Dr Yang Kun-Lin is currently an Associate Professor and Deputy Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biomolecular Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS).

His research areas include liquid crystal elastomers, microfluidic systems, and chemical and biological sensors. As a pioneer in the field of liquid crystal microfluidic sensors, he has leveraged this platform to develop a series of real-time, naked-eye sensors capable of detecting poisonous gases, proteins, nucleic acids, and antibodies.

In addition to his contribution in sensor, Dr Yang is also an expert in green processes for sustainable manufacturing. His green catalysts and oxidation processes have been widely used in industrial applications, including oil bleaching, wastewater treatment, sludge digestion, and production of sustainable aviation biofuels. He has multiple patented technologies and successful commercialization through three spin-off companies ─ GreenCOP (sustainable aviation fuel from biowaste), GreenAct (industrial wastewater treatments), and DrGreen (green detergent and degreaser).