Dr. Z’hen’yan Xia – Physical Chemistry- Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Z’hen’yan Xia – Physical Chemistry- Best Researcher Award

Tianjin University – China

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🏆 Academic Achievements

Dr. Xia has served as the Principal Investigator (PI) for multiple projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation, reflecting his leadership in cutting-edge research. His work has been published in prestigious scientific journals, including Physics of Fluids, Computational Materials Science, and Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, showcasing his contributions to the field.

🌀 Areas of Expertise

Dr. Z’hen’yan Xia specializes in Fluid Mechanics, Molecular Dynamics, Physical Analytical Chemistry, and Advanced Materials. His work combines both theoretical research and engineering applications, pushing the boundaries of fluid flow control and molecular interactions at macro and nanoscale levels.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Xia’s research focuses on two primary areas. The first is turbulent flow control and fluid instability, where he conducts theoretical research and engineering applications aimed at improving fluid flow efficiency in various engineering systems. His second area of focus is the molecular dynamics of fluid-micronano structures, where he explores the fundamental interactions between fluids and micronano surfaces, optimizing fluid behavior at microscopic levels.

🚀 Research Innovations

Reducing the contact time between liquid droplets and solid surfaces is a crucial challenge in many engineering applications. While extensive studies have been conducted on droplet impact mechanisms, there is still a lack of systematic research on nanodroplet behavior on superhydrophobic surfaces with square ridges. Dr. Xia’s research addresses this gap by investigating nanodroplet interactions on both superhydrophobic planes and structured surfaces. His findings reveal that when nanodroplets impact a superhydrophobic plane, the droplet contraction time determines the total contact time. However, when nanodroplets impact superhydrophobic surfaces with square ridges, the critical factor influencing contact time is the detachment time as the droplet lifts off. Additionally, his research highlights that nanodroplets exhibit stronger adhesion to solid surfaces compared to larger droplets and are also more resistant to deformation and splitting, a characteristic not commonly observed in macroscopic droplets. Dr. Xia introduces the critical rebound Weber number (We) to evaluate how square ridges enhance droplet rebound performance. His study demonstrates that a moderate increase in ridge height helps in reducing contact time, while narrower ridges are more effective in minimizing contact duration and facilitating droplet splitting.

Notable Publications📄

📄An analysis of the contact time of nanodroplets impacting superhydrophobic surfaces with square ridges
  • Authors: HuaiYing Shi, XuanQiang Hou, HaiJue Xu, YuChuan Bai, ZhenYan Xia

  • Journal: Computational Materials Science

  • Year: 2024
📄Experimental investigation of the impact of viscous droplets on superamphiphobic surfaces
  • Authors: Yaolin Tai, Haijue Xu, Yuchuan Bai, Linan Li, Shibin Wang, Zhenyan Xia

  • Journal: Physics of Fluids

  • Year: 2022
📄Research on the contact time of a bouncing microdroplet with lattice Boltzmann method
  • Authors: Yaolin Tai, Yang Zhao, Xinyu Guo, Linan Li, Shibin Wang, Zhenyan Xia

  • Journal: Physics of Fluids

  • Year: 2021

Prof. Wenye Deng | Lithium battery recycling | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Wenye Deng | Lithium battery recycling | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Xinjiang Institute of Engineering, China

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🎓Educational Background 

Wenye Deng completed his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry at Lanzhou University in 2007 through a Direct Ph.D. Program, after obtaining his B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry from the same university in 2002. His academic journey laid the foundation for his expertise in the field of physical chemistry, which he has built upon throughout his professional career.

💼Professional Experience 

Professor Deng has accumulated extensive experience in both academic and research positions. He currently serves as a Professor/Researcher at the Xinjiang Institute of Engineering since June 2022. Prior to this, he worked as a Researcher and Deputy Director at the Xinjiang Environmental Protection Science Research Institute from 2013 to 2022. His earlier work includes serving as an Associate Researcher at the Xinjiang Institute of Physics and Chemistry (CAS) and as an Assistant Researcher/Associate Researcher at the China Academy of Engineering Physics from 2008 to 2011. He also gained international experience as a Visiting Scholar at Louisiana State University (LSU) in 2017-2018, further enhancing his global research perspective.

🏅Honors and Positions 

Professor Deng has received significant recognition for his contributions to science and technology. In 2022, he was awarded the Second Prize of Xinjiang Science and Technology Progress Award (fourth). He was also named a member of the Xinjiang “Tianshan Elite – Young Top Talent Program” in 2023, and received the Xinjiang Outstanding Young Scientist Fund in the same year. His other honors include the Xinjiang “Outstanding Young Scientific and Technological Talent” Training Project in 2018, the Xinjiang “Young Doctoral Science and Technology Talent Training Project” in 2013, and being a part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences “Western Light” Talent Training Plan in 2012.

In addition to these honors, Professor Deng holds leadership roles such as being a Committee Member of the Xinjiang Carbon Measurement Technology Committee (2023-2027) and serving as an Environmental Damage Judicial Appraiser from 2023 to 2028. He has also served as an Expert Consultant for the Xinjiang People’s Procuratorate and a National Environmental Public Welfare Litigation Technical Expert from 2021 to 2023.

🔬Research Projects

Professor Deng has been deeply involved in a variety of influential research projects, both nationally and regionally. These projects include the National Natural Science Foundation of China – Young Scientists Fund (2014-2016), and the National Natural Science Foundation of China – Regional Science Fund (2015-2018). He has also worked on the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Youth Fund (2013-2015) and led the Energy Conservation and Carbon Reduction Research Project of Xinjiang in 2024. His work continues to shape important research initiatives aimed at environmental protection and sustainable development.

Publications Top Noted📝

Enhanced temperature range and stability in LaAlO3 NTC ceramics through Ce-Nb codoping

Authors: Xue, Y., Deng, W., Li, J., Zhang, H., Xie, Y.

Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds

Year: 2025

Microstructural and electrical properties of La0.9B0.1AlO3 (B=Pr, Nd, Sm) ceramics obtained by rare-earth ion doping

Authors: Li, J., Deng, W., Xue, Y., Chang, A., Xie, Y.

Journal: Ceramics International

Year: 2024

Ba7Nb4−xCexMoO20: structural and electrical property studies of a novel NTC thermal ceramic

Authors: Li, J., Deng, W., Xue, Y., Chang, A., Xie, Y.

Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry C

Year: 2024

A novel LaAl1-xNbxO3 NTC ceramic with excellent stability for high-temperature thermistor

Authors: Xue, Y., Deng, W., Liu, Y., Zhang, H., Xie, Y.

Journal: Ceramics International

Year: 2023

Vacancy defects reducing the accuracy and reliability of NTC sensors

Authors: Liu, Y., Deng, W., Zhao, P., Chang, A., Xie, Y.

Journal: Ceramics International

Year: 2023

Prof. Jiliang Ma | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jiliang Ma | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Dalian Polytechnic University | China

Jiliang Ma, an Associate Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at Dalian Polytechnic University, has made significant contributions to the field of biomass science and photocatalysis. With a PhD in Biomass Science and Engineering from South China University of Technology (SCUT), Jiliang Ma has built a distinguished academic and professional career, serving on several editorial boards and holding memberships in prestigious scientific societies.

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📚Academic and Professional Background

Jiliang Ma, an Associate Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at Dalian Polytechnic University, holds a Ph.D. in Biomass Science and Engineering from the South China University of Technology (SCUT). Renowned for his expertise, he serves as the Lead Guest Editor for Advanced Powder Materials in the area of Paper and Biomaterials. His professional affiliations include memberships in the Chemical Industry and Engineering Society of China (CIESC), Chinese Chemical Society (CCS), China Technical Association of the Paper Industry (CTAPI), Chinese Society for Imaging Science and Technology (CSIST), and Chinese Society of Micro-Nano Technology (CSMNT). His research primarily focuses on photocatalytic biomass refining to synthesize high-value chemicals, as well as photocatalytic hydrogen production and carbon dioxide reduction, addressing critical challenges in sustainable energy and environmental preservation.

🔬 Research Interests

Jiliang Ma’s research centers on innovative solutions in photocatalytic biomass refining, where he develops advanced methods for producing high-value chemicals. He is also deeply involved in photocatalytic hydrogen production, exploring groundbreaking techniques for clean energy generation. Additionally, his work on carbon dioxide reduction advances strategies to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions through photocatalytic processes, contributing significantly to the fight against climate change.

🚀 Key Contributions

Jiliang Ma has made several pioneering contributions to the field of photocatalytic biomass refining and renewable energy. He achieved the first thermocatalytic synthesis of xylonic acid in a neutral system, a significant milestone in biomass science. His research also introduced the low-temperature photocatalytic synthesis of xylonic acid and lactic acid in alkaline systems, revealing that high alkalinity favors lactic acid production, while low alkalinity enhances xylonic acid synthesis. By combining oxidation and reduction half-reactions, he enabled the simultaneous photocatalytic selective oxidation of biomass to produce lactic acid and hydrogen, improving reaction efficiency. Furthermore, he was the first to elucidate the mechanism for the simultaneous production of lactic acid and CO through photocatalytic biomass refining coupled with CO₂ reduction in alkaline systems, marking a significant advancement in sustainable chemical synthesis.

🌍 Professional Memberships

Jiliang Ma is actively involved in professional organizations, including the Chemical Industry and Engineering Society of China (CIESC), Chinese Chemical Society (CCS), China Technical Association of the Paper Industry (CTAPI), Chinese Society for Imaging Science and Technology (CSIST), and the Chinese Society of Micro-Nano Technology (CSMNT). His membership in these societies reflects his commitment to advancing the fields of chemistry, engineering, and sustainable materials.

Publications Top Noted📄

Chitosan-amidated lignin aerogel beads efficiently loaded with lanthanum hydroxide for phosphate removal from aqueous solutions

Authors: Cui, R., Ma, J., Li, X., Zhang, J., Sun, R.

Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules

Year: 2024

In-situ carbon-doped poly(triazine imide) modified with silver nanoparticles for synergistic efficient photocatalytic CO2 reduction coupled with biomass refining

Authors: Liu, Z., Li, A., Ma, J., Jiang, W., Sun, R.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2024

Fabricating a CNIS@SL S-Scheme Heterojunction with Spatial Charge Separation for Boosting Photocatalytic Biomass Reforming

Authors: Li, X., Ma, J., Jiang, W., Zhang, J., Sun, R.

Journal: ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering

Year: 2024

Enhancing Photocatalytic Activity for Solar-to-Fuel Conversion: A Study on S-Scheme AgInS2/CeVO4@Biocharx Heterojunctions

Authors: Zhang, J., Ling, W., Li, A., Hong, M., Sun, R.

Journal: Advanced Functional Materials

Year: 2024

Scaling up clean production of biomass-derived organic acids as a step towards the realization of dual carbon goals: a review

Authors: Ali, Z., Ma, J., Sun, R.

Journal: Green Chemistry

Year: 2024

Assoc Prof Dr. Shuli Liu, Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Shuli Liu, Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Shuli Liu, North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power, China

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🎓 Education & Research Experience

Shuli Liu holds a PhD in Municipal Engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology. Her thesis focuses on the anabolism of valuable organic materials from food processing wastewater treatment using photosynthetic bacteria. She has served as an Associate Professor at the North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power in the School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering since December 2021. Prior to this, she was a Lecturer at the same institution from August 2016 to November 2021. Liu began her academic journey as a PhD student from July 2012 to July 2016, followed by a Postgraduate degree in Environmental Microbiology from September 2010 to June 2012, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Bioscience from September 2006 to June 2010.

🔬 Research Programs in Charge

Assoc Prof Dr. Liu leads several innovative research programs focused on resource utilization in wastewater treatment. She is involved in the Key Research and Promotion Special Project of Henan Province (2020-2022) and the High-end Foreign Expert Introduction Program by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China (2022-2023). Additionally, her current projects include enhancing Material Synthesis and Membrane Pollution Control (2023-2024), as well as studying the anabolism and recycling of valuable organic materials from wastewater (2018-2020).

🏆 Awards & Grants

In recognition of her academic achievements, Liu received the National Award for Distinguished Doctorates from Harbin Institute of Technology in 2015.

🛠️ Skills

Liu possesses extensive skills in wastewater treatment using photosynthetic bacteria, along with proficiency in nitrogen and phosphorus removal from domestic sewage and the treatment of activated sludge for resource utilization.

Publications Top Noted📚 

Performance, mechanism regulation and resource recycling of bacteria-algae symbiosis system for wastewater treatment: A review

Authors: Liu, S., Kong, Z., Guo, H., Zhang, P., Song, G.

Journal: Environmental Pollution

Year: 2024

The resistance mechanism of humic acids and proteins in soluble microbial products from activated sludge against silver nanoparticles

Authors: Kang, J., Wang, Y.-H., Zhang, Y.-W., Song, G.-F., Wang, B.-H.

Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering

Year: 2024

Magnetic iron-based waterworks sludge modified by chitosan and FeS for aqueous Cr(vi) adsorption and reduction

Authors: Tie, J., Li, W., Duan, X., Liu, S., Zhao, W.

Journal: RSC Advances

Year: 2024

Effects of nitrogen and carbon source addition on biomass and protein production by Rhodopseudomonas via the RSM-CCD approach

Authors: Liu, S., Zhang, Y., Zhao, C., Zhang, P., Song, G.

Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment

Year: 2024

Recent progress and prospects for chain elongation of transforming biomass waste into medium-chain fatty acids

Authors: Liu, Y., Chen, L., Duan, Y., Liu, S., Li, G.

Journal: Chemosphere

Year: 2024

Dr .Ajay Singh, Green Chemistry, Future Chemistry Visionary Award

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Dr .Ajay Singh, Green Chemistry, Future Chemistry Visionary Award

Doctorate at CSIR-IICT, India

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Summary 📜

Dr. Ajay K. Singh is a distinguished researcher with expertise in chemistry, particularly in the field of metalo-organic derivatives of Zinc(II). He has been awarded numerous fellowships and honors for his contributions to scientific research. Dr. Singh has successfully commercialized several products and has a strong background in both academic and industrial projects.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry
    Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, 2012
    Title: Studies of Metalo-Organic Derivatives of Zinc(II)
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry
    Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, 2006
  • B.Sc. in Zoology, Botany, and Chemistry
    Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, 2004
  • GATE Qualified
    Chemistry, 2009

Professional Experience 🏅

  • Inspire Faculty, CSIR-IICT, Hyderabad
    Nov 2016 - Present
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, POSTECH, Korea
    Oct 2012 - Oct 2016
  • Senior Research Fellow, CSIR, India
    Apr 2012 - Sep 2012
  • Senior Research Fellow, BRNS, India
    Oct 2010 - Jan 2012
  • Junior Research Fellow, UGC, India
    Apr 2007 - Aug 2010

Research Interests 🔬

  • Material Design: Developing advanced materials for various applications.
  • Metalo-Organic Chemistry: Specializing in Zinc(II) derivatives.
  • Flow Chemistry: Innovating continuous-flow processes for pharmaceutical synthesis.
  • Electro-Organic Synthesis: Advancing microreactor technologies for chemical production.

Awards and Honors 🏆

  • DST-SRA Fellowship (2022)
  • Excellent grade in DST-ECR Project
  • Distinguished Speaker at Flow Chemistry India (2017, 2018)
  • Assistant Professor at AcSIR (2017)
  • Early Career Research Award (2017)
  • DST-Inspire Faculty (2016)
  • Best Paper Award (2015), BK21 PLUS, Korea
  • ITMO University Post-Doctoral Fellowship (2015), Russia
  • Excellent Paper Presentation Award (2014), Korean Society of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry
  • Featured on the cover gallery of Green Chem and ChemSusChem (2014)
  • CSIR SRF (Ext.) (2012), India

Projects and Funding 💼

Government Funding

  • DST-Inspire Faculty
  • Early Career Research Award, 2017
  • CSIR-Mission Mode
  • Hindustan Petroleum and Chemical Limited (₹90 lakh)
  • CSIR-FBR
  • CSIR-FTT

Industrial Funding

  • Biological E.
  • Virupaksha
  • Merck
  • AAP Pharma
  • Amar Equipment
  • USP
  • Rallies India
  • Suven Pharma

Products Commercialized 🛠️

  • Microseparator (Amar Equipment’s, Mumbai)
  • Electro-organic Synthesis Microreactor (Amar Equipment’s, Mumbai)
  • Manual Back Pressure Regulator (Amar Equipment’s, Mumbai)
  • Pilot Scale Aq.-Org. Separator (Amar Equipment’s, Mumbai)
  • Favipiravir (Cipla, Mumbai)

Products Ready for Commercialization 🚀

  • Diazo-cube
  • H-Cube
  • Continuous-Flow Celecoxib
  • Continuous-Flow Daclatasvir
  • High-throughput Flow Reactor
  • Highly-efficient Electro-photo-flow Reactor
  • Continuous-Flow Nycergoline
  • Continuous-Flow Pregabalin, Gabapentin
  • Continuous-Flow Sildenafil and its Intermediate Synthesis
  • Sun-flower Derived Solar Panel Continuous-flow Reactor

Notable Publications📝

  • Paper Title: Thermal/photochemical micro-flow probe system for direct C-H bond functionalization of biologically active molecules
    • Authors: Wang, K.; Li, Y.; Zhang, S.
    • Journal: Nature
    • Volume: 568
    • Issue: 7753
    • Pages: 536-540
    • Year: 2019
  • Paper Title: BODIPY-Based Mitochondrial Targeted NIR-Responsive CO-Releasing Platform for the On-Demand Release of CO to Treat Cancer
    • Authors: Zhao, L.; Sun, W.; Liu, Z.; Fan, Q.; Huang, W.
    • Journal: ACS Nano
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 3805-3817
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Diazomethane mediated sealing of carboxylic moieties in MOFs: Opening doors for increased hydrophobicity
    • Authors: Chen, H.; Wang, M.; Liu, J.; Li, Y.
    • Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society
    • Volume: 142
    • Issue: 8
    • Pages: 3755-3760
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Micro-total process system machine (μ-TPSM) for rapid synthesis of antiretroviral darunavir
    • Authors: Tan, X.; Zhang, L.; Wang, H.; Liu, Y.; Ma, Y.
    • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
    • Volume: 399
    • Issue: 125772
    • Pages: 1-10
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Elements-Continuous-Flow Platform for Coupling Reactions and Anti-viral Daclatasvir API Synthesis
    • Authors: Lee, J.; Kim, S.; Park, J.; Cho, H.
    • Journal: Organic Process Research & Development
    • Volume: 24
    • Issue: 9
    • Pages: 2052-2061
    • Year: 2020