Lab news & updates
Dr. Mao has been ranked in Kent State Faculty Among World's Top 2% of Scientists
Updated: February 2026
Dr. Hanbin Mao, Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Kent State University, has been recognized among the world's top 2% of scientists in a global citation analysis compiled by Stanford University scholars,an honor that highlights his significant impact in single-molecule biophysics research. This distinction is part of a broader acknowledgment of Kent State faculty whose work ranks among the most cited and influential in the world, underscoring the university's strength as an R1 research institution.
Mao research group visited Pinnacle Lab
September 2025
We visited the Pinnacle Lab, which is a state of the art facility specializing in advanced bio-analytical testing and research. Equipped with cutting-edge instrumentation such as LCMS, GCMS, toxicology platforms, and microbial testing facilities, the lab provides comprehensive analytical services that support research, industry, and clinical applications.
Mao Lab releases its first newsletter
April 2025
We are excited to publish our first newsletter. Key features include research updates & highlights, alumni highlights, and students achievements and publications.
Dr. Mao has been ranked in Top 2% most cited scientists worldwide, since 2023
Updated: October 2025
Dr. Hanbin Mao has been listed among the Top 2% of most-cited scientists worldwide since 2023 based on a recently updated study* published by Stanford University scholars.
Dr. Mao receives excellence in graduate research mentorship award
March 2023
This award serves to honor and recognize faculty members who effectively guide and support students through undergraduate or graduate research.
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Lab news & updates archives
February 2026
Congratulations Dr. Hanbin Mao!
Congratulations to Dr. Mao on being recognized among the World's Top 2% of Scientists-an outstanding achievement that reflects your impactful research and dedication to scientific excellence.
October 2025
Congratulations Joseph!
Huge congratulations to Joseph on publishing his first first-author paper in JACS!
October 2025
Congratulations Jiahao!
Jiahao has been awarded with the Graduate Student Senate Research Award 2025!
August 2025
Congratulations Jaren!
Jaren is going to pursue a college degree in The College of New Jersey, NJ. He was working with us as a high school research volunteer since January 2025.
July 2025
Congratulations Sajan!
Sajan successfully passed written candidacy exam.
July 2025
Congratulations Jiahao!
Jiahao has been awarded with the most prestigious University Fellowship 2025!
April 2025
Congratulations Sajan!
Sajan receives Allan MacDonald divisional award in Analytical Chemistry.
January 2025
Annual Lab Retreat
A productive and fun weekend retreat to plan upcoming research and foster collaboration.
August 2024
Congratulations Pratiksha!
Pratiksha receives first-year graduate student award.