RESEARCH 01
Oral Delivery Systems
Developing PLGA-based delivery systems that protect vaccines and immunostimulants during digestive transit and deliver them to immune-responsive sites.
Welcome, Iām Yu Liu.
I am a Ph.D. student in the Department of Biological Systems Engineering at Virginia Tech, and a member of both the Sustainable & Intelligent Seafood Bioprocessing Laboratory and the Biopolymer Engineering Laboratory.
My research integrates food science, aquaculture, and biomaterials to address challenges in aquatic animal health, seafood quality, and sustainable food preservation.
What I Am Working On š§āš¬
RESEARCH 02
Passive Cooling Materials
Developing bio-based materials that provide electricity-free temperature reduction for sustainable food preservation and cold-chain management.
Beyond the Laboratory šāāļøāā”ļø
Outside the lab, I enjoy traveling, hiking, photography, and watching movies. I especially enjoy exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and capturing landscapes and everyday moments through photography.
These activities give me opportunities to unwind, discover new perspectives, and appreciate the world beyond my research. They also help me stay curious, creative, and open to new experiences, both in my personal life and scientific work.
Travel Hiking Photography Movies Music Baking