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Xi Chen obtained her BSc degree from Nankai University in 2012. She got her Ph.D. degree from the University of Hong Kong in 2017. Before she joined Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), she worked as a Research Associate at Suzhou Institute of Nano-tech and Nano-bionics (SINANO), Chinese Academy of Sciences. She is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics, School of Mathematics and Physics at XJTLU. Her research interests lie in the following areas: (1). Characterization of nanostructured energy storage materials and energy storage devices for renewable energy-based systems; (2). Characterization of GaN power devices; (3). Optical and electrical characterization of low-dimensional systems.
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Office: MB556
Email: Xi.Chen@xjtlu.edu.cn
Research interests
- Characterization of nanostructured energy storage materials and energy storage devices for renewable energy-based systems
- Characterization of GaN power devices
- Optical and electrical characterization of low-dimensional systems
Experience
Associate Professor, Department of Physics, Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University - 2025 to present
Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University - 2020 to 2024
Lecturer, Physics division, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University - 2018 to 2020
Research Associate, i-Lab, Suzhou Institute of Nano-tech and Nano-bionics, Chinese Academy of Sciences - 2017 to 2018
Tutor, Department of Physics, The University of Hong Kong - 2012 to 2016
Teaching
PHY001 "Classical Physics for Engineers", as the module leader in 2024
PHY002 "Physics", as a co-teacher in 2019; as the module leader in 2020
PHY004 "Physics I: Newtonian Mechanics", as the module leader in 2021
PHY006 "Physics II: Introduction to Electromagnetism", as the module leader in 2021, 2022, and 2023
MTH027 "Introductory Calculus I", as the module leader in 2019
MTH019 "Calculus for Business", as a co-teacher in 2018, 2020, 2021, and 2023
Academic Advisor for undergraduate students, 2018-Present
MTH301 Final Year Project, 2018-Present
Awards and honours
2025, Wiley China Excellent Author Program for Q4 2024
2025, XJTLU Postgraduate Research Scholarship (PGRS), PGRSA2412003, PI.
2022, “Best Presenter” of 2022 International Conference on Advanced Electronics, Electrical and Green Energy conference (AEEGE 2022), The International Society for Applied Computing
2021, XJTLU Postgraduate Research Scholarship (PGRS), PGRS2106011, PI.
2020, Jiangsu Science and Technology Programme-Natural Science Foundation, Young-Scholar Programme, BK20200252, Total Amount: 200,000 RMB, PI.
2019, Key Programme Special Fund of XJTLU- Exploratory Research Programme, KSF-E-36, Total Amount: 199,900 RMB, PI.
2019, XJTLU Research Development Fund (RDF), RDF-18-01-27, Total Amount: 91,600 RMB, PI.
2017, Third price of Young Academic Award, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics (SINANO), Chinese Academy of Sciences
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Education/Academic qualification
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Fellowship reference: PR201307
Ph.D., Department of Physics, The University of Hong Kong, - 2017
B.Sc, Department of Physics, Nankai University, - 2012
Research areas
- Low-dimensional Systems
- Energy Storage Materials and Devices
- Surface and Interface
- Semiconductor Materials and Devices
Keywords
- QC Physics
- Energy Storage Materials and Devices
- Semiconductor Materials and Devices
- Low-dimensional Systems
Person Types
- Staff
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Projects
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Relations between electrode morphology and energy structure of magnesium-sulfur batteries in localized highly concentrated electrolytes
Chen, X. (PI), Yu, H. (CoI), Zhao, Y. (CoI) & Pang, X. (CoI)
1/12/23 → 31/08/24
Project: Internal Research Project
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Use video demonstrations in physics courses
Zhao, Y. (PI), Yu, H. (CoI), Kouwenhoven, T. (CoI), Chen, X. (CoI) & Pang, X. (CoI)
1/11/23 → 31/08/24
Project: Internal Research Project
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Using virtual experiment on students’ learning in the general physics lab
Zhao, Y. (PI), Ma, J. (CoI), Kouwenhoven, T. (CoI), Yu, H. (CoI), Liu, G. (CoI), Pang, X. (CoI) & Chen, X. (CoI)
1/02/22 → 31/01/25
Project: Internal Research Project
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TDF-A marvelous physics learning experience with superheroes
Pang, X. (PI), Reis, C. (CoI), Chen, X. (CoI), Kouwenhoven, T. (CoI), Zhao, Y. (CoI) & Jayalakshmi, G. D. (CoI)
1/09/20 → 31/08/22
Project: Internal Research Project
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Studies on electronic properties of single crystal high nickel cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries based on density functional theory
Chen, X. (PI), Pang, X. (Team member) & Zhao, Y. (Team member)
1/07/20 → 30/06/23
Project: Governmental Research Project
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Altermagnet skyrmions: Macroscopic realization of $d$-wave symmetry
Jiang, Y., Chen, X., Xuan, C., Wang, Z. & Yu, H., 14 Jul 2025, In: Phys. Rev. B. 112, 1, p. 014423 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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An Improved Grey Wolf Optimizer Inspired by Advanced Cooperative Predation for UAV Shortest Path Planning
Teng, Z., Dong, Q., Zhang, Z., Huang, S., Zhang, W., Wang, J., Li, J. & Chen, X., 2025, (Accepted/In press) Vehicular Technology Conference (VTC 2025).Research output: Chapter in Book or Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Proceeding › peer-review
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An Organic-Inorganic-Integrated Solid Electrolyte Interphase with High-Resilience and Anti-Corrosion for Sustainable Zinc Metal Anode
Peng, M., Liu, Z., Hou, M., Zhang, R., Cheng, M., Yu, J., Feng, Y., Jiao, P., Zhang, T., Zhang, Z., Chen, X., Hu, Z. & Zhang, K., 14 Jul 2025, In: Angewandte Chemie - International Edition. 64, 29, e202501702.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus) -
Bi-Functional Agarose-Filled Porous Polysulfone Protective Layer for Dendrite-Free Zn Anode
Zhang, X., Huang, Y., Liu, Z., Yang, Q., Li, M., Jiang, Y., Wang, Z., Chen, X., Liu, Z., Zhang, K., Liu, Z., Yuan, R., Hu, Z. & Huang, Y., 16 Apr 2025, In: Small. 21, 15, 2407411.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access2 Citations (Scopus) -
Dynamics of current-driven spin waves in a confined track
Jiang, Y., Chen, X., Xuan, C., Sharma, H. R. & Yu, H., 1 Mar 2025, In: Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials. 615, 172800.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus)
Activities
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Physics PhD Seminar
Xi Chen (Organiser)
3 Jul 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising an event e.g. a conference, workshop, …
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Assessment of Radiation Damage to Satellite Components.
Xi Chen (Supervisor)
Jul 2025 → …Activity: Supervision › Master Dissertation Supervision
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Simulation of Thermal and Mechanical Distribution in Lithium Batteries
Xi Chen (Supervisor)
11 Jun 2025 → 23 Aug 2025Activity: Supervision › Completed SURF Project
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Light-matter interactions in semiconductors studied by spectroscopy
Xi Chen (Organiser)
20 May 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising an event e.g. a conference, workshop, …