Robert K.Y. Li

15.7k total citations · 4 hit papers
332 papers, 13.4k citations indexed

About

Robert K.Y. Li is a scholar working on Polymers and Plastics, Mechanics of Materials and Biomaterials. According to data from OpenAlex, Robert K.Y. Li has authored 332 papers receiving a total of 13.4k indexed citations (citations by other indexed papers that have themselves been cited), including 191 papers in Polymers and Plastics, 73 papers in Mechanics of Materials and 66 papers in Biomaterials. Recurrent topics in Robert K.Y. Li's work include Polymer crystallization and properties (104 papers), Polymer Nanocomposites and Properties (82 papers) and biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties (47 papers). Robert K.Y. Li is often cited by papers focused on Polymer crystallization and properties (104 papers), Polymer Nanocomposites and Properties (82 papers) and biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties (47 papers). Robert K.Y. Li collaborates with scholars based in Hong Kong, China and Australia. Robert K.Y. Li's co-authors include S. C. Tjong, Yiu‐Wing Mai, Ji‐Zhao Liang, Jiefeng Gao, Hongxia Zhao, Wei Wu, Jun‐Wei Zha, Mingjun Hu, Dean Shi and Qiang Zhao and has published in prestigious journals such as Advanced Materials, Angewandte Chemie International Edition and ACS Nano.

In The Last Decade

Robert K.Y. Li

320 papers receiving 13.1k citations

Hit Papers

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Hit papers significantly outperform the citation benchmark for their cohort. A paper qualifies if it has ≥500 total citations, achieves ≥1.5× the top-1% citation threshold for papers in the same subfield and year (this is the minimum needed to enter the top 1%, not the average within it), or reaches the top citation threshold in at least one of its specific research topics.

  1. Superhydrophobic and breathable smart MXene-based textile for multifunctional wearable sensing electronics
    2020 406 citations Robert K.Y. Li et al. Chemical Engineering Journal profile →
  2. Recent Progress in Protective Membranes Fabricated via Electrospinning: Advanced Materials, Biomimetic Structures, and Functional Applications
    2021 306 citations Robert K.Y. Li et al. profile →
  3. A review of microphase separation of polyurethane: Characterization and applications
    2022 206 citations Bingxu Cheng, Hui Zhao et al. profile →
  4. Self-Healable, Solvent Response Cellulose Nanocrystal/Waterborne Polyurethane Nanocomposites with Encryption Capability
    2023 121 citations Hui Zhao, Wei Wu et al. profile →

Author Peers

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Author Last Decade Papers Cites
Robert K.Y. Li 7.6k 3.5k 3.4k 2.8k 2.0k 332 13.4k
Sanjay K. Nayak 8.7k 1.1× 3.2k 0.9× 3.3k 1.0× 2.5k 0.9× 1.7k 0.9× 387 14.4k
Smita Mohanty 8.1k 1.1× 3.9k 1.1× 4.7k 1.4× 2.5k 0.9× 1.8k 0.9× 457 15.0k
Debes Bhattacharyya 5.8k 0.8× 2.8k 0.8× 2.5k 0.8× 1.9k 0.7× 1.5k 0.7× 296 10.9k
Shaoyun Guo 5.7k 0.8× 3.5k 1.0× 2.1k 0.6× 3.7k 1.3× 1.0k 0.5× 471 12.4k
Miguel A. López‐Manchado 7.0k 0.9× 3.2k 0.9× 2.7k 0.8× 4.0k 1.4× 835 0.4× 203 11.2k
Mingbo Yang 5.4k 0.7× 3.7k 1.1× 4.3k 1.3× 3.6k 1.3× 1.1k 0.5× 387 12.7k
Gert Heinrich 11.7k 1.5× 4.7k 1.3× 3.0k 0.9× 6.2k 2.2× 952 0.5× 545 18.2k
Qiang Zheng 6.8k 0.9× 5.5k 1.6× 3.6k 1.1× 3.2k 1.1× 1.1k 0.6× 548 15.7k
Anil K. Bhowmick 12.0k 1.6× 2.7k 0.8× 3.3k 1.0× 5.0k 1.8× 1.1k 0.5× 588 16.4k
Ton Peijs 8.0k 1.1× 4.2k 1.2× 4.3k 1.3× 3.7k 1.3× 867 0.4× 292 15.5k

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All Works

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Duan, Huajun, Ya Li, Yuan Chen, et al.. (2025). Synthesis of multi‐element flame retardant hydrazides and its modification to epoxy resin. Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology. 31(3). 544–559.
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Li, Robert K.Y., Xuan Tang, Wenshu Luo, et al.. (2025). Behavior of the interfacial transition zone in AAFS-based green recycled aggregate concrete at elevated temperatures. Construction and Building Materials. 461. 139872–139872. 4 indexed citations
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Li, Xin, Xiang Fu, Youfang Zhang, et al.. (2025). Electrospun sodium titanate-MXene/carbon nanofibers as binder-free electrode for enhanced hybrid capacitive deionization. Chemical Engineering Journal. 511. 162040–162040. 10 indexed citations
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He, Naying, Robert K.Y. Li, E. Mark Haacke, et al.. (2025). Increased diagnostic accuracy and better morphology characterization of unruptured intracranial aneurysm by ultra-high-resolution photon-counting detector CT angiography. Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery. 18(3). 835–841. 2 indexed citations
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Li, Yan, Xinzheng Wang, Xiaofei Wang, et al.. (2025). Investigation on the survival and activating behavior of rejuvenator-loaded fibers in asphalt pavement. Construction and Building Materials. 475. 141282–141282. 2 indexed citations
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Yu, Ning, Bingxu Cheng, Yang Liu, et al.. (2024). High‐Strength and High‐Toughness Supramolecular Materials for Self‐Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerator. Small. 20(47). e2405700–e2405700. 16 indexed citations
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Cao, Xianwu, Jingshu Huang, Zijian Tang, et al.. (2023). Self-assembled biobased chitosan hybrid carrying N/P/B elements for polylactide with enhanced fire safety and mechanical properties. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 236. 123947–123947. 34 indexed citations
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Wu, Wei, Zijian Tang, Hui Zhao, Xiaolei Li, & Robert K.Y. Li. (2023). Construction of surface-functionalized hexagonal boron nitride flakes for unsaturated polyesters resin composites with improved tribological properties under seawater condition. Composites Communications. 43. 101738–101738. 8 indexed citations
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Zhang, Qian, Qian Zhang, Xin Miao, et al.. (2023). Vinyl acetate polymers modified by siloxane for improving reinforced concrete: Water proofness and anticorrosion. Construction and Building Materials. 388. 131602–131602. 6 indexed citations
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Sun, Qijun, Jiaqing Zhuang, S. Venkatesh, et al.. (2018). Highly Sensitive and Ultrastable Skin Sensors for Biopressure and Bioforce Measurements Based on Hierarchical Microstructures. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. 10(4). 4086–4094. 95 indexed citations
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Hu, Mingjun, et al.. (2014). In-situ monitoring on dynamics of solute transport in polymer films. Polymer. 58. 67–75. 1 indexed citations
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Zha, Jun‐Wei, Xing Meng, Dongrui Wang, Zhi‐Min Dang, & Robert K.Y. Li. (2014). Dielectric properties of poly(vinylidene fluoride) nanocomposites filled with surface coated BaTiO3 by SnO2 nanodots. Applied Physics Letters. 104(7). 55 indexed citations
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Li, Robert K.Y.. (2013). Non-isothermal crystallization kinetics of polypropylene containing silica hybrid particles as fillers. Fuhe cailiao xuebao. 5 indexed citations
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Li, Robert K.Y.. (2012). Damage Behavior of Carbon-cloth/Epoxy Resin Composite in Tensile Test Based on Acoustic Emission. 1 indexed citations
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Li, Robert K.Y.. (2010). Laser holographic material based on acrylic resin blend with intermolecular hydrogen bonding. Journal of Functional Biomaterials. 2 indexed citations
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Li, Robert K.Y.. (2009). Effect of surface modification of magnesium hydroxide via in situ polymerization of styrene on rheological properties of magnesium hydroxide/polypropylene composites. Fuhe cailiao xuebao. 1 indexed citations
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Li, Robert K.Y.. (2005). EFFECT OF SURFACE MODIFICATION OF Sb_2O_3 PARTICLES via in situ POLYMERIZATION ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF HIPS/Sb_2O_3 NANOCOMPOSITES. Acta Polymerica Sinica. 1 indexed citations
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