Huifeng Du

Note: I have multiple openings in my group for Ph.D., Postdoctoral, and Research Assistant positions. Highly motivated and qualified individuals with backgrounds in mechanics, materials, and biology—particularly those from universities ranked within the QS Top 100 and with excellent GPAs—are especially encouraged to apply through the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) / the PolyU Presidential PhD Fellowship Scheme. Interested candidates are welcome to contact Prof. Du via email for further details.

Welcome! I am a scientist and mechanical engineer, with my research focusing on design, manufacturing and development of biosensors. I am currently an Assistant Professor and Presidential Young Scholar in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Previously, I worked with Prof. Domitilla Del Vecchio at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. I obtained my Ph.D. and M.S. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology advised by Prof. Nicholas X. Fang, and my B.S. from Peking University.

My research interests are centered around the development and application of advanced materials and technologies for health and engineering. This includes the creation of fieldable biosensors for both in vitro applications and environmental health monitoring, aiming to provide real-time, on-site diagnostic capabilities. I am also deeply involved in the mechanical design and characterization of microarchitectured materials, which find multifunctional applications across structural engineering, acoustics, photonics, and biology. These materials are designed to offer unique properties through architectural design. Furthermore, my work encompasses the design and manufacturing of soft composites through additive manufacturing techniques, such as stereolithography and material extrusion. This area focuses on creating flexible, durable materials for a range of applications, leveraging the precision and versatility of 3D printing technologies.

Feel free to reach out through my email!