Principal Investigator, Group Leader

Prof. Wei-Min Liu is a well-trained chemist with a broad research background spanning multiple areas of chemical and biochemical research. His expertise includes the development of novel synthetic methodologies, the design and synthesis of antibacterial agents, protein expression and modification, and the application of paramagnetic NMR techniques to investigate interactions between proteins and their molecular partners, including small molecules and other proteins. Currently, his research focuses on molecular design, employing organic synthesis to construct innovative molecular architectures and to explore the functional properties of synthesized compounds for diverse applications, such as the targeting of specific biomolecules through fluorescent signaling and the development of molecular rotor–based photocatalysts for efficient reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation. In addition, his group is actively developing new synthetic methodologies, particularly those utilizing S-ylides and N-ylides for the efficient construction of heterocyclic frameworks.

We warmly invite motivated undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers to join the WML Lab. Our group offers a dynamic and collaborative research environment at the interface of organic synthesis, chemical biology, and molecular design. Research opportunities span the development of new synthetic methodologies, functional fluorescent probes, molecular rotor–based photocatalysts for reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, and the investigation of biomolecular interactions. Guided by the core values of the WML Lab—Wise, Motivated, and Logical—we foster sound judgment, a curiosity-driven approach, perseverance in overcoming challenges, and rigorous, logical scientific thinking.

WML LAB Core Values

Wise - The ability to make sound judgments, ask meaningful questions, and pursue scientific truth with humility. 
Motivated - Driven by curiosity, strengthened by perseverance through challenges, and inspired by a passion to move research forward. 
Logical - Guided by clear reasoning, rigorous experimentation, and reliable, reproducible conclusions.