Dr. Mengke Qiao | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Mengke Qiao | Metarials science and technology – Wuhan University of Science and Technology, China

Dr. Mengke Qiao is a postdoctoral researcher at the Key Laboratory of High Temperature Electromagnetic Materials and Structure of the Ministry of Education at Wuhan University of Science and Technology. With a solid academic foundation in materials science and a strong research focus on electromagnetic wave manipulation and high-temperature materials, Dr. Qiao has contributed significantly to the fields of photonic crystals and microwave-absorbing materials. His multidisciplinary expertise bridges physics, ceramics, and engineering, making him a valuable contributor to next-generation electromagnetic functional materials. His research is driven by a passion for scientific innovation and real-world application, particularly in extreme environments.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Qiao’s academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Metallurgy at the University of Science and Technology Liaoning (2015–2019), where he gained comprehensive knowledge in metallurgical processes and materials engineering. He then pursued his doctoral studies (2019–2024) at Wuhan University of Science and Technology, focusing on refractory materials and high-temperature functional ceramics. During his PhD, he honed his experimental and theoretical skills, working on advanced electromagnetic metamaterials and refractory ceramics, contributing to several high-impact publications.

👨‍🔬 Experience

Currently serving as a postdoctoral researcher (from July 2024) at Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Dr. Qiao is part of a high-level research team tackling challenges in high-temperature electromagnetic material applications. His doctoral research involved the development of porous ceramics and refractory composites with excellent slag resistance, and his recent postdoctoral work continues this trajectory with emphasis on electromagnetic energy conversion structures and metamaterials. Dr. Qiao has also collaborated with other researchers on complex layered coatings and metamaterial design, strengthening his interdisciplinary approach and engineering precision.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Qiao’s core research interests lie in the development and optimization of:

• 📡 Photonic crystals – for infrared reflection and wave guidance

• 🌡️ High-temperature functional ceramics and coatings – withstanding extreme environments

• ⚡ Microwave absorbing metamaterials – especially broadband, temperature-insensitive structures
  His work addresses real-world needs in defense, aerospace, and communications by creating materials that perform reliably under severe conditions while maintaining advanced functional properties.

🏅 Awards and Honors

While specific awards are not listed, Dr. Qiao’s impressive publication record and involvement in nationally significant laboratories (such as The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy) highlight his academic excellence and recognition within the scientific community. His repeated role as the first author in high-impact journals and his research funding support suggest nomination-worthy contributions in materials science. 🥇🎖️📘

📚 Publications

🪞 Qi, X., Qiao, M.* (2025). Composite structure of Ge/ZnO multilayer films with Au metasurface. Infrared Physics & Technology, 149, 105901.
Cited by 12 articles

🔄 Yang, X., Wang, C., Qiao, M.* (2025). Square ring electromagnetic energy conversion absorber. Journal of Applied Physics, 137, 133104.
Cited by 8 articles

🧱 Qiao, M., Li, X., Chen, P. (2021). Pore evolution and slag resistance of corundum castables. Ceramics International, 47(5): 6947-6954.
Cited by 45 articles

🌀 Qiao, M., Li, X., Liao, Z. (2023). Multioctagonal ring metamaterial for high-temp microwave absorption. Physica Status Solidi – RRL, 17(4): 2200478.
Cited by 16 articles

🧲 Qiao, M., Li, X., Liao, Z. (2022). Lossy FSS metamaterials with silicon slice. Physica Status Solidi – RRL, 16(4): 2100629.
Cited by 21 articles

🔥 Qiao, M., Li, X., Chen, P. (2024). Enhanced microwave absorption of refractory SiBCN metamaterials. Journal of the American Ceramic Society, 107(5): 3360-3367.
Cited by 10 articles

🕳️ Qiao, M., Li, X., Chen, P. (2024). Bionic metamaterial blackbody for C~Ku bands. Plasmonics (2024): 1–7.
Cited by 7 articles

📝 Conclusion

Dr. Mengke Qiao represents the new wave of multidisciplinary materials scientists whose research is rooted in real-world engineering problems and advanced scientific theory. His innovative contributions in electromagnetic materials, metamaterial absorbers, and high-temperature ceramics are reflected in his peer-reviewed publications and ongoing postdoctoral research. Passionate about academic excellence and industrial relevance, Dr. Qiao is poised for continued contributions to cutting-edge materials science.