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

Prof Dr. Mingqiang Zhu | Natural Products Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Mingqiang Zhu | Natural Products Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Mingqiang Zhu | Northwest A&F University | China

Dr. Mingqiang Zhu, currently serving as a professor and Ph.D. supervisor at Northwest Agriculture & Forestry University, holds a Ph.D. from the same institution. With a strong academic foundation and expertise in biomass engineering, Dr. Zhu has made significant contributions to agricultural biological and environmental energy engineering, focusing particularly on the structural analysis of plant tissue and the value-added application of lignocellulose.

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🎓Academic Background and Professional Journey

Dr. Mingqiang Zhu earned his Ph.D. from Northwest Agriculture & Forestry University in 2016. Currently, he serves as a Professor and Ph.D. Supervisor at the same institution. Dr. Zhu has established himself as a leader in the field of biomass engineering, with over 100 published journal articles and 70 authorized Chinese national patents. His research emphasizes the structural analysis of plant tissues and the innovative functionalization, resource utilization, and recycling of biomass, making significant contributions to the field.

🔬 Research and Innovations in Biomass Utilization

Dr. Zhu has innovatively revealed the decomposition mechanism of plant resources based on the biorefining concept. His work integrates multiple extraction methods to cleanly separate biomass components for further utilization. By elucidating the mechanism of lignin dissociation, Dr. Zhu has provided effective pathways for the development of biomaterials and biofuels.

🌿 Advancements in Eucommia ulmoides Research

Dr. Zhu’s studies on Eucommia ulmoides have uncovered key insights into its primary and secondary metabolite accumulation. He has analyzed its morphological characteristics, photosynthetic physiology, and chemical composition, providing a dynamic model of biomass accumulation. His groundbreaking work highlights the interaction between photosynthesis and secondary active ingredient metabolism, offering a theoretical reference for large-scale promotion and industrial application in arid regions.

🛠️ Innovations in Gutta-Percha Research

Dr. Zhu successfully elucidated the molecular weight formation mechanism of gutta-percha rubber particles, enabling the development of specialized gutta-percha materials. He pioneered the biological pathway for “one-way synthesis”, significantly enhancing the yield of secondary metabolites. His efforts have led to the creation of sound-insulation materials with excellent performance, advancing the industrial potential of Eucommia ulmoides resources.

🌐 Areas of Expertise

Dr. Zhu’s research spans across Agricultural, Biological, Environmental, and Energy Engineering, with a focus on sustainable biomass utilization and its industrial applications. His innovative contributions continue to shape the fields of biorefining and bioengineering, driving solutions for a greener and more sustainable future.

Publications Top Noted📝

Efficient separation of Eucommia ulmoides gum (EUG) and directed fabrication of reconstructed materials from Eucommia seed shell based on ingenious biphasic solvent system

Authors: He, B.; Zhang, C.; Zhu, M.; Wen, J.; Yuan, T.

Journal: Industrial Crops and Products

Year: 2024

Significant performance enhancement of Zn-ion hybrid supercapacitors based on microwave-assisted pyrolyzed active carbon via synergistic effect of NaHCO3 activation and CNT networks

Authors: Chen, Z.; Qu, Q.; Chi, Z.-Z.; Zhu, L.; Zhu, M.-Q.

Journal: Materials Today Sustainability

Year: 2024

Dual single-atom sites coupled with graphene-encapsulated core-shell Fe-Cu nanoalloy for boosting the oxygen reduction reaction

Authors: Srinivas, K.; Chen, Z.; Chen, A.; Zhu, M.-Q.; Chen, Y.

Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Year: 2024

Effect of Reaction Conditions on Energy Yield of Pyrolysis Gas from Apple Tree Branches

Authors: Ma, H.; Zhang, Y.; Qiu, L.; Zhu, M.; Yang, X.

Journal: ACS Omega

Year: 2024

Valorization of Coptis chinensis extraction residue via slow pyrolysis for the production of bioactive wood vinegar

Authors: Yin, D.; Xue, R.; Li, Y.; Zhu, M.; Li, D.

Journal: Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery

Year: 2024

Dr. Feng Yan, Inorganic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Feng Yan, Inorganic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Arizona State University, United States

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🌟Summary

Dr. Feng Yan is an accomplished Associate Professor in the School for Engineering of Matter, Transport, and Energy at Arizona State University. With extensive experience in materials science, Dr. Yan’s work focuses on advancing thin-film solar cells, ferroelectrics, and metallic films. His research has earned him numerous prestigious awards and grants, including the NSF CAREER Award and multiple DOE Solar Energy Technology Office awards. Dr. Yan is also a dedicated educator and mentor, guiding both graduate and undergraduate students in their academic and research pursuits.

🎓 Educational Background

Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering – National University of Singapore, 2011

M.S. in Materials Science & Engineering – Zhejiang University, China, 2007

B.S. in Materials Science & Engineering – Xi’an University of Technology, China, 2005

Postdoctoral Fellowships – Harvard University (2013) and Northwestern University (2012)

💼 Professional Experience

Associate Professor – Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ (2023 – Present)

Associate Professor – The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL (2022)

Assistant Professor – The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL (2017-2022)

Senior Development Engineer – First Solar, Inc., Perrysburg, OH (2014-2017)

Research Associate – Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (2011-2012)

🔬 Research Interests

Thin Film Solar Cells: Specializing in CdTe, Sb2Se3, and Perovskite solar cells.

Thin Film Ferroelectrics and Multiferroics: Research on BiFeO3 and related materials.

Metallic Thin Films: Including metallic glasses and high entropy alloys.

Nanoscale Scanning Probe Microscopy: Applied to nanoelectronics and photonics.

🏆 Awards & Grants

National Science Foundation (NSF):

2021, 2022, 2023

NSF CAREER Award:

2020 (PI)

DOE Solar Energy Technology Office Awards:

2022, 2021 (PI)

NSF DMR SCCM/EPM Grant:

2021 (PI)

Air Force Faculty Summer Fellowship:

2020 (PI)

NASA EPSCoR International Space Station (ISS) Grant:

2020 (PI)

USDA NIFA Grant:

2020 (PI)

NSF ICorps Team Grant:

2020 (PI)

NSF CMMI Mechanics of Materials and Structures (MoMS) Grant:

2020 (PI)

Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award, ORAU:

2018 (PI)

NSF ICorps Team Award:

2018 (PI)

Academy of Applied Science (AAS) Supported Army’s Educational Outreach Program (AEOP):

2017-2019 (PI)

Publications Top Noted📚

Rapid-response, low detection limit, and high-sensitivity capacitive flexible tactile sensor based on three-dimensional porous dielectric layer for wearable electronic skin

Authors: Jie Qiu, Xiaohui Guo, Ran Chu, Siliang Wang, Wei Zeng, Lei Qu, Yunong Zhao, Feng Yan, Guozhong Xing

Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces

Year: 2019

Enhanced Multiferroic Properties and Valence Effect of Ru-Doped BiFeO3 Thin Films

Authors: Feng Yan, Man-On Lai, Li Lu, Tie-Jun Zhu

Journal: The Journal of Physical Chemistry C

Year: 2010

Recent progress in short‐to long‐wave infrared photodetection using 2D materials and heterostructures

Authors: Xinwei Guan, Xuechao Yu, Dharmaraj Periyanagounder, Mercy Rose Benzigar, Jing‐Kai Huang, Chun‐Ho Lin, Jiyun Kim, Simrjit Singh, Long Hu, Guozhen Liu, Dehui Li, Jr‐Hau He, Feng Yan, Qi Jie Wang, Tom Wu

Journal: Advanced Optical Materials

Year: 2021

Enhanced multiferroic properties and domain structure of La-doped BiFeO3 thin films

Authors: F Yan, TJ Zhu, MO Lai, L Lu

Journal: Scripta Materialia

Year: 2010

Magnetic functional heterojunction reactors with 3D specific recognition for selective photocatalysis and synergistic photodegradation in binary antibiotic solutions

Authors: Ziyang Lu, Guosheng Zhou, Minshan Song, Dandan Wang, Pengwei Huo, Weiqiang Fan, Hongjun Dong, Hua Tang, Feng Yan, Guozhong Xing

Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Year: 2019

Development of magnetic imprinted PEDOT/CdS heterojunction photocatalytic nanoreactors: 3-Dimensional specific recognition for selectively photocatalyzing danofloxacin mesylate

Authors: Ziyang Lu, Guosheng Zhou, Minshan Song, Xinlin Liu, Hua Tang, Hongjun Dong, Pengwei Huo, Feng Yan, Peng Du, Guozhong Xing

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental

Year: 2020