The overall goal of research in the Zhang Lab is to develop novel nanoscale spectroscopic imaging tools to fundamentally understand nanoparticle-molecule interfaces, particularly in the areas of plasmonics, chirality, electrocatalysis, and photocatalysis. Specifically, we will develop and utilize a variety of spectroscopic (dark-field scattering, circular differential scattering, and surface-enhanced Raman scattering) and synthetic techniques to probe the nanoparticle-molecule interfaces. Our lab will be known for developing microscopies that achieve a full physicochemical picture by quantifying heterogeneities, thermodynamics, and kinetics of single particle and single molecule in next-generation functional materials. We invite you to take a closer look at our research projects. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to learn more.

Join US! We have openings for undergrads, MS/PhD students, and postdocs with background in chemistry, nanoscience, spectroscopy or catalysis. Interested candidates send your CV to Prof. Zhang at zhangqf@whu.edu.cn