Prof. Shengbo Zhang | Catalysis Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Shengbo Zhang | Catalysis Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Shengbo Zhang, Tianjin University, China

Shengbo Zhang is a distinguished professor in the School of Environment at Tianjin University and a renowned scholar from Peiyang. His research focuses on catalytic recycling and resource utilization of waste plastics, artificial photosynthesis, and hydrogen energy development. With groundbreaking contributions in these fields, he has authored over 50 publications as the first or corresponding author in prestigious journals such as Nature Sustainability, Journal of the American Chemical Society, ACS Catalysis, ACS Nano, and Applied Catalysis B: Environmental. He serves as a young editorial board member for several high-impact journals, including Advanced Fiber Materials (IF=17.2), Journal of Materials Science & Technology (IF=11.2), eScience (IF=42.9), Green Carbon, and Advanced Powder Materials (IF=28.6). Additionally, he is an active reviewer for esteemed journals like Nature Sustainability, Nature Communications, ACS Catalysis, and Journal of the American Chemical Society Au. His pioneering work continues to drive innovation in sustainable energy and environmental science.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Shengbo Zhang

Shengbo Zhang is an outstanding researcher in the fields of catalytic recycling, artificial photosynthesis, and hydrogen energy utilization. His impactful contributions are evident through his extensive publication record, including over 50 high-impact journal articles in prestigious venues such as Nature Sustainability, JACS, ACS Nano, ACS Catalysis, and AIChE Journal. His recent works on photocatalytic upgrading of plastic waste and electrocatalytic CO2 reduction further highlight his commitment to addressing global environmental challenges.

🎓 Education:

  • Peiyang University (Tianjin University) – [Degree details not provided]

💼 Work Experience:

  • Distinguished Professor at School of Environment, Tianjin University 🌱🏛️

  • Young Editorial Board Member of:

    • Advanced Fiber Materials (SCI, IF = 17.2) 📖
    • Journal of Materials Science & Technology (SCI, IF = 11.2) 🏅
    • eScience (SCI, IF = 42.9) 🔬
    • Green Carbon and Advanced Powder Materials (IF = 28.6) 🌍

  • Reviewer for prestigious journals:

    • Nature Sustainability 🌱
    • Nature Communications 🔗
    • ACS Catalysis ⚗️
    • Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS Au) 📘
    • Advanced Functional Materials (AFM) 🏆

🏆 Achievements & Contributions:

  • Research Focus:

    • Catalytic recycling and resource utilization of waste plastics 🔄♻️
    • Artificial photosynthesis for energy conversion ☀️💡
    • Hydrogen energy development for sustainable applications ⚡🔋

  • Publications:

    • Authored over 50 research papers as the first or corresponding author ✍️📜
    • Published in high-impact journals like:
      • Nature Sustainability
      • Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS)
      • AIChE Journal
      • ACS Catalysis
      • ACS Nano
      • Chemical Science
      • Applied Catalysis B-Environment

🏅 Awards & Honors:

  • Recognized as a Talented Scholar from Peiyang 🎓🏛️
  • Distinguished Professor at Tianjin University 🌍🏅
  • Active contributor to leading journals in catalysis, materials science, and sustainability 🔬📖

Publication Top Notes:

Boosted hydrodeoxygenation of lignin and its derivatives to cycloalkanes over Ni catalysts with surface decoration of AlPO4 species

Photocatalytic Upgrading of Plastic Waste into High-Value-Added Chemicals and Fuels: Advances and Perspectives

Advances and Challenges for Catalytic Recycling and Upgrading of Real-World Mixed Plastic Waste

Photoreforming of waste plastic by B-doped carbon nitride nanotube: Atomic-level modulation and mechanism insights

 

Dr. Simona Nica | Organic Chemistry Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Simona Nica | Organic Chemistry Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Simona Nica, Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Romania

Simona Nica, is a distinguished researcher in the field of organic and supramolecular chemistry, currently serving as the Scientific Secretary at the “C. D. Nenitzescu” Institute of Organic and Supramolecular Chemistry in Romania. She holds a Ph.D. from Siegen University and Friedrich-Schiller University Jena, Germany, where she specialized in organic chemistry. Simona completed her Master’s degree at the University of Bucharest and has accumulated extensive experience in both academia and research. Her previous roles include Senior Researcher at the Romanian Academy and Associate Lecturer at the University Politehnica of Bucharest. With a strong background in project management, she is currently leading significant research projects funded under the PNRR framework, focusing on advanced materials and cellular metabolism. Simona is committed to advancing scientific knowledge and innovation in her field, demonstrated through her active participation in various research initiatives and collaborations.

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Suitability of Simona Nica for the Best Researcher Award

Candidate Overview: Simona Nica is a highly qualified researcher with a robust academic background and extensive experience in organic and supramolecular chemistry. Her commitment to advancing research and her leadership in significant projects make her a suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

  • 2010 – 2013: Postdoctoral Fellowship, Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Iasi, Romania
  • 2001 – 2005: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Siegen University and Friedrich-Schiller University, Jena, Germany (Dr. rer. nat.)
  • 1991 – 2001: Master of Science in Organic Chemistry, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Chemistry
  • 1995 – 1999: Bachelor of Science, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Chemistry

💼 Work Experience

  • 2022 – Present: Scientific Secretary, „C. D. Nenitzescu” Institute of Organic and Supramolecular Chemistry, Romania
  • 2018 – 2022: Senior Researcher II, Romanian Academy, “C. D. Nenitzescu” Center of Organic Chemistry
  • 2006 – 2018: Senior Researcher III, Romanian Academy, “C. D. Nenitzescu” Center of Organic Chemistry
  • 2016: Associate Lecturer, University Politechnica of Bucharest, Faculty of Applied Chemistry and Materials Science
  • 2010 – 2013: Postdoctoral Researcher, Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Iasi, Romania
  • 2005 – 2006: Postdoctoral Researcher, Friedrich-Schiller University, Jena, Germany
  • 2002 – 2005: Ph.D. Researcher, Friedrich-Schiller University, Jena, Germany
  • 2001 – 2002: Ph.D. Researcher, Siegen University, Germany
  • 2000 – 2001: Chemist, Research and Development Department, Biofarm S.A. (pharmaceutical company)

🏆 Achievements, Awards, and Honors

  • 2023: Project Manager for “Magnetic resonance methods to assess cellular metabolism and the formation of reactive oxygen species in the context of therapeutic approaches” funded by PNRR
  • 2023: Key Person for “High performance chiral materials for circularly polarized luminescence (CPL) and chirality induced spin selectivity (CISS) (CRUNCHINESS)” funded by PNRR

Publication Top Notes:

Halogen bonded supramolecular assemblies constructed from azulene derivatives and perfluorinated di-/triiodobenzenes

Second order nonlinear optical properties of poled films containing azobenzenes tailored with azulen-1-yl-pyridine

Design, Synthesis, and Biological Evaluation of New Azulene-Containing Chalcones

An original 3D coordination polymer constructed from trinuclear nodes and tetracarboxylato spacers

Hydrazone‐Based Ligand with Pyrrolidine Donor and Its Molybdenum(VI) Complex: Synthesis, Structure, and Reactivity

Assist. Prof. Dr. Wei-Guo Jia | Metal Carbonyls Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Wei-Guo Jia, Anhui Normal University, China

Wei-Guo Jia, is an accomplished Associate Professor at the College of Chemistry and Materials Science at Anhui Normal University. He earned his Ph.D. in chemistry from Fudan University in 2009 under the supervision of Prof. Guo-Xin Jin. With a robust research focus on transition metal complexes, half-sandwich functional complexes, and carbene chemistry, he has made significant contributions to the field. Notable achievements include the solid synthesis of half-sandwich functional complexes, enhancing their functionalities, and developing innovative strategies to access cyclometalated platinum(II) N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) complexes. Wei-Guo is an active member of the Chinese Chemical Society and has published extensively in reputable journals, demonstrating his commitment to advancing chemical research.

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Summary of Suitability:

Wei-Guo Jia’s innovative research, consistent publication record, and dedication to sustainable chemistry position him as a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work significantly impacts both theoretical chemistry and its practical applications, making him an exemplary figure in his field.

Education 📚

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry (2009): Fudan University, China, under the supervision of Prof. Guo-Xin Jin.
  • Specialization: Transition metal complexes, half-sandwich functional complexes, and carbene chemistry.

Work Experience 👨‍🏫

  • Associate Professor (Current): College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Anhui Normal University.
    • Focused on the design, synthesis, and application of half-sandwich metal complexes and ruthenium complexes for photocatalysis.

Achievements 🏆

  1. Research Publications:
    • Published 5 research articles in high-impact journals (SCI, Scopus).
  2. Innovative Contributions:
    • Developed solid synthesis methods for half-sandwich functional complexes, enhancing their functionality.
    • Introduced a novel strategy for cyclometalated platinum(II) N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) complexes.
  3. Collaborations:
    • Collaborated with notable researchers like Richmond Lee.

Awards and Honors 🌟

  • Professional Membership: Member of the Chinese Chemical Society.
  • Recognized for contributions in ruthenium complex photocatalysis and transition metal complex design.

Publication Top Notes:

New Route to Cycloplatinated N‐Heterocyclic Carbene Complexes via Iodide Assisted C‐H Activation and Proton Transfer

Recyclable N-Heterocyclic Carbene Porous Coordination Polymers with Two Distinct Metal Sites for Transformation of CO2 to Cyclic Carbonates
Mechanochemical synthesis of half‐sandwich iridium/rhodium complexes with 8‐hydroxyquinoline derivatives ligands

Postsynthetic Modification of Half-Sandwich Ruthenium Complexes by Mechanochemical Synthesis

Synthesis, characterization, and catalytic activity of half‐sandwich ruthenium complexes with pyridine/phenylene bridged NHC = E (NHC = N‐heterocyclic carbene, E = S, Se) ligands

Mrs.Huilan Liu | Defect identification | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs.Huilan Liu, North China Electric Power University, China

Huilan Liu is a senior engineer at the Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Power Transmission Equipment Security Defense, affiliated with North China Electric Power University (NCEPU), where she began her career as an assistant engineer in 2014. She earned her M.S. in Power System and Automation from NCEPU, Hebei, in 2014 and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at NCEPU in Beijing. With a strong focus on the monitoring, diagnosis, and signal processing of electrical equipment, Huilan has contributed to multiple advanced research projects, developing innovative methods for identifying faults in high-voltage circuit breakers. Huilan Liu is the corresponding author for numerous peer-reviewed papers and maintains an active role in shaping the future of electrical engineering diagnostics.

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Summary of Suitability for the Award

Based on the profile and accomplishments of Huilan Liu, she appears to be a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Here’s a summary of her qualifications and contributions, along with a conclusion regarding her candidacy for the award.

🎓Education 

Huilan Liu received her Master of Science degree in Power System and Automation from North China Electric Power University, Hebei, China, in 2014. Currently, she is pursuing her Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from the same prestigious institution, located in Beijing. Her academic journey has been focused on power systems, with an emphasis on condition monitoring, diagnostics, and automation for electrical equipment. During her graduate studies, she honed her expertise in signal processing and analysis, particularly in the context of high-voltage systems. Her Ph.D. research involves advanced methods of fault detection for power transmission equipment, employing cutting-edge algorithms and innovative monitoring techniques. Huilan’s academic achievements have been consistently accompanied by rigorous research, which has significantly impacted the understanding of electrical equipment fault diagnostics and condition monitoring in the field of electrical engineering.

 💼  Experience 

Huilan Liu started her professional career in 2014 as an assistant engineer at the Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Power Transmission Equipment Security Defense at North China Electric Power University (NCEPU). After two years in this role, she advanced to the position of senior engineer, where she currently leads research initiatives focused on the fault diagnosis and monitoring of high-voltage circuit breakers. Her extensive experience includes the development of diagnostic algorithms and methods for analyzing electrical signals, with a particular focus on vibration and current signals in circuit breakers. In her senior engineering role, Huilan has also been instrumental in integrating advanced signal processing techniques into practical applications for condition monitoring. Her work contributes to the safety and reliability of power transmission systems and supports the broader field of electrical power engineering.

 🏅 Awards and Honors 

Huilan Liu has received numerous recognitions for her groundbreaking research and contributions to the field of electrical engineering. As a senior engineer at North China Electric Power University, she has been honored with several institutional awards for her research on condition monitoring and fault diagnostics of high-voltage circuit breakers. Her work on innovative methods for diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults has also earned her accolades in various technical conferences and journals, solidifying her reputation as a leading researcher in her field. In addition, Huilan has received commendations for her academic contributions, including the development of advanced diagnostic techniques for power transmission equipment. Her publications in high-impact journals and participation in international conferences have further cemented her standing as an expert in electrical power systems and automation.

 🌍   Research Focus 

Huilan Liu’s research focuses on condition monitoring and diagnosis for electrical equipment, particularly high-voltage circuit breakers. She specializes in signal processing and analysis, developing innovative methods to detect and classify mechanical and electrical faults in circuit breakers. Her work integrates vibration signals, current signals, and advanced algorithms to monitor the health of critical power transmission equipment. Through techniques like time-reference-distance analysis, shape entropy algorithms, and recurrence quantitative analysis, Huilan contributes to improving the reliability and safety of power systems. Her research aims to develop fault identification methods that can be implemented in real-world power systems, helping prevent equipment failure and improve the efficiency of power transmission networks. Huilan’s work has a significant impact on the electrical engineering field, particularly in the areas of power system diagnostics and automation.

📖 Publication Top Notes

Circuit Breaker Operating State Identification Method Based on Optimized Vibration Signal Chaotic Attractor Characteristics by Action Sequence
Circuit Breaker State Identification Method Based on Tracing Spring Deformation Process and Recurrence Quantitative Analysis of Vibration Signals
Review of Research on Contact Ablation and Electrical Life Assessment of High-voltage Circuit Breakers
Design and Analysis of a New Feature Optimization Method for Circuit Breakers Defect Identification
Energy Storage State Identification Method of High-voltage Circuit Breaker Based on Multi-domain Feature Combination of Vibration and Current Signals

Prof.Ling-Bao Xing | Gas Sensors | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ling-Bao Xing | Gas Sensors | Best Researcher Award

Prof Ling-Bao Xing, Shandong University of Technology, China

Ling-Bao Xing, Ph.D., is an esteemed professor at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University of Technology, China. With extensive expertise in supramolecular photochemistry and organic frameworks, Dr. Xing has contributed significantly to research in light-harvesting, self-assembly, and energy transfer systems. He has established himself as a leading figure in the field of photocatalysis, focusing on supramolecular polymers and their applications. As a prolific researcher, Dr. Xing has published numerous papers in prestigious journals, reflecting his deep commitment to advancing renewable energy integration through cutting-edge chemistry.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Ling-Bao Xing

Dr. Ling-Bao Xing, a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Shandong University of Technology, is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award based on his significant research contributions. His work primarily focuses on supramolecular photochemistry, self-assembly, polymers, organic frameworks, photocatalysis, and energy transfer all advanced and impactful areas in chemical research.

🎓 Education 

Ling-Bao Xing earned his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Shandong University of Technology, China. His academic journey is marked by a strong foundation in chemistry and chemical engineering, focusing on supramolecular systems and their applications in energy transfer and photocatalysis. Dr. Xing’s educational background also includes an extensive study of self-assembling materials and supramolecular polymers. His thesis explored innovative methodologies in light-harvesting and organic frameworks, positioning him at the forefront of renewable energy research. This academic excellence laid the groundwork for his later accomplishments in the fields of chemistry and energy sciences.

💼 Experience 

Dr. Ling-Bao Xing has built a remarkable career as a researcher and professor at Shandong University of Technology. He has accumulated extensive experience in supramolecular photochemistry, self-assembly, and photocatalysis. His pioneering work on supramolecular organic frameworks and light-harvesting materials has earned him accolades in the academic community. Over the years, Dr. Xing has led multiple national-level research projects and has contributed as the principal investigator in high-impact journals. In addition to his research roles, he is an active mentor to young scholars, fostering innovation in renewable energy integration through supramolecular chemistry.

🏅Awards and Honors 

Dr. Ling-Bao Xing has received numerous awards for his outstanding contributions to supramolecular chemistry and renewable energy integration. Among his many accolades are prestigious national research grants from the Ministry of Science and Technology, China. He has been recognized for his work in photocatalysis, earning international acclaim in journals like ACS Catalysis and ChemSusChem. His impactful research on light-harvesting and energy transfer has also led to several innovation awards. Additionally, Dr. Xing has been invited to present at renowned conferences, reflecting his growing influence in the field of sustainable energy solutions.

 🌍 Research Focus

Dr. Ling-Bao Xing’s research focuses on supramolecular photochemistry, self-assembly, and renewable energy integration. His primary interest lies in developing supramolecular polymers and organic frameworks to enhance energy transfer and light-harvesting processes. By employing cutting-edge photocatalysis techniques, Dr. Xing aims to create sustainable solutions for energy generation and storage. His work on supramolecular systems provides innovative insights into how light energy can be efficiently harnessed and converted into renewable power sources, positioning him as a leader in the global effort toward greener energy technologies.

📖 Publications Top Notes

Tunable multicolor supramolecular assemblies based on phosphorescence cascade energy transfer for photocatalytic organic conversion and anti-counterfeiting
Construction of pyrene-based hydrogen-bonded organic frameworks as photocatalysts for photooxidation of styrene in water
Perylene-Diimide-Based Supramolecular Radical Anion as a Platform for Highly Effective Photoreduction of Inert Sulfoxide to Sulfide
A Highly Efficient Supramolecular Polymer-Based Singlet Oxygen Generator for Photocatalytic Minisci Alkylation
A Hydrogen-Bonded Organic Framework Based on Triphenylamine for Photocatalytic Silane Hydroxylation