Heng-Kwong Tsao is a Chair Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at National Central University (NCU), Taiwan. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Cornell University and has been a faculty member at NCU since 1996. His research focuses on colloid and interface science, polymer physics, soft matter physics, wetting phenomena, and biophysics.

Professor Tsao has held several leadership roles, including Chair of the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at NCU, Chief Secretary-General of NCU, and program manager for national research initiatives under Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council. He is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers and a Senior Editor for Langmuir (ACS).

Throughout his career, Professor Tsao has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Research Award from Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council, the Outstanding Engineering Professor Award from the Chinese Institute of Engineers, and the FUTEX Futuretech Award. In 2024, he was named a Fellow of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers in recognition of his contributions to the field.

Our lab focuses on fundamental and applied research in colloid and interface science, polymer physics, wetting phenomena, transport phenomena, and molecular simulation. We investigate interfacial interactions, wetting behaviors, and soft matter dynamics to understand and control fluid transport at micro- and nanoscale levels. By combining experimental techniques with advanced computational simulations, we aim to uncover new insights into complex interfacial systems and develop innovative solutions for materials science, biomedical applications, and energy-related technologies.