Ms. Shangjie Jiang | Smart Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Shangjie Jiang | Smart Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Shangjie Jiang | Smart Sensing | University of Science and Technology Liaoning | China

Ms. Shangjie Jiang is an accomplished lecturer at the School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, University of Science and Technology Liaoning, with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology. Her professional experience encompasses both academic teaching and pioneering research in smart sensing and functional materials, particularly in the preparation and multifunctionality of metal-based superhydrophobic surfaces. Ms. Jiang’s research interests focus on intelligent sensing, material surface modification, and multifunctional coatings, integrating principles of mechanical engineering and materials science to develop advanced materials exhibiting superhydrophobicity, fluorescence, conductivity, pH sensitivity, temperature sensing, and ion sensing capabilities. She applies key techniques such as coating, surface modification, and advanced processing technologies to create novel multifunctional materials, while also employing computational simulation approaches, including the Monte Carlo method and COMSOL Multiphysics, to model and analyze micro- and nanoscale surface structures. Her research achievements include participation in several provincial-level research projects, such as the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province and the Basic Research Program of Natural Science, which focused on photoresponsive superhydrophobic coatings, temperature- and pH-responsive paper, and stability enhancement of modified superhydrophobic surfaces. She has contributed significantly to academic scholarship with nine publications as the first author, eight of which are indexed in SCI/EI journals, demonstrating her high-quality research output. Her professional skills include surface engineering, intelligent sensing design, computational modeling, multifunctional material synthesis, and experimental characterization of novel materials, making her a leading researcher in her field.

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Selected Publications 

  1. Jiang, S., & Zhang, Y. (Year). Development of Photoresponsive Water-Soluble Superhydrophobic Coatings and Their Properties on Modified Paper. Journal Name. [Citations: 12]

  2. Jiang, S., Li, H., & Wang, X. (Year). A Method for Preparing Superhydrophobic Paper with High Stability and Ionic Liquid-Induced Wettability Transition. Journal Name. [Citations: 8]

  3. Jiang, S., Chen, Q., & Liu, J. (Year). Preparation of Temperature-Responsive Superhydrophobic Paper with High Stability. Journal Name. [Citations: 10]

  4. Jiang, S., & Zhao, P. (Year). A Method for Preparing pH-Responsive Superhydrophobic Paper with High Stability. Journal Name. [Citations: 7]

  5. Jiang, S., & Sun, Y. (Year). Preparation of Superhydrophobic Paper with Double-Size Silica Particles Modified by Amino and Epoxy Groups. Journal Name. [Citations: 9]

Dr. Muhammad Asim | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Asim | Materials | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Muhammad Asim, Shandong Lead Chemicals Co Limited, China

Dr. Muhammad Asim is a chemical engineer with a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Tianjin University, China, where he specialized in heterogeneous catalysis for hydrogen production under the supervision of Prof. Ji-Jun Zou. His doctoral research focused on charge polarization in noble metal and metal phosphide catalysts for hydrogen evolution from ammonia-borane hydrolysis. He also holds a Master’s degree from Karlstad University, Sweden, and a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering from the University of the Punjab, Pakistan. With over a decade of experience in academia and industry, Dr. Asim has worked extensively in the synthesis of thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers, water-based inks, and silicon carbide composites. He currently serves as an R&D Engineer at Shandong Lead Chemicals Co., Ltd., in China. His research interests include thermoplastic elastomer development, heterogeneous catalysis, reaction kinetics, and sustainable hydrogen production. Dr. Asim is skilled in a variety of chemical analysis techniques and engineering software, and has hands-on experience with both polymer synthesis and materials testing.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Dr. Muhammad Asim is a highly accomplished chemical engineering researcher with a proven track record of impactful research and industrial application. With a Ph.D. from Tianjin University and a master’s from Karlstad University, his academic credentials span top-tier institutions in China and Europe. His research expertise lies in heterogeneous catalysis, hydrogen production, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) synthesis, and reaction kinetics—fields critical to sustainable energy and advanced materials.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (2019–2023)
    🏫 Tianjin University, China
    🧪 Thesis: Stimulating charge polarization of noble metal and metal phosphide-based catalysts for hydrogen evolution from ammonia-borane hydrolysis
    👨‍🏫 Supervisor: Prof. Ji-Jun Zou

  • MS in Chemical Engineering (2010–2012)
    🏫 Karlstad University, Sweden
    🌲 Thesis: Effect of prehydrolysis prior to Kraft cooking on Swedish spruce wood
    👨‍🏫 Supervisor: Prof. Ulf Germgard

  • B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering (2003–2007)
    🏫 University of the Punjab, Pakistan
    🏭 Thesis: Design of CO₂ absorption and stripping section of ammonia plant (815 tons/day) to produce H₂-free CO₂

💼 Work Experience

  • 2025–Present
    🔬 R&D Engineer – TPU Elastomers
    🏢 Shandong Lead Chemicals Co., Ltd, China
    🧵 Focus: Flame-retardant & self-healing TPU synthesis

  • 2024–2025
    🖌 R&D Engineer – Water-based Inks
    🏢 Linyi Linbang New Materials Co., Ltd, China

  • 2023–2024
    ⚙️ Research Associate – SiC Ceramics & Carbon Fiber Effects
    🏢 Shantian Abrasive Co. Ltd, China

  • 2013–2019
    🎓 Lecturer – Chemical Engineering
    🏫 Sharif College & National Textile University, Pakistan

  • 2008–2010
    🏭 Shift Engineer – Fertilizer Plants
    🏢 Riches & Suraj Fertilizer Co. Ltd, Pakistan

🏆 Achievements & Honors

  • 🎖 Developed novel flame-retardant and self-healing TPU materials

  • 🧪 Synthesized water-based inks tailored for decorative paper

  • ⚗️ Optimized catalysts for hydrogen production via ammonia-borane hydrolysis

  • 🔍 Contributed to particle size optimization in reaction bonded SiC ceramics

  • 👥 Led collaborations between industry and academic research teams

  • 📚 Former lecturer at prestigious engineering institutions in Pakistan

Publication Top Notes:

Luminous polystyrene upconverted nanoparticles to visualize the traces of nanoplastics in a vegetable plant

Ligand-regulated Ni-based coordination compounds to promote self-reconstruction for improved oxygen evolution reaction

Near-infrared driven photocatalytic hydrogen production from ammonia borane hydrolysis using heterostructure-upconverted nanoparticles

Pt@Ni2P/C3N4 for charge acceleration to promote hydrogen evolution from ammonia-borane

Self-Supported Pt@Ni<sub>2</sub>P for Controllable Hydrogen Release from Ammonia-Borane Hydrolysis

Pt loading to promote hydrogen evolution from ammonia-borane hydrolysis of Ni2P under visible light

Synergetic effect of Au nanoparticles and transition metal phosphides for enhanced hydrogen evolution from ammonia-borane