Bring your questions
Join the group
Interested in the physics of soft matter, computational discovery, or the design of new materials? We welcome enquiries about research opportunities and collaborations.
Different backgrounds.
A shared curiosity.
Our research brings together physics, chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, and computational mathematics. We use Monte Carlo, molecular dynamics, and Brownian dynamics simulations alongside analytical theory and machine learning.
Projects are shaped by scientific questions and shared interests. Explore our research themes and recent publications to see where your interests connect.
Explore our research01 / Doctoral research
PhD enquiries
Prospective PhD students can contact Ran Ni to discuss research interests, possible projects, and upcoming intake opportunities. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field is relevant preparation.
What to include
- Your CV and academic background.
- A short explanation of your research interests and why you would like to work with the group.
- Your preferred start date and any funding programme you are considering.
Admission, English-language requirements, scholarship eligibility, and funding depend on the programme. Check the current official requirements before applying.
02 / Postdoctoral research
Postdocs & fellowships
Contact Ran Ni to ask about the availability of postdoctoral projects or to discuss an independently funded fellowship. Include your CV, research experience, and a short proposal or description of your interests.
Potential fellowship routes include NTU’s Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship and Lee Kuan Yew Postdoctoral Fellowship. Availability, eligibility, and deadlines are set by each programme.
03 / Visiting & collaborating
Visiting researchers
We welcome enquiries from visiting students and researchers with related interests. Send a brief research plan, your CV, the proposed visit dates, and details of your home institution and funding.
Students considering a China Scholarship Council supported visit can contact Ran Ni to discuss a research plan.