LING ZANG

Our research covers broad range in nanoscale imaging, molecular probing, organic semiconductors and nanostructures, metal organic frameworks, porous graphitic carbons, chemosensors and devices, and the applications in chemical sensors and nanodevices. These research endeavors aim to address critical problems in the fields of public safety, health, renewable energy and environment.  The implementation of this research embodies a synergy among 'making', 'measuring', and 'manipulating', aimed at breaking down conventional barriers between chemistry, physics, and engineering. Engaged students will receive training across diverse disciplines, including chemical synthesis, physical characterization, materials science, and nanoscale engineering and processing. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to collaborate within cohesive teams across various campuses, honing teamwork skills and gaining familiarity with the intellectual and scientific methods essential for solving complex scientific problems.

Current Research Interests include molecular self-assembly, nanostructure and nanomaterial, organic nanofibers and nanodevices, surface nanopatterning, nanoscale imaging, nanojunction charge transfer, fluorescence sensor, chemiresistive sensor, optoelectronic sensor, trace level detection of explosives, toxic chemicals and water pollutants, metal organic frameworks (MOF), porous graphitic carbons (PGC), removal and degradation of PFAS.