Dr. Yoong Kit Leong, an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at Tunghai University, Taiwan, is a passionate and innovative researcher with a distinguished academic and professional trajectory. Graduating with a B.S. degree in 2013 and a Ph.D. in 2018 from the prestigious University of Nottingham, Dr. Leong has established himself as a dedicated researchers in groundbreaking fields, including Circular Economy, Net-Zero Carbon Technology, Microalgal Biotechnology, Biorefinery, Green Biofuels, and Biohydrogen Technology.

His remarkable scholarly achievements are highlighted by an outstanding record of over 60 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact SCI-indexed journals within five years, reflecting his cutting-edge contributions to biochemical technology, renewable bioenergy, wastewater treatment, and microalgal innovation. With an exceptional H-index of 28 and an i-10 index of 48, Dr. Leong’s work has left a profound impact, garnering international recognition and shaping the future of sustainable technologies.

A testament to his global influence, Dr. Leong was honored in both 2023 and 2024 as one of Stanford University’s World Top 2% Scientists, solidifying his position as a luminary in advancing science and innovation for a sustainable future.

AI Circular Economy Laboratory welcomes interested international students in doing internship at Tunghai University. Our main research interest is to develop net-zero carbon emission biotechnology, including i) microalgal and co-culture biorefinery platform (protein, lipids, pigments, bioactive ingredients, etc.), ii) renewable bioenergy production (biodiesel, biohydrogen, biomethane, etc.), and iii) waste stream/byproducts valorization to value-added product.