Yue Shi
About Yue Shi
Yue Shi is a Research Assistant at the University of Colorado, where he has worked since 2007. He specializes in designing optical setups for studying colloidal systems and has a PhD in Physics from the University of Colorado at Boulder.
Work at University of Colorado
Yue Shi has been serving as a Research Assistant at the University of Colorado since 2007. Over the course of 17 years, Shi has contributed to various research projects in Boulder, Colorado. The role involves designing and building experimental setups, particularly in the fields of optics and materials science.
Education and Expertise
Yue Shi earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Liquid Crystal Physics from the University of Colorado at Boulder, completing the program from 2006 to 2013. Prior to this, Shi obtained a Bachelor's degree in Laser Tweezers, Optics, and Physics from the University of Science and Technology of China, where studies took place from 2002 to 2006. This educational background supports expertise in optical setups and materials research.
Research Experience
Shi has extensive research experience, particularly in designing dynamic light scattering setups for the study of colloidal systems. Additionally, Shi has conducted experimental research on the response of blue phase materials to electric fields. This work contributes to the understanding of material properties and their applications in various technologies.
Previous Work at University of Science and Technology of China
Before joining the University of Colorado, Yue Shi worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Science and Technology of China from 2004 to 2006. During this time, Shi gained foundational experience in research methodologies and techniques relevant to optics and physics.
Technical Skills and Projects
Yue Shi possesses technical skills in designing and building optical setups, particularly high-sensitive polarimeters for measuring the optical dynamics of azobenzene-based self-assembled monolayers. This technical expertise is critical for advancing research in optical materials and their interactions.