We are thrilled to announce that Dr Zhao Xin, Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Biomaterials Award for Young Investigator.
The award ceremony will be held during the 12th World Biomaterials Congress, scheduled from 26-31 May, 2024 in Daegu, Korea. Dr. Zhao is invited to attend the event in person to receive the award and share insights from her recent research.
Dr. Zhao's groundbreaking work integrates multi-disciplinary approaches, including material science, cell biology, engineering, and medicine, to modulate cell microenvironments, control cell behaviors, and generate tissue-engineered organs. Her research aims to address pressing clinical issues.
With over 100 articles published in prestigious journals, Dr. Zhao's significant research impact has been recognized globally. She has been listed as a "Highly Cited Researcher 2022" by Clarivate Analytics and among "The World’s Top 2% Scientists 2023" by Stanford University.
Dr. Zhao's research product, "Biomimicking Photocrosslinkable Nanocomposite Bone Grafts," has won multiple awards, including the Silver Medal at the International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva 2021, the 2023 TechConnect Global Innovation Award, and the Gold Medal at the 6th China (Shanghai) International Exhibition of Inventions 2023.
