Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jinlong He, Sichuan University, China
Dr. Jinlong He is an Associate Professor at Sichuan University’s College of Architecture and Environment and a leading researcher at the Failure Mechanics and Engineering Disaster Prevention Key Laboratory. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Utah State University and has held postdoctoral positions at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and the University of Connecticut. His expertise spans membrane-based technologies, multiscale heat transfer, and machine learning-driven materials design. Dr. He has contributed to numerous high-impact research projects funded by NSF, DOE, and other organizations, and his work has been featured in top journals like Science Advances and Journal of Membrane Science.
Publication Profile
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🎓 Academic Background
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jinlong He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Utah State University, which he completed in December 2020. Prior to this, he earned a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Southwest Jiaotong University in June 2012. Dr. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the same institution, graduating in June 2009. His extensive academic foundation spans diverse engineering disciplines, equipping him with multidisciplinary expertise for research and innovation in his field. 🌟📚
💼 Professional Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jinlong He is currently an Associate Professor at Sichuan University, China (2024–Present), in the College of Architecture and Environment. He served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Wisconsin–Madison (2022–2024) and the University of Connecticut (2021–2022), specializing in Mechanical Engineering. As a Visiting Scholar at Temple University (2019–2020), Dr. He advanced his expertise in Mechanical Engineering. He also contributed as a Research Assistant (2018–2020) and Teaching Assistant (2017) at Utah State University. Earlier, he worked as a Research Assistant (2012–2016) at Southwest Jiaotong University’s Department of Bridge and Tunnel Engineering. 🌍🔧📚
🔬 Research Fields
Dr. Jinlong He’s research spans cutting-edge areas of engineering and materials science. His expertise includes membrane-based technologies for mass transport (water, ions, solvents, and gases) and energy efficiency. He investigates multiscale heat transport in energy conversion systems and explores heat and mass transfer across material interfaces. Leveraging machine learning, he simulates and designs multiscale structures and materials. His work also involves multiphysics-multiscale modeling of materials and structures. Additionally, Dr. He studies the mechanical behavior of materials in extreme environments, including corrosion, alkalinity, salinity, radiation, high temperatures, pressure, and oxidation. 🌍🔬⚙️💡
🔍 Research Interests
Dr. Jinlong He’s research interests encompass a diverse range of advanced materials and technologies. He focuses on membranes, multifunctional metamaterials, high-performance concrete, and colloids and interfaces. His expertise extends to hydrogen storage materials, fracture mechanics, material damage, and self-assembly. He studies liquid crystal phase transitions, shape memory materials, and metal-organic frameworks. Additionally, his work involves advanced composite materials, biomaterials, biomimetic design, two-dimensional layered materials, and carbon sequestration. Dr. He is also engaged in energy storage materials and phase-field simulations, contributing to innovative developments in energy and materials science. 🧪🔋🌿⚙️📐
📚 Teaching Interests
Dr. Jinlong He is passionate about teaching a variety of mechanics and simulation disciplines. His teaching interests include materials mechanics, structural mechanics, and computational mechanics, where he explores the behavior and performance of materials and structures under different conditions. He also delves into elasticity mechanics, molecular dynamics, and multiscale simulation, bridging theoretical principles with practical applications. Dr. He’s approach aims to equip students with the skills to analyze and innovate in fields such as material science, engineering, and advanced simulation technologies. 📖⚙️📐🧮
🏆 Honors and Awards
Dr. Jinlong He has received numerous accolades for his academic excellence and contributions. He earned multiple First-Class Academic Scholarships and National Scholarships during his undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Southwest Jiaotong University. His achievements include awards like the Excellent Graduation Design Award (2009) and the Excellent Graduate Student Award (2009). Dr. He also excelled in mathematical modeling, winning prizes in national and university-level contests. These honors reflect his dedication, talent, and outstanding performance in academics and research, establishing him as a distinguished scholar in his field. 🎓✨📜
🔬 Research Focus
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jinlong He’s research spans advanced membrane technologies and materials science. His work focuses on enhancing water transport, boron removal, and energy efficiency in polyamide membranes. He explores multiscale mechanisms like heat and mass transfer, solvent flow in nanofiltration, and void formation in polymer films. Dr. He also investigates the mechanical properties of nanoporous materials, chlorine resistance of membranes, and molecular simulations of organic solvent transport. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computational modeling and material innovations for applications in desalination, energy storage, and environmental sustainability. 🌊💧🧪📚
Publication Top Notes
- Molecular insights into the mechanism of polymer chain strategy enhancing boron separation efficiency in polyamide membranes – Separation and Purification Technology (2025) 🌟 [Cited by: 0]
- High-efficiency water transport and boron removal in polyamide membranes enabled by surface-grafted self-assembled monolayer molecular brushes – Journal of Membrane Science (2025) 🌊 [Cited by: 0]
- Universal Carbonizable Filaments for 3D Printing – Advanced Functional Materials (2024) 🖨️ [Cited by: 0]
- Nanoporous amorphous carbon nanopillars with lightweight, ultrahigh strength, large fracture strain, and high damping capability – Nature Communications (2024) 🏗️ [Cited by: 3]
- Salt partitioning and transport in polyamide reverse osmosis membranes at ultrahigh pressures – Journal of Membrane Science Letters (2024) 🌍 [Cited by: 0]
- Beyond nothingness in the formation and functional relevance of voids in polymer films – Nature Communications (2024) 🔬 [Cited by: 4]
- Molecular simulations of organic solvent transport in dense polymer membranes: Solution-diffusion or pore-flow mechanism? – Journal of Membrane Science (2024) 🌡️ [Cited by: 4]
- Polyamide reverse osmosis membrane compaction and relaxation: Mechanisms and implications for desalination performance – Journal of Membrane Science (2024) 💧 [Cited by: 10]
- The physical basis for solvent flow in organic solvent nanofiltration – Science Advances (2024) 🧪 [Cited by: 7]
- Insights on the chlorine resistance of polyester composite nanofiltration membranes – Journal of Membrane Science (2024) 🧼 [Cited by: 8]
Conclusion
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jinlong He’s exceptional academic qualifications, groundbreaking research, and significant professional achievements clearly position him as an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to fields such as membrane technologies, multifunctional metamaterials, and energy efficiency are not only innovative but also have a profound impact on scientific and engineering advancements. His leadership in interdisciplinary research projects and his consistent recognition from prestigious institutions underscore his outstanding capabilities. Dr. He’s continuous dedication to advancing material science and engineering makes him a deserving recipient of this prestigious award. 🏆