Wu is Changjiang distinguished Professor of Ministry of Education. In recent years, Wu published more than 150 academic papers in international mainstream journals, which were cited more than 26,000 times, h-index 74. In 2020-2024, Wu was selected as Highly Cited Researcher of Clarivate Analytics.

Rational design of single-atom and cluster catalysts and exploration of their industrial applications.

To synthesize atomic-level dispersed metal catalytic materials, assemble and test them on electrochemical devices, including fuel cells, water electrolysis, carbon dioxide reduction, ammonia synthesis.

It is supposed to have basic knowledge of chemistry and material science, and primary degree of experimental skills and safety knowledge training.