Scholar
Ken-Tye Yong
Google Scholar ID: gxiNEPsAAAAJ
The University of Sydney
Citations & Impact
Citations
14,168
H-index
58
i10-index
241
Publications
20
Co-authors
0
Publications
Resume (English only)
Academic Achievements
- Has published over 250 peer-reviewed journal articles. Recipient of the Beilby Medal and Prize for contributions to quantum dots and nanoparticle systems in nanomedicine, and the Rosenhain Medal and Prize for innovations in triboelectric materials, 2D systems, and AIE nanoparticles. Also received Distinguished Lecturer Awards from both the IEEE Photonics Society and IEEE Nanotechnology Council. At NTU, his awards include the Faculty Award for Exceptional Research, the Early Career Teaching Excellence Award, and recognition as an Outstanding Faculty Member.
Research Experience
- Was a Samuel Stroum AACR Research Fellow, developing multimodal nanoprobes for pancreatic cancer detection and targeted drug delivery. At Nanyang Technological University, he held the Provost’s Chair in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, directed the Centre for Bio-Devices and Signal Analysis, and led the Nanoelectronics Centre of Excellence. His research spans biophotonics, nanotoxicology, RNA delivery systems, wearable diagnostic platforms, and triboelectric nanogenerators for drug release.
Education
- Holds a PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Completed postdoctoral training at the Institute for Lasers, Photonics and Biophotonics (SUNY Buffalo), focusing on nanomaterials for imaging and therapeutics.
Background
- Research interests include translational nanobiophotonics, nanomedicine, sustainability innovation, and research system design. He previously served as Associate Dean (External Engagement) for the Faculty of Engineering, leading cross-sector initiatives, establishing global research and education partnerships, and securing funding for industry-facing programs and student mobility.
Miscellany
- Co-founder of the Net Zero Initiative, which integrates climate strategy across engineering, science, policy, and business. Additionally, he is a member of the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre and the University of Sydney Nano Institute.
Co-authors