Jining University | China
Dr. Xiao-Wu Lei is a distinguished Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Jining University, China. Born on January 8, 1984, in PingYao, Shanxi Province, Dr. Lei has built a strong academic and research foundation in the field of inorganic functional materials. With a vibrant passion for cutting-edge research and an impressive portfolio of high-impact publications, he is recognized as a leading scientist in the synthesis and application of novel hybrid materials, intermetallic compounds, and photoluminescent systems.
Professional profile👤
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Strengths for the Awards✨
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Exceptional Publication Record
Dr. Xiao-Wu Lei has published extensively in high-impact journals such as Angewandte Chemie International Edition, Advanced Science, Chemical Science, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Advanced Optical Materials, and Chemical Engineering Journal. His research spans over 20 high-profile papers within the last 5 years, signifying a high level of sustained productivity and relevance.
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Research Focus on Cutting-edge Materials
His work focuses on polar intermetallics, metal chalcogenometalates, hybrid metal halides, and metal–organic frameworks. These areas are central to advances in photocatalysis, scintillation, solar energy, and optoelectronic devices, making his research extremely pertinent to current global technological needs.
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Expertise and Versatility
Dr. Lei demonstrates mastery over both experimental and computational techniques—ranging from solid-state synthesis and solvothermal methods to X-ray crystallography and electronic structure calculations. His skillset includes the use of complex software like WIEN2K, CASTEP, and SHELXTL.
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Strong International Impact
He has multiple collaborative publications with global visibility, often co-authoring with internationally recognized scholars. His recent works in fluorescence sensing, X-ray scintillators, and lead-free perovskites are aligned with green and sustainable material development, highlighting both scientific depth and environmental relevance.
🎓 Education
Dr. Lei received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Jilin University (2000–2004), one of China’s most prestigious institutions. He pursued his Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry at the Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter (FJIRSM), Chinese Academy of Sciences (2004–2010), under the guidance of Prof. Jiang-Gao Mao, an editor of Journal of Solid State Chemistry. His academic background provided him with a robust foundation in solid-state synthesis and materials characterization.
👨🏫 Experience
Since August 2010, Dr. Lei has served as an Associate Professor at Jining University, where he has contributed extensively to both teaching and research. With over a decade of academic service, he has supervised student research projects and led numerous experimental investigations in functional materials. His technical skills include advanced characterization techniques (XRD, IR, UV-Vis, TGA, SC-XRD), and computational modeling (WIEN2K, CASTEP, etc.), making him a multifaceted researcher.
🔍 Research Interests On Materials
Dr. Lei’s research revolves around inorganic functional materials, with a focus on:
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Polar intermetallics and Zintl phases for thermoelectric and superconducting applications.
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Metal chalcogenometalates with properties suited for photocatalysis, magnetism, and optics.
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Hybrid metal halides for solar cells and X-ray scintillators.
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Further interests: microporous materials, metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), and luminescent materials. His work blends theoretical modeling and experimental synthesis, contributing to next-generation optoelectronic technologies.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Dr. Lei is a strong nominee for the Research Excellence Award for Emerging Scientists at Jining University due to his exceptional contributions in developing advanced luminescent and hybrid materials. His research is regularly published in top-tier international journals, including Angewandte Chemie, Advanced Science, Chemical Science, and ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, demonstrating both innovation and international relevance. 🏅📈
📚 Publications
1. Hybrid metal halide family with color-time-dual-resolved phosphorescence for multiplexed information security applications
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Authors: Liu, Yuhang; Yan, Tianyu; Dong, Menghan; … Kong, Xiangwen; Lei, Xiaowu
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Year: 2025
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Citations: 3
2. Zero-dimensional cadmium halide with broad band yellow light emission for white light-emitting diodes
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Authors: Lin, Na; Hu, Zhao Yang; Zhang, Xinyue; … Jing, Zhihong; Chen, Zhiwei
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Year: 2025
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Citations: 0
3. Synthesis and stability of one-dimensional red-emitting manganese-based Organic–inorganic halide
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Authors: Wang, Danyang; Wang, Shanxiao; Tian, Chaoyang; … Lei, Xiaowu; Yu, Fang
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Year: 2025
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Citations: 1
4. In Situ Halide Vacancy Tuning of Low-Dimensional Lead Perovskites to Realize Multiple Adjustable Luminescence Performance
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Authors: Sun, Chen; Jing, Changqing; Li, Dongyang; … Fei, Honghan; Lei, Xiaowu
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Year: 2025
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Citations: 0
5. Synchronously Improved Multiple Afterglow and Phosphorescence Efficiencies in 0D Hybrid Zinc Halides With Ultrahigh Anti-Water Stabilities
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Authors: Zhao, Jianqiang; Wang, Danyang; Yan, Tianyu; … Yan, Dongpeng; Lei, Xiaowu
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Year: 2024
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Citations: 17
6. Zero-dimensional organic-inorganic hybrid zinc halide with stable broadband blue light emissions
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Authors: Zhang, Jie; Ma, Yu Xin; Wu, Ming; … He, Yuanchun; Lei, Xiaowu
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Year: 2024
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Citations: 0
7. Zero-dimensional cuprous halide scintillator with ultra-high anti-water stability for X-ray imaging
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Authors: Lv, Jingning; Lin, Na; Zhang, Jiayi; … Lei, Xiaowu; Chen, Zhiwei
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Year: 2024
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Citations: 1
8. Zero-dimensional organic-inorganic hybrid indium halide perovskite with broadband yellow light emission
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Authors: Wang, Qi; Jiang, Wei; Xuan, Pengyao; … Yue, Chengyang; Kong, Xiangwen
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Year: 2024
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Citations: 0
9. Near-unity broadband emissive hybrid manganese bromides as highly-efficient radiation scintillators
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Authors: Gong, Zhongliang; Zhang, Jie; Deng, Xiangyuan; … He, Yuanchun; Lei, Xiaowu
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Year: 2024
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Citations: 8
10. One-Dimensional Red Light-Emissive Organic Manganese(II) Halides as X-Ray Scintillators
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Authors: Yu, Fang; Zhang, Huiru; Gao, Wenwen; … Kong, Xiangwen; Yue, Chengyang
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Year: 2024
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Citations: 3
✅ Conclusion
Dr. Xiao-Wu Lei exemplifies academic excellence and innovative research. His interdisciplinary work in inorganic chemistry and material sciences, combined with a consistent publication record in top journals, positions him as a valuable contributor to global scientific advancement. With profound expertise in hybrid materials and luminescent technologies, he is an outstanding candidate for the Research Award Nomination by the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Jining University.
