Regular biography
Professor To Ngai is a member of the Department of Chemistry at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. His research focuses on colloid, interface, and soft materials, with current interests including particle-stabilized emulsions, surface interactions, and biomaterials. He has held various academic positions, including Professor since 2017 and Assistant Dean (Research) since 2018. Prof. Ngai has contributed to numerous edited volumes and has published extensively in refereed journals. He is also involved in editorial boards of several scientific journals and has received several awards and honors for his work.
Scholar-generated biography
To Ngai is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, specializing in the study of particles at interfaces, intermolecular and surface forces, and biomaterials for orthopaedic implants. Their research explores the formation and stabilization of emulsions using colloidal particles, microgels, and biomolecules, with applications in food preservation, drug delivery, and environmental remediation. Ngai's work also investigates the physicochemical properties of hydrogels and their potential in biomedical applications. The research emphasizes the environmental responsiveness of microgel particles and their role in creating stable emulsions for various industrial and medical purposes.