Prof. Jeng Ywan Jeng | Materials selection | Editorial Board Member

Distinguished Professor | National Taiwan University of Science and Technology | Taiwan

Prof. Jeng-Ywan Jeng is a distinguished professor at the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, widely recognized for his pioneering contributions to advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, laser processing and lattice-structure engineering. He holds strong academic foundations in mechanical and manufacturing engineering and has over two decades of research and teaching experience in hybrid manufacturing, high-speed 3D printing, multi-material fabrication, and cellular structure optimization. His research interests include additive manufacturing process innovation, closed-cell and supportless lattice structures, laser welding modeling, photovoltaic material development and hybrid mold fabrication. Prof. Jeng has received several awards for research excellence and industry-oriented innovation. He has authored highly cited works such as A state-of-the-art review on cellular structures (The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 2019, cited by 612 articles), Mold fabrication using hybrid cladding and milling (Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 2001, cited by 204 articles), Design of closed-cell supportless lattices (Additive Manufacturing, 2020, cited by 161 articles), Prediction of laser butt-joint welding parameters (Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 2000, cited by 119 articles), and Multi-material additive manufacturing with foam-filled lattices (Additive Manufacturing, 2022, cited by 118 articles). His work continues to influence modern manufacturing research and industrial applications.

Featured Publications

Nazir, A., Abate, K. M., Kumar, A., & Jeng, J. Y. (2019). A state-of-the-art review on types, design, optimization, and additive manufacturing of cellular structures. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 104(9), 3489–3509.

Jeng, J. Y., & Lin, M. C. (2001). Mold fabrication and modification using hybrid processes of selective laser cladding and milling. Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 110(1), 98–103.*

Kumar, A., Collini, L., Daurel, A., & Jeng, J. Y. (2020). Design and additive manufacturing of closed cells from supportless lattice structure. Additive Manufacturing, 33, 101168.

Jeng, J. Y., Mau, T. F., & Leu, S. M. (2000). Prediction of laser butt joint welding parameters using back propagation and learning vector quantization networks. Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 99(1–3), 207–218.

Prajapati, M. J., Kumar, A., Lin, S. C., & Jeng, J. Y. (2022). Multi-material additive manufacturing with lightweight closed-cell foam-filled lattice structures for enhanced mechanical and functional properties. Additive Manufacturing, 54, 102766.

Dr. Shouqiang Lai | Optical Materials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Shouqiang Lai, Xiamen University, China

Dr. Shouqiang Lai (b. October 1995, Longyan, Fujian) is a researcher specializing in III-V nitride semiconductor materials and devices, particularly in Mini/Micro-LED technology. He holds a prominent role in various funded projects, including the development of new MicroLED devices for communication and display applications. Dr. Lai has published numerous papers in high-impact journals and holds multiple patents related to LED and Micro-LED technologies. His expertise encompasses semiconductor fabrication, micro-nano processing, and optoelectronic performance testing. Dr. Lai is also skilled in advanced laser cutting processes for Mini/Micro-LEDs, contributing to cutting-edge technology in the industry. 💡🔬📈

Publication Profile

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Research Experience

Dr. Shouqiang Lai has been a key member in several significant research projects during his graduate studies. He contributed to the National Natural Science Foundation project on the preparation and performance analysis of new MicroLED devices for communication and display applications, with a funding of ¥480,000. He also participated in the Fujian Provincial Key Talent Program, focusing on high-efficiency, low-crosstalk Micro-LED technology with ¥300,000 in funding. Additionally, Dr. Lai worked on the Xiamen City Major Project for Micro-LED display technology development (¥16.33 million) and collaborated on various industry-university projects aimed at advancing semiconductor technology. 💡📊

Scientific Achievements

Dr. Shouqiang Lai has an impressive publication record, with 13 peer-reviewed articles as the primary or corresponding author and five more under review. His high-impact research has been featured in prestigious journals like IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, Opto-Electronic Advances, and Advanced Science. His work focuses on optimizing the efficiency of green and blue InGaN/GaN micro-LEDs, making significant contributions to display and optoelectronic technologies. Dr. Lai has also made notable contributions to five patents, showcasing his innovative approach in semiconductor and LED technologies. 🌟💡

Research Focus

Dr. Shouqiang Lai’s research primarily revolves around the optimization and performance enhancement of micro-LED and related optoelectronic devices. His key focus areas include improving the efficiency, modulation bandwidth, and overall performance of green and blue InGaN/GaN micro-LEDs, particularly for applications in displays and visible light communication. He also investigates the impacts of passivation techniques, such as atomic layer deposition (ALD), on the performance of LED devices. Additionally, Dr. Lai explores innovative approaches to enhancing the electro-optical performance of AlGaN-based ultraviolet LEDs. His work holds significant implications for the future of semiconductor and optoelectronic technologies. 🌟🔋

Publication Top Notes

“Impacts of the area-ratios of V-pit for the optoelectronic performance of green micro-LEDs,” Liu, S., Li, D., Lai, C., Lai, S., Wu, T. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2025, 0 citations 📅🔋
“Experimental investigation of high-speed WDM-visible light communication using blue, green, and red InGaN µLEDs,” Lu, T., Dai, Y., Lee, T.-Y., Kuo, H.-C., Wu, T. Optics Letters, 2024, 0 citations 🌐💡
“Enhanced Performance of AlGaN-Based DUV-LEDs With Passivated Nano-Hole Arrays,” Li, Z., Shen, M.-C., Lai, S., Chen, Z., Wu, T. IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, 2024, 0 citations 💡🔬
“Enhancing the performance of AlGaN-based DUV-LEDs with multifocal laser stealth dicing,” Shen, M.-C., Chen, J., Tseng, M.-C., Chen, Z., Wu, T. Optics Express, 2024, 0 citations 🌟🔬
“The impacts of SiO2 atomic-layer-deposited passivation layer thickness on GaN-based green micro-LEDs,” Deng, Y., Chen, J., Li, S., Chen, Z., Wu, T. Semiconductor Science and Technology, 2024, 2 citations ⚡🔧
“Improving Modulation Bandwidth and Detection Performance of Green Micro-LEDs with Pre-Strained Structure at Positive Bias,” Lu, T., Lai, S., Dai, Y., Chen, Z., Wu, T. IEEE Electron Device Letters, 2024, 3 citations 🏙️🔌
“Improving optoelectronic performance and modulation bandwidth of green µ-LEDs via a compound pre-strained strategy,” Lu, T., Lee, T.-Y., Lai, S., Kuo, H.-C., Wu, T. Optics Letters, 2024, 5 citations 💡📈
“Impacts of p-AlGaN Electron Blocking Layer for the Performance of Low Current Injected Green GaN-Based Micro-LEDs,” Lai, C.-H., Yang, D., Lin, Z.-M., Lai, S., Lu, Y. IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, 2024, 0 citations ⚡🔧
“Enhancing the Efficiency of Green micro-LEDs by Optimizing p-Electrode Contact Area Ratios,” Guo, W.-A., Liu, S.-B., Lu, T.-W., Chen, Z., Wu, T.-Z. IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, 2024, 0 citations 💡🔌
“Investigations on Electro-Optical and Photoelectric Detection Performance of GaN-Based micro-LEDs by Removing p-AlGaN Electron-Blocking Layer,” Lu, T.-W., Yang, D.-K., Dai, Y.-R., Chen, Z., Wu, T.-Z. IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, 2024, 1 citation ⚙️📈

Conclusion

Dr. Shouqiang Lai is a highly accomplished researcher with significant contributions to semiconductor materials and Mini/Micro-LED technologies. His prolific output, innovative patents, and leadership in major research projects make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.