Prof Dr. Yu Yang | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Professor at School of Medicine, Shanghai JiaoTong University, China

Yang Yu (Yu) 🎓 received his PhD in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Macau and completed his postdoctoral training at the University of Florida, USA. Since 2021, he has been leading independent research at the Institute of Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Yu’s groundbreaking work 🔬 focuses on Nanomedicine, DNA nanotechnology, cellular surface engineering, and cancer therapy. He has published over 72 high-impact SCI-indexed articles 📚, with an H-index of 41 and more than 6,000 citations. Yu’s contributions have earned him prestigious awards 🏅, including the Outstanding Young Scholar award from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Baxter China Young Investigator First Prize.

Professional Profile:

Education

Yang Yu (Yu) 🎓 obtained his PhD in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Macau. He then enhanced his expertise by undertaking postdoctoral training at the University of Florida, USA 🏫. This advanced education laid a strong foundation for his innovative research in nanomedicine, DNA nanotechnology, and cellular surface engineering, leading to significant contributions in these interdisciplinary fields.

Professional Experience

Yang Yu (Yu) has a distinguished professional experience 👨‍🔬, currently serving as a Professor at the Institute of Molecular Medicine, Renji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University 🏫. Since starting his independent research in 2021, Yu has made significant strides in nanomedicine, DNA nanotechnology, and cancer therapy. He has published over 72 high-impact SCI-indexed articles 📚 and holds an H-index of 41 with more than 6,000 citations. Additionally, he is a young editorial board member of several prestigious journals 📝, including Nano-Micro Letters, Exploration, and the Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Science. His collaborative efforts with renowned institutions and professionals have further solidified his reputation as a leading researcher in his field 🌟

Research Interest

Yang Yu (Yu) has a dynamic research interest in several cutting-edge fields 🧪. His work primarily focuses on nanomedicine and DNA nanotechnology, where he explores innovative approaches for precision immunotherapy and cellular surface engineering 🧬. Yu is particularly interested in developing novel immune and targeted therapeutic strategies for treating tumors, inflammation (such as myocardial infarction, acute lung injury, and osteoporosis), and neurodegenerative diseases (including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s) 🧠. His interdisciplinary research aims to bridge clinical needs with advanced scientific techniques, driving forward impactful solutions for complex medical challenges 🌟.

Award and Honor

Research Skills

Yang Yu (Yu) is a highly skilled researcher 🧪 specializing in nanomedicine, DNA nanotechnology, and cellular surface engineering. His expertise extends to developing innovative therapeutic strategies for cancer therapy, inflammation (such as myocardial infarction and acute lung injury), and neurodegenerative diseases (like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s) 🧬. Yu’s adeptness in biomaterials and cell surface nucleic acid molecular engineering has resulted in groundbreaking advancements 🔬. His prolific publication record 📚, with over 72 high-impact articles and an H-index of 41, highlights his profound impact on the scientific community.

Publications

Metal–Organic Framework Nanocarriers for Drug Delivery in Biomedical Applications
Y Sun, L Zheng, Y Yang, X Qian, T Fu, X Li, Z Yang, H Yan, C Cui, W Tan
Nano-Micro Letters, 2020, 12, 1-29
Citations: 511 🌟
1D Coordination Polymer Nanofibers for Low‐Temperature Photothermal Therapy
Y Yang, W Zhu, Z Dong, Y Chao, L Xu, M Chen, Z Liu
Advanced Materials, 2017, 29 (40), 1703588
Citations: 503 🌟
Association between Prediabetes and Risk of All Cause Mortality and Cardiovascular Disease: Updated Meta-Analysis
X Cai, Y Zhang, M Li, JHY Wu, L Mai, J Li, Y Yang, Y Hu, Y Huang
Bmj, 2020, 370
Citations: 464 🌟
Nanoscale Metal–Organic Frameworks for Combined Photodynamic & Radiation Therapy in Cancer Treatment
J Liu, Y Yang, W Zhu, X Yi, Z Dong, X Xu, M Chen, K Yang, G Lu, L Jiang, …
Biomaterials, 2016, 97, 1-9
Citations: 412 🌟
Advances in Self-Assembled Chitosan Nanomaterials for Drug Delivery
Y Yang, S Wang, Y Wang, X Wang, Q Wang, M Chen
Biotechnology Advances, 2014, 32 (7), 1301-1316
Citations: 325 🌟
Nanoscale Metal–Organic Particles with Rapid Clearance for Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Guided Photothermal Therapy
Y Yang, J Liu, C Liang, L Feng, T Fu, Z Dong, Y Chao, Y Li, G Lu, M Chen, …
ACS Nano, 2016, 10 (2), 2774-2781
Citations: 314 🌟
Nanoscale‐Coordination‐Polymer‐Shelled Manganese Dioxide Composite Nanoparticles: A Multistage Redox/pH/H2O2‐Responsive Cancer Theranostic
J Liu, Q Chen, W Zhu, X Yi, Y Yang, Z Dong, Z Liu
Advanced Functional Materials, 2017, 27 (10), 1605926
Citations: 233 🌟
Catalase-Loaded Cisplatin-Prodrug-Constructed Liposomes to Overcome Tumor Hypoxia for Enhanced Chemo-Radiotherapy of Cancer
R Zhang, X Song, C Liang, X Yi, G Song, Y Chao, Y Yang, K Yang, L Feng, …
Biomaterials, 2017, 138, 13-21
Citations: 228 🌟
G-Quadruplex-Based Nanoscale Coordination Polymers to Modulate Tumor Hypoxia and Achieve Nuclear-Targeted Drug Delivery for Enhanced Photodynamic Therapy
Y Yang, W Zhu, L Feng, Y Chao, X Yi, Z Dong, K Yang, W Tan, Z Liu, …
Nano Letters, 2018, 18 (11), 6867-6875
Citations: 200 🌟
Self‐Assembled Aptamer‐Grafted Hyperbranched Polymer Nanocarrier for Targeted and Photoresponsive Drug Delivery
L Yang, H Sun, Y Liu, W Hou, Y Yang, R Cai, C Cui, P Zhang, X Pan, X Li, …
Angewandte Chemie, 2018, 130 (52), 17294-17298
Citations: 154 🌟
Redox-Sensitive Nanoscale Coordination Polymers for Drug Delivery and Cancer Theranostics
J Zhao, Y Yang, X Han, C Liang, J Liu, X Song, Z Ge, Z Liu
ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 2017, 9 (28), 23555-23563
Citations: 147 🌟
ZrMOF Nanoparticles as Quenchers to Conjugate DNA Aptamers for Target-Induced Bioimaging and Photodynamic Therapy
Y Liu, W Hou, L Xia, C Cui, S Wan, Y Jiang, Y Yang, Q Wu, L Qiu, W Tan
Chemical Science, 2018, 9 (38), 7505-7509
Citations: 123 🌟
Fe-Curcumin Nanozyme-Mediated Reactive Oxygen Species Scavenging and Anti-Inflammation for Acute Lung Injury
R Yuan, Y Li, S Han, X Chen, J Chen, J He, H Gao, Y Yang, S Yang, …
ACS Central Science, 2022, 8 (1), 10-21
Citations: 117 🌟

Yu Yang | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award