On December 8, 2025, the Weixuan Nie Laboratory was honored to invite Dr. Xia Xinghua, Professor at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering of Nanjing University and Academic Leader of the National Key Laboratory of Life Analytical Chemistry, to visit Westlake University. He delivered an outstanding academic lecture titled "Plasmon-Enhanced Infrared Spectroelectrochemistry." Professor Xia provided a clear and insightful explanation of how to leverage localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) properties to construct high-performance spectroelectrochemical platforms, overcoming the limitations of traditional infrared spectroscopy in sensitivity and spatial resolution. This enables highly sensitive and high-resolution monitoring of molecular interfacial processes and reaction mechanisms. He also shared his team's recent innovative achievements, including the development of plasmon-based surface-enhanced infrared spectroscopy platforms, advancements in nanoscale infrared imaging technology, and exploration of mechanisms involving thermal charge participation in electrochemical reactions.

Professor Xia has long been dedicated to research in photoelectric biosensing, plasmon-enhanced spectroelectrochemistry, and micro/nanofluidic biochemical analysis. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry and as an editorial board member for several other internationally renowned journals, with a prolific record of accomplishments. The lecture was met with an enthusiastic atmosphere, and Professor Xia engaged in in-depth interactions and exchanges with faculty and students, offering fresh perspectives and insights for research in related fields.

After the lecture, Professor Xia continued his in-depth discussions with faculty and students on the second floor of the Nie Weixuan Laboratory. He attentively listened to research progress reports from doctoral students and provided valuable professional advice on experimental design, methodology, and data analysis. His keen academic insight and rigorous scholarly approach greatly benefited all attendees.

Subsequently, Professor Xia joined the students for lunch in a relaxed and congenial setting. He not only shared his research experiences and academic career insights but also imparted heartfelt advice to young scholars: "First: Integrity, Second: Critical Thinking, Third: Perseverance." These sincere words deeply resonated with every student present and reflected Professor Xia's comprehensive commitment to nurturing the growth of young researchers.