Welcoming Visiting PhD Student Jiaying Liao

Monday, June 22, 2026

We are delighted to welcome Jiaying Liao to the Tang Nanotechnology Lab at the University of Waterloo as a visiting PhD student. Jiaying joins us from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where she is currently pursuing her doctoral studies.

Her research expertise spans three cutting-edge areas:

🔹 Synthesis of MXene-based nanomaterials: developing advanced 2D materials with unique properties
🔹 Electrochemical biosensors: designing sensitive platforms for biomedical detection
🔹 Neuromorphic optoelectronics: exploring materials and devices that mimic neural systems

Her interdisciplinary background aligns perfectly with our lab's mission, and we are excited about the fresh perspectives and expertise she brings to our team.

We look forward to fostering meaningful collaborations, exchanging innovative ideas, and advancing impactful research together. It is also our hope that Jiaying's time at Waterloo will be both productive and enriching, offering new opportunities for professional growth and cross-cultural learning.

 We wish her a rewarding and memorable research experience with us. 

ivy