John H XIN

John H. Xin is Chair Professor of Textile Chemistry at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where he has served since 1996, including as Head of the Institute of Textiles & Clothing. After earning his Bachelor of Science from China Textile University and PhD in Textile Chemistry from the University of Leeds, he has pioneered groundbreaking research in functional textiles and smart materials. His work spans multiple areas including UV-blocking treatments for cotton fabrics, surface functionalization with titanium dioxide nanoparticles, and development of artificial lotus leaf structures. Xin's research has produced significant innovations in areas such as self-cleaning cotton, superhydrophobic surfaces, and metal nanocatalysts for reduction reactions. His contributions to color science include influential work on cross-cultural color emotion and human emotional responses to colors. As one of the most cited researchers in his field, his publications have garnered over 1,800 citations, with his most influential papers focusing on carbon nanotube coatings, surface functionalization of cellulose fibers, and UV-blocking treatments. Through his leadership at PolyU, Xin continues to advance the fields of textile chemistry, nanomaterials, and sustainable textile technologies while fostering innovations in biomimetic materials and eco-friendly dyestuffs.