Hi, I am Hongze Li

Postdoctoral Fellow at The University of Texas at Austin

Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science

A passion for innovation

With nearly ten years of research experience, I pursue innovation by pushing boundaries and applying scientific insight.

Structure-property correlation

Determine the origin of the colossal magnetoresistance effect in manganites

Materials under extreme conditions

Investigate the phase transitions of platinum-based perovskites under high pressures

Novel pathway to desired performance

Develop new room-temperature multiferroic perovskite oxides by spark plasma sintering

Sustainable energy

Explore innovative energy solutions through thermoelectrics, photocatalysts, and batteries.

Knowledge of chaos system

Gain unprecedented insights into temperature chaos in spin-glass systems.

Essential support to research community

Provide high-quality crystals for atomically thin heterostructure functionality study

An array of skills and expertise

With extensive knowledge and experience, I excel in design of experiments, material synthesis and physical property characterizations.

Applied Capabilities

  • Design of experiments and statistical process control
  • Data analysis and laboratory management
  • LabVIEW, Python, and SQL

Synthesis and Manufacturing

  • Lithography, deposition and FIB fabrication
  • Crystal growth and high-pressure synthesis
  • Spark plasma sintering and additive manufacturing

Characterization and Analysis

  • Magnetic, thermal, and electric transport properties
  • XRD, Raman, SEM, EDX, and EBSD
  • Neutron diffuse scattering

And More…

  • Fast-learning and self-motivation
  • Multitasking
  • Communication and collaboration

A heart for the community

Long supported by the kindness from others, I always make efforts to

build a better community for everyone.

Leadership contribution

Facilitate social interactions and encourage inclusive environment within the campus research community

Mentoring experience

Provide research experiences to undergraduates and high school teachers through mentoring programs

Outreach activities

Organize and participate in STEM outreach programs for K-12 students via tutorial videos, science clubs, and campus exhibition events.