''Dan Xu's research focuses on the synthesis of Cu-based bimetallic nanocubes, as well as their electrochemical properties examination. She has successfully proposed a mechanism to interpret the particle growth and shape evolution of advanced fuel cell materials. Co-author of five high-quality, high-impact journal publications, Xu 'conducts her research steadily, progressively and thoughtfully' write her nominators. She 'invariably understands exactly what a project is all about from the outset, how to plan/arrange an experiment and how to get it done quickly and effectively.'

Xu's nominators add that she is a unique graduate student who has demonstrated knowledge in the field of inorganic chemistry and materials science, along with a proven ability to carry out independent research.''

---- cited from INSIDE Binghamton University, Vol. 31, No. 25  

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''Zhaoyong Sun's research is focused on the synthesis, characterization, optical properties and self/binary assembly of indium oxide-based semiconductor nanocrystals. The nanocrystals he has produced show large non-linear optical susceptibilities and two-photon absorption properties. This research, according to Sun's nominators, 'may open a new area in quantum electronics and biosensor materials, such as quantum computing, optical limited devices and solar cells.'

With 11 peer-reviewed papers in journals including Langmuir, ACS Nano and the Journal of the American Chemical Society, Sun continues to shine. His nominators write that 'his unique background, talents, diligence and commitment have combined to provide him with a very strong boost in the frontier of research in magnetic semiconductor nanomaterials.''

---- cited from INSIDE Binghamton University, Vol. 31, No. 25  

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