Prof. Qinpei Wu | Applied Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Qinpei Wu | Applied Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

Professor at Beijing Institute of Technology | China

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🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Qin-Pei Wu, a distinguished professor at the Beijing Institute of Technology, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Anhui Normal University, China, and earned his PhD from King’s College London under the prestigious K.C. Wang Scholarship. With a focus on cutting-edge research, Dr. Wu’s work revolves around light harvesting, photothermal materials, and thermal energy storage. His innovations significantly enhance the absorption and photothermal efficiency of heat-storage materials, streamlining photothermal conversion and energy storage processes.

🔬 Research and Innovations

Dr. Wu’s groundbreaking research demonstrates how redox reactions and interfacial junctions can design high-performance absorbers with strong absorption across the full solar spectrum. His pioneering work introduced silicates, phosphates, and silica to harvest long-wavelength light through interfacial-junction fabrication. By leveraging heterojunctions and redox reactions, he has substantially improved photothermal and photoelectric performance, achieving a remarkable increase in free charge carrier density. These contributions have set new standards in the fields of light harvesting and energy storage technologies.

🧪 Areas of Research

Dr. Qin-Pei Wu’s diverse research interests span several critical areas of scientific innovation. He explores advanced techniques in light harvesting, focusing on the methods, mechanisms, and materials for photothermal conversion and thermal energy storage, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in energy efficiency. His expertise extends to organic synthesis and synthetic methods, where he develops innovative approaches to chemical synthesis, contributing significantly to the field of materials chemistry. Additionally, Dr. Wu specializes in molecule design and the synthesis of bioactive compounds, creating novel molecules with potential applications in medicine, energy, and materials science.

🌍 Professional Memberships

Dr. Wu’s leadership in the scientific community is underscored by his influential roles in professional organizations. He serves as the Associate Director of the National Materials and Devices Network, where he contributes to the advancement of material technologies. Additionally, he is the Associate Director of the China Energy Society, actively shaping the future of energy research and development.

Publications Top Noted📚

Exceptionally boosted absorption of silicates by interfacial junctions and direct light–heat–energy storage using Mg(OH)₂–(Co₂SiO₄–Co₃O₄)

Authors: Hao, R.-M., Ren, E.-X., Ran, W., Xu, Z.-B., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: Sustainable Materials and Technologies

Year: 2024

Strong absorption of silica over full solar spectrum boosted by interfacial junctions and light–heat–storage of Mg(OH)₂–(CrOₓ–SiO₂)

Authors: Hao, R.-M., Zhu, L., Shang, T.-F., Xu, Z.-B., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2024

Enhanced Light Absorption and Photothermal Efficiency of Silica and Silicates by Heterojunctions and Direct Photothermal Energy Storage of Mg(OH)₂–(Co₂SiO₄–SiO₂)

Authors: Hao, R.-M., Zhu, L., Zheng, S.-Y., Xu, Z.-B., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering

Year: 2024

Strong absorption of (Mn₂O₃)₃CuSiO₃ with Jahn–Teller elongation and direct photothermal storage of (Mn₂O₃)₃CuSiO₃–Mg(OH)₂

Authors: Hao, R.-M., Chang, C.-Y., Zhu, L., Ma, J., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Science

Year: 2024

Outstanding photothermal performance of metal-like CeO₂–Co₃O₄ and excellent photothermal storage of Ca(OH)₂–CeO₂–Co₃O₄

Authors: Zhu, L., Hao, R.-M., Chang, C.-Y., Liu, W.-X., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: Solar Energy

Year: 2024

Dr. Alicreance Hiyadutuje, Kinetics, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Alicreance Hiyadutuje, Kinetics, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at South African National Space Agency, South Africa

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🎓 Educational Background

My educational background includes completing primary education at the Primary School of KIREBE (1992 – 1999), followed by Ordinary Level studies at Musanze High School (2000 – 2003) and Advanced Level at APPEDI MARIE-REINE RWAZA (2004 – 2006). I earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics with Second Class Honours, Upper Division from the National University of Rwanda (NUR) (2008 – 2011). I further specialized with a Bachelor of Science Honours in Astrophysics and Space Science from the University of Cape Town (UCT) (2014), obtained a Masters in Physics from Rhodes University (RU) (2015 – 2017), and completed my PhD in Physics at the University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN) (2019 – 2022).

🔍 Projects

For my Master’s Project, titled Ionospheric Disturbances during Magnetic Storms at SANAE, I completed coursework with an aggregate of 82%. My PhD Project focused on The effects of Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances on SuperDARN near range echoes, contributing significantly to the field.

💼 Employment History

From February 2012 to February 2014, I served as a Teacher of Natural Sciences at Musanze District, where I was responsible for teaching, invigilating, and marking physics exams, leading to a significant increase in student pass rates. I then took on the role of Tutorial Assistant of Physics at the Ruhengeri Institute of Higher Education (INES) from February 2014 to February 2017, where I ensured all students passed their modules through effective lecturing and exam preparation. At Regina Pacis Secondary School (September 2017 – September 2018), I prepared courses and marked exams, resulting in a student achieving the highest score in national examinations for the first time. From January 2018 to March 2019, as an Assistant Lecturer of Physics at the University of Kibungo, I ensured quality teaching and supervised student dissertations while participating in departmental meetings. Currently, since June 2022, I am a Postdoctoral Researcher at the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), where I conduct research, co-supervise students, and publish articles while also working as a forecaster in a Space Weather center.

📜 Certificates

I have received several certificates acknowledging my professional development, including a Certificate of Presentation at the 6th Annual Scientific Research Conference on “Poverty Reduction and Development” at NUR (October 2009) and a Language Proficiency Certificate with Distinction (2009). Other notable certifications include participation in the 4th Biennial African School on Fundamental Physics and its Applications (August 2016), attendance at workshops on Assertiveness and Problem Solving (May 2019) and the SANSA Student Workshop 2019 (October 2019), as well as the Article Publishing Process workshop by Researcher Academy On Campus (Elsevier) (July 2021). More recently, I attended the 28th General Assembly of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics and presented at the COSPAR-Capacity Building Workshop-IRI (2023).

Publications Top Noted 📄

Observation of sporadic E layer altitude partially modulated by the Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances at high latitudes over Zhongshan station

Authors: Alicreance Hiyadutuje, Michael J. Kosch, John Bosco Habarulema, Xiangcai Chen, Judy A.E. Stephenson, Tshimangadzo Merline Matamba, Mpho Tshisaphungo
Journal: Journal of Atmospheric and Solar-Terrestrial Physics
Year: 2024

Simultaneous Occurrence of Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances, Farley Buneman and Gradient Drift Instabilities Observed by the Zhongshan SuperDARN HF Radar

Authors: Alicreance Hiyadutuje, John Bosco Habarulema, Michael J. Kosch, Xiangcai Chen, Judy A.E. Stephenson, Tshimangadzo Merline Matamba
Journal: Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics
Year: 2024

First Observations of E‐Region Near Range Echoes Partially Modulated by F‐Region Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances Observed by the Same SuperDARN HF Radar

Authors: Alicreance Hiyadutuje, Michael J. Kosch, Judy A.E. Stephenson
Journal: Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics
Year: 2022

Prof. Wen Jen Lin, Applied Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Wen Jen Lin, Applied Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Professor at National Taiwan University, Taiwan

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🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Wen Jen Lin is a distinguished scholar in the field of pharmacy, holding a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics from the University of Iowa, USA, and an M.S. in Pharmacokinetics from the School of Pharmacy at National Taiwan University. Dr. Lin currently serves as a Professor at the School of Pharmacy and as the Leader of the Pharmaceutical Research Group in the Drug Research Center at the College of Medicine, National Taiwan University.

🧑‍🔬 Professional Experience and Contributions

Throughout his career, Dr. Lin has made substantial contributions to both academia and the pharmaceutical industry. His roles include serving on advisory committees for Food and Drug Administration (Ministry of Health and Welfare), as a consultant for the Center for Drug Evaluation, and as an editorial board member for the Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. He has also been a reviewer for major institutions such as the Council of Agriculture and Ministry of Science and Technology.

🏆 Honors and Awards

Dr. Lin’s expertise and dedication have been widely recognized through multiple awards, including the Senior Teacher Award (2000, 2010), the Ching-Kang Foundation Young Teacher Award (2004), and the Research Award for Academic Performance from National Taiwan University, awarded across multiple years (2007-2010, 2012-2022, 2024). Notably, he was honored with the Professor Li Jhao Ren Foundation Research Scholar Award in 2017, underlining his research impact.

👥 Professional Memberships

Dr. Lin is a permanent member of various esteemed organizations, including The Pharmaceutical Society of Taiwan, Biomaterials and Controlled Release Society of Taiwan, and Taiwan Parenteral Drug Association. His recent affiliation with The Pharmaceutical Society of Japan (2024) highlights his expanding global influence.

🔬 Areas of Research

Dr. Lin’s research specialties span nanomedicine, cancer therapy, pharmacokinetics, and biomaterials, focusing on solutions to critical clinical needs. His early work developed porous polymeric microparticles for protein release, exploring “green synthesis” methods that avoid toxic catalysts. Dr. Lin’s middle-stage research synthesized amphiphilic copolymers forming micelles for drug delivery, which he adapted for targeted therapies in liver and cancer treatment. In recent studies, he addresses challenges in glioma therapy, engineering nanoparticles capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier (BBB) for targeted delivery. Additionally, his innovative oral nanoparticle platform for acid-labile drugs presents promising advancements in gastroesophageal reflux disease treatment, improving bioavailability and sustained drug release.

Publications Top Noted📝

Zein-PEG nanoparticles modified with hyaluronic acid for paclitaxel delivery in SKOV3 ovarian cancer cells

Authors: Lai, M.-H., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
Year: 2024

Improve BBB Penetration and Cytotoxicity of Palbociclib in U87-MG Glioblastoma Cells Delivered by Dual Peptide Functionalized Nanoparticles

Authors: Lo, Y.-C., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: Pharmaceutics
Year: 2023

Synergistic cytotoxicity of irinotecan combined with polysaccharide-based nanoparticles for colorectal carcinoma

Authors: Pai, F.-T., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: Biomaterials Advances
Year: 2023

Benefit of a short chain peptide as a targeting ligand of nanocarriers for a brain-driven purpose

Authors: Lo, Y.-C., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: Pharmaceutics
Year: 2021

Peptide-functionalized nanoparticles-encapsulated cyclin-dependent kinases inhibitor seliciclib in transferrin receptor overexpressed cancer cells

Authors: He, G.Z., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: Nanomaterials
Year: 2021

Dr. Ishioma Egun, Advanced Materials (Graphene, Fullerenes), Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ishioma Egun, Advanced Materials , Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Zhejiang University/ NingboTech University, China

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🎓 Education

Ishioma completed her Ph.D. in Chemical and Environmental Engineering (2023) from the University of Nottingham, while simultaneously participating in a Doctoral Training Program in New Energy Materials at the Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences. She also holds an M.Eng. (2017) and B.Eng. (2012) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

🔬Research Interests

Developing innovative conversion processes for biomass and polymeric carbon waste into functional materials with a focus on electrochemical energy storage applications, including supercapacitors, supercapattery, and batteries. Her work emphasizes creating porous materials to enhance energy storage capacity and efficiency.

👩‍🏫Teaching Experience

Ishioma has a robust teaching background, serving as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China from 2020-2022, where she taught Chemical Process Simulation using Aspen Hysys. She also taught Further Foundational Mechanics and Critical Thinking in academic contexts. In addition, she was a Visiting Lecturer at the NLNG Center for Gas, Refining, and Petrochemicals at the University of Port Harcourt, where she specialized in process simulation for petrochemical applications.

🏅Awards

In recognition of her academic excellence, Ishioma was awarded the Ningbo Government Scholarship for International Ph.D. Students in 2022, a testament to her achievements and dedication.

📜Patents

Ishioma is a co-inventor of the patent CN114084884B, which focuses on molten base carbonisation and activation of biomass using bamboo shoots and radish to produce porous carbon, highlighting her contribution to sustainable material development.

🎤Presentations and Posters

Ishioma has delivered several oral presentations at international conferences, notably on the topic of biomass carbonisation for energy storage. These include presentations at the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Molten Salts and Ionic Liquids Discussion Group (RSC UK) and UNNC PGR Conferences. Her poster presentations, such as the Best Poster Award at the 2022 UNNC PGR Research Poster Event, demonstrate her significant contributions to the field.

📚Professional Affiliations and Certifications

Ishioma is a registered engineer with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) and holds membership in several prestigious organizations, including the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Association of Professional Women in Engineering Nigeria (APWEN), and the Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers (NSChE). She is also a Graduate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), reflecting her broad professional network and commitment to engineering and management.

Publications Top Noted📑

Conversion of high moisture biomass to hierarchical porous carbon via molten base carbonisation and activation for electrochemical double layer capacitor

Authors: Egun, I.L., Akinwolemiwa, B., Yin, B., Chen, G.Z., Hu, D.
Journal: Bioresource Technology
Year: 2024

Turning waste tyres into carbon electrodes for batteries: Exploring conversion methods, material traits, and performance factors

Authors: Egun, I.L., Liu, Z., Zheng, Y., Wang, Y., Chen, Z.
Journal: Carbon Energy
Year: 2024

 Extraction of bioethanol from fermentation broth and valorization of the vinasse for biogas production

Authors: Undiandeye, J., Nwabanne, J., Egun, I., Kiman, S., Odekanle, E.L.
Journal: Biofuels
Year: 2024

Strengthening synergistic effects between hard carbon and soft carbon enabled by connecting precursors at molecular level towards high-performance potassium ion batteries

Authors: Xu, H., Cheng, B., Du, Q., Yin, B., He, H.
Journal: Nano Research
Year: 2023

 Nano-Silicon@Exfoliated Graphite/Pyrolytic Polyaniline Composite of a High-Performance Cathode for Lithium Storage

Authors: Wu, Q., Zhu, Y., Duan, H., Egun, I.L., He, H.
Journal: Materials
Year: 2023

Reduction of CO2 Emission from Crude Oil Refining Process using Aspen Hysys Energy Analyser towards Environmental Sustainability

Authors: Egun, I.L., Hu, B., Mordi, C.U., Otaraku, I.J.
Journal: Energy Proceedings
Year: 2023