Taipei Medical University (TMU)

Laser-3D Structural Device Design & Biomedical Sensing System Lab. (Lase-3D/BSS Lab.)

Dr. Zhao-Chi Chen, PhD. (George)
https://hub.tmu.edu.tw/en/persons/zhao-chi-chen

Research Field

Emerging/Other Fields

Introduction

I received my Ph.D. from the Department of Mechatronic Engineering at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU). I am currently an Assistant Professor at the Graduate Institute of Biomedical Optomechatronics, Taipei Medical University (TMU). My primary research interests lie in the design and fabrication of electromechanical devices, applied mechanical measurement and analysis, and the integration of advanced pulsed-laser ablation with 3D composite printing technologies for biomolecular and biomedical sensing applications. Recently, my team has focused on developing multi-scale micro/nanostructure fabrication techniques combining laser processing and 3D printing for wearable, non-invasive biomedical sensors aimed at addressing emerging challenges in smart healthcare and precision medicine.

In addition to my research, I have substantial teaching and administrative experience. I have served as a faculty member in a university-level international dual-degree program and have taught EMI (English as a Medium of Instruction) courses. These experiences have provided me with expertise in systematic curriculum planning and cross-cultural academic collaboration. Moreover, I possess industry experience in the machine tool sector, where I was responsible for the design and process optimization of laser hybrid-machining systems. This background enables me to effectively bridge the gap between academia and industry, guiding students to align their research interests with practical industrial needs and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

My research team has achieved several notable outcomes, including mentoring international students to secure internships in Taiwan, supporting students in receiving NSTC research project grants, winning national medical engineering competition awards, and earning recognition for conference papers at international venues.

I am a highly motivated and collaborative researcher, dedicated to advancing both teaching and research. I value interdisciplinary teamwork and constructive dialogue to achieve meaningful outcomes. Looking ahead, I aim to cultivate an environment where education and research can flourish synergistically and to attract like-minded students and collaborators to drive innovation in biomedical engineering and related fields.

We focus on the following topics by projects:

  • •The wearable soft sensor fabricated using graphene/nanoparticle composites stacked electrode structures.
  • •The self-heating graphene reinforced polyvinyl alcohol nanowires to develop high-sensitivity human detection device.
  • •Functionalized surface modification of aluminum oxide with fish-scale structures for cell culture.
  • •Thermally stable and uniform DNA amplification with picosecond laser ablated graphene rapid thermal cycling device.


Research Topics
  • Laser ablation manufacturing technology. (雷射剝離製作技術)
  • Laser 3D printing and bionic structure engineering. (雷射3D列印與仿生結構工程)
  • CAE/FEA analysis. (計算機輔助工程/有限元素分析)
  • Microfluidic bio-chip system. (微流體生醫晶片系統)
  • On-chip bio device. (晶片式生醫元件)

Honor
  • 2026 2nd International Conference on 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing-Theme: Shaping the Future: Innovations in 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing (Tokyo, Japan), serve as an organization committee member and session chair-受邀擔任日本東京國際研討會組織委員會成員暨論壇主持人-(https://cognitionconferences.com/3dprinting/committee-members/).
  • 2025 教育部114精準健康產業創新創業競賽-績優團隊獎.
  • 2025 The International SCI journal- Applied Physics A Materials Science & Processing, serve as a peer reviewer-受邀擔任國際SCI期刊-Applied Physics A Materials Science & Processing同儕審查委員.
  • 2025 中國機械工程學會 114年度年會暨第42屆全國學術研討會 (CSME 2025)-受邀擔任CSME 2025論壇主持人暨會議主持人.
  • 2025 Conference on Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (CTAM 2025)/The 4th International Conference on Mechanics (ICM), serve as a symposium chair and session chair-受邀擔任CTAM 2025全國力學研討會論壇主持人暨會議主持人.
  • 2025 The International SCI journal-Crystals, serve as a special issue Guest Editor-受邀擔任國際SCI期刊Crystals之客座編輯,特刊名稱 Graphene-Based Nanocomposites - IF : 2.4 (https://www.mdpi.com/journal/crystals/special_issues/A6CA3RI99X).
  • 2025 International Conference on Smart Sensors Poster Award Committee (ICSS 2025國際智慧感測器研討會-入圍最佳產業競賽組).
  • 2024 全國生醫創新創業競賽-金獎-第一名.
  • 2024 International Conference on Smart Sensors Poster Award Committee (ICSS 2024國際智慧感測器研討會-論文獎審查委員).
  • 2024 全國醫工日創新醫材競賽-生理恆定專題競賽-第一名.
  • 2023 國科會大專學生研究計畫成果獎-第三名.
  • 2023 臺北醫學大學生物醫學工程學系專題研究競賽-佳作.
  • 2022 臺北醫學大學生物醫學工程學系專題研究競賽-佳作.
  • 2021 Moon-Shan Academia-Industry Forum, Taipei Medical University, Invited Speaker (2021臺北醫學大學醫學工程學院-拇山產學論壇講座-受邀講者).
  • 2021 3rd FEMTO-ST/CBME International Symposium, Biomedical Engineering Contributions to Precision Health and Patients Care, Invited Speaker (2021第3屆FEMTO-ST/CBME國際研討會-生物醫學工程對精準醫療和患者護理的貢獻-受邀講者).

Educational Background

PhD: Department of Mechatronic Engineering, National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU), Taiwan


Job Description

(SCI publications, research output, and impact)

The internship is research-output–oriented, with strong emphasis on producing high-quality scientific results suitable for publication in SCI-indexed journals (e.g., Sensors and Actuators, Biosensors and Bioelectronics, Applied Surface Science, Ceramics International).

Interns will:

Participate in data analysis, result interpretation, and figure preparation for journal manuscripts

Contribute to experimental design optimization aimed at publishable novelty and reproducibility

Gain training in scientific writing, peer-review standards, and international publication practices

Work within research themes aligned with wearable sensors, micro/nano systems, and smart healthcare technologies, which are of high international relevance and impact

Outstanding interns may be included as co-authors on SCI journal papers and international conference submissions, depending on research contribution and duration.

Preferred Intern Educational Level

Applicants should be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from programs related to:

Biomedical Engineering (Biomechanics / Bioelectronics)

Electrical Engineering / Electronic Engineering

Mechanical Engineering (Micro/Nano Systems focus)

Mechatronics or related interdisciplinary engineering fields

Undergraduate (senior-level), Master’s, or early-stage PhD students are welcome.

Skill sets or Qualities

The ideal candidate should possess some (not necessarily all) of the following skills or qualities:

3D Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) and CAD skills

e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Fusion 360 (for microheater, microneedle, or sensor layout design)

Programmable coding ability

e.g., Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ for data analysis, signal processing, or experiment automation

Semiconductor or microfabrication experience

Thin-film deposition, photolithography, laser patterning, printing, or cleanroom-related processes

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) or multi-physics simulation experience

e.g., COMSOL Multiphysics, ANSYS (thermal, electrical, or coupled-field simulations)

Additional desired qualities:

Strong motivation for experimental research

Ability to work independently and document results systematically

Interest in wearable sensors, microsystems, and applied biomedical technologies