Prof. Dr. Dechao Yu, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, China
Dechao Yu is a professor at the School of Optical-Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology. With a Ph.D. in Materials Science from South China University of Technology, he has worked as a post-doctoral researcher at Rutgers University and Utrecht University. His work focuses on luminescent materials, quantum cutting, and optoelectronic applications. Dechao has published 65 SCI-indexed papers, received 1914 citations (h-index 25), and holds two patents. He is an associate editor and editorial board member for leading journals. His innovative contributions in rare-earth-doped materials have advanced solar energy efficiency and temperature sensing technologies.
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Evaluation of Dr. Dechao Yu for the Research for Best Researcher Award
Summary of Suitability
Dr. Dechao Yu’s academic and professional accomplishments demonstrate exceptional merit and align well with the criteria for the Research for Best Researcher Award. With a Ph.D. in Materials Science and postdoctoral experiences at renowned institutions like Rutgers University and Utrecht University, Dr. Yu has cultivated a strong foundation in his field. His current role as a professor at the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology highlights his continued dedication to research and academia.
Dr. Yu’s extensive research contributions are evident in his impressive publication record of 65 articles in indexed journals, a total citation count of 1914, and an h-index of 25, reflecting the high impact of his work. His groundbreaking innovations in luminescent materials, specifically his design of efficient NIR quantum cutting materials with quantum efficiencies up to 400%, have significant implications for solar cell technology.
Education
Dechao Yu completed his Ph.D. in Materials Science in 2014 at South China University of Technology, specializing in multiphoton near-infrared quantum cutting under Prof. Qinyuan Zhang. He further honed his expertise through post-doctoral research at Rutgers University under Prof. Richard E. Riman and Utrecht University under Prof. Andries Meijerink. His research emphasizes quantum efficiency and the optical spectroscopy of rare-earth-doped materials. Dechao’s academic journey reflects a strong foundation in advanced materials science, with a commitment to innovative applications in optoelectronics and photonics.
Professional Experience
Dechao Yu’s professional journey includes significant research appointments at Rutgers University and Utrecht University. At Rutgers, he contributed to experimental designs for the NIH R01 and DOE projects, collaborating with national labs. At Utrecht, he led efforts in NWO CHIPP projects. Now, as a professor in Shanghai, he leads research in rare-earth-doped materials for optoelectronics and biological applications. He has served as session chair at international conferences and holds editorial roles in prestigious journals. His professional accomplishments are marked by impactful collaborations and leadership in cutting-edge research.
Awards and Recognitions
- Editorial Roles: Associate Editor (Frontiers in Photonics), Young Editorial Board Member (Chinese Journal of Rare Earth).
- Conference Roles: Session Chair at International Conference on Luminescence (2022).
- Research Impact: Total citations: 1914; h-index: 25.
- Patents: Two patents published on rare-earth-doped materials.
- Memberships: Senior Member of the Chinese Society of Optical Engineering.
Dechao Yu’s career showcases exceptional research, leadership, and recognition in materials science and optoelectronics.
Dechao Yu specializes in luminescent materials, lanthanide ions, and glass ceramics. His expertise lies in quantum cutting, upconversion, and luminescence thermometry. He designed NIR quantum cutting materials with quantum efficiency of 400%, advancing solar cells’ photo-response. His research extends to temperature sensing using single-ion phosphors, achieving high precision across ultra-wide temperature ranges (30-800 K). Through theoretical and experimental approaches, his work has been published in high-impact journals, showcasing innovative solutions for optoelectronics and energy efficiency.
Publication Top Notes
Title: A systematic approach to achieving high-performance hybrid lighting phosphors with excellent thermal-and photostability
- Authors: Y. Fang, W. Liu, S. J. Teat, G. Dey, Z. Shen, L. An, D. Yu, L. Wang, D. M. O’Carroll, …
Journal: Advanced Functional Materials 27 (3), 1603444
Citations: 153
Year: 2017
Title: Spectral conversion for solar cell efficiency enhancement using YVO4: Bi3+, Ln3+ (Ln= Dy, Er, Ho, Eu, Sm, and Yb) phosphors
- Authors: X. Y. Huang, J. X. Wang, D. C. Yu, S. Ye, Q. Y. Zhang, X. W. Sun
Journal: Journal of Applied Physics 109 (11)
Citations: 129
Year: 2011
Title: One ion to catch them all: Targeted high-precision Boltzmann thermometry over a wide temperature range with Gd3+
- Authors: D. Yu, H. Li, D. Zhang, Q. Zhang, A. Meijerink, M. Suta
Journal: Light: Science & Applications 10 (1), 236
Citations: 117
Year: 2021
Title: A Ho3+-Based Luminescent Thermometer for Sensitive Sensing over a Wide Temperature Range
- Authors: T. P. van Swieten, D. Yu, T. Yu, S. J. W. Vonk, M. Suta, Q. Zhang, A. Meijerink, …
Journal: Advanced Optical Materials 9 (1), 2001518
Citations: 111
Year: 2021
Title: Multi-photon quantum cutting in Gd2O2S: Tm3+ to enhance the photo-response of solar cells
- Authors: D. C. Yu, R. Martín-Rodríguez, Q. Y. Zhang, A. Meijerink, F. T. Rabouw
Journal: Light: Science & Applications 4 (10), e344-e344
Citations: 110
Year: 2015
Title: Non-Rare-Earth Na3AlF6:Cr3+ Phosphors for Far-Red Light-Emitting Diodes
- Authors: D. Yu, Y. Zhou, C. Ma, J. H. Melman, K. M. Baroudi, M. LaCapra, R. E. Riman
Journal: ACS Applied Electronic Materials 1 (11), 2325-2333
Citations: 107
Year: 2019
Title: Enhanced near-infrared quantum cutting in GdBO3: Tb3+, Yb3+ phosphors by Ce3+ codoping
- Authors: X. Y. Huang, D. C. Yu, Q. Y. Zhang
Journal: Journal of Applied Physics 106 (11)
Citations: 105
Year: 2009
Title: Insights into the energy transfer mechanism in codoped YAG phosphors
- Authors: D. C. Yu, F. T. Rabouw, W. Q. Boon, T. Kieboom, S. Ye, Q. Y. Zhang, A. Meijerink
Journal: Physical Review B 90 (16), 165126
Citations: 103
Year: 2014
Title: Efficient first-order resonant near-infrared quantum cutting in β-NaYF4: Ho3+, Yb3+
- Authors: D. C. Yu, X. Y. Huang, S. Ye, Q. Y. Zhang
Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds 509 (41), 9919-9923
Citations: 67
Year: 2011
Title: Understanding and tuning blue-to-near-infrared photon cutting by the Tm3+/Yb3+ couple
- Authors: D. Yu, T. Yu, A. J. van Bunningen, Q. Zhang, A. Meijerink, F. T. Rabouw
Journal: Light: Science & Applications 9 (1), 107
Citations: 64
Year: 2020