Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mian Zhong | Flexible Electronics and Smart Sensing | Academic Brilliance Star Award
Vice President at Civil Aviation Flight University of China, China
Dr. Mian Zhong is an accomplished Associate Professor at the Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Civil Aviation Flight University of China. With a background in physics and a specialization in condensed matter physics, Dr. Zhong has developed a strong interdisciplinary research portfolio combining advanced materials science, micro-nano manufacturing, flexible electronics, and aviation engineering. Known for his logical thinking, team collaboration, and a passion for innovation, he actively bridges academic excellence with practical engineering applications in the civil aviation sector.
Profile
Education
Dr. Zhong’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Sichuan Normal University (2004–2008), followed by a Master of Science in Optics under Prof. Huajun Yang at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (2008–2010). He then pursued a joint Master–Doctoral program in Condensed Matter Physics under Prof. Xia Xiang, completing his PhD in 2016. His solid theoretical training and laboratory research cultivated a profound understanding of material properties and electronic applications, which laid the groundwork for his later innovations in nanomaterials and non-destructive testing.
Experience
Since 2017, Dr. Zhong has held faculty roles at the Civil Aviation Flight University of China, initially as a lecturer and currently as an associate professor. He has led and contributed to numerous national and institutional research projects, including the development of composite material repair techniques, terahertz nondestructive testing systems, and GPS interference detection technologies for civil aircraft. His teaching excellence is equally evident, with multiple regional and national awards recognizing his instructional innovation in electronics and aviation technology education.
Research Interest
Dr. Zhong’s research spans several cutting-edge areas: the surface modification and characterization of two-dimensional nanomaterials, laser additive manufacturing, wearable electronic sensors, and machine learning applications in signal processing. Particularly, he is well-regarded for his contributions to terahertz imaging for nondestructive evaluation and his pioneering work on graphene-based flexible sensors for human physiological monitoring and aircraft deicing applications. His interdisciplinary methods offer practical solutions to engineering problems while advancing fundamental science.
Award
Dr. Zhong’s contributions have earned him over a dozen accolades, including: the First Prize of the Science and Technology Achievement Award by CAFUC (2023), the Second Prize of the Civil Aviation Science and Technology Award from the China Air Transport Association (2024), multiple teaching awards at both school and national levels, and the Outstanding Scientific Research Award (2023). These honors reflect both his scholarly output and his commitment to improving civil aviation education and safety through research innovation.
Publication
Dr. Zhong has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. Selected impactful publications include:
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Zhong, M.*, et al. (2024). A flexible wearable strain sensor based on nano-silver modified laser-induced graphene. Micromachines, 15(8):989. [Cited by 5]
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Zhong, M.*, et al. (2024). One-step fabrication of composite hydrophobic electronically heated graphene surface. Coatings, 14(08):1052. [Cited by 4]
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Zhong, M.*, et al. (2024). Hydrophobic surface array structure for deicing and anti-icing. Micromachines, 15(2):285. [Highly cited: 12]
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Zou, Y.†, Zhong, M.†*, et al. (2023). Wearable strain sensors for physiological monitoring. Polymers, 15(17):3553. [Highly cited: 15]
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Li, S.†, Zhong, M.†*, et al. (2023). Micron-structured heatable graphene surfaces by laser. Coatings, 13(9):1559. [Cited by 6]
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Zhong, M.*, et al. (2024). Improved YOLO for GPS interference recognition. IET Signal Processing. [Accepted, cited by 3 preprints]
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Zhong, M., et al. (2023). Laser surface treatment on CFRP microstructure. Laser in Engineering, 56(4–6):291–299. [Cited by 2]
Each of these publications exemplifies Dr. Zhong’s commitment to translating theoretical insights into impactful engineering applications, and many have been recognized as highly cited in their respective fields.
Conclusion
Dr. Mian Zhong exemplifies the ideal academic engineer—deeply knowledgeable, practically focused, and internationally recognized for both teaching and research excellence. His contributions to the aviation, materials, and electronics sectors have not only advanced scientific understanding but also improved safety, monitoring, and material efficiency in real-world applications. With numerous national-level awards, high-impact publications, and ongoing contributions to transformative research, Dr. Zhong stands as a worthy nominee for any honor recognizing scientific and academic excellence.