Xiaojie Xu

Xiaojie Xu is a Staff Scientist specializing in nanomaterials development for optoelectronic and wearable devices, bringing a strong scientific background to advanced material research and application. After earning her Ph.D. in Materials Physics & Chemistry from Fudan University in 2017, Xiaojie Xu immediately transitioned into a Staff Scientist role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), a position she currently holds. Her rigorous academic foundation was solidified during her doctoral studies, which included a productive tenure as a Visiting Graduate Student in the Materials Science Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory from 2014 to 2016.

Xu specializes in the development of cutting-edge nanomaterials and nanocomposites, focusing on applications in optoelectronic devices, scalable nanocrystal assembly, and advanced materials for wearable technologies. Her pioneering work extends to power sources, displays, and computing solutions for next-generation devices. A testament to her leadership and innovative approach, Dr. Xu serves as the Principal Investigator for a Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) project titled “Towards wearable artificial intelligence: flexible nanocrystal memristors that mimic multi-level synaptic functions,” driving crucial advancements in the integration of materials science with artificial intelligence.

Looking ahead, Dr. Xu continues to push the boundaries of materials science with forthcoming work such as the co-authored ‘Single-step, conformal, and efficient assembly of ligand-exchanged quantum dots for optoelectronic devices via an electric field,’ slated for publication in 2025. Her ongoing research in inorganic nanomaterials, optoelectronic devices, memristors, and wearable technologies firmly establishes her as a pivotal contributor to the advancement and application of these critical scientific fields.