Prof. Cunliang Zhang – Energy storage mechanism- Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Cunliang Zhang – Energy storage mechanism- Best Researcher Award

Shangqiu Normal University – China

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🎓 Educational Background

Cunliang Zhang has built a strong academic foundation in Materials Physics and Chemistry, beginning with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Shangqiu Normal University in 2005. He then pursued a Master’s degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Chongqing University, which he completed in 2007. His commitment to advanced research led him to obtain a Ph.D. in Engineering (Materials Physics and Chemistry) from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in 2016. His educational journey has played a crucial role in shaping his expertise in battery materials, energy storage systems, and chemical engineering.

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

Dr. Zhang has accumulated a wealth of experience in both industry and academia. From 2007 to 2009, he worked as a Technician at Haima (Zhengzhou) Automobile Co., Ltd., gaining hands-on industrial exposure in automobile materials and chemical applications. He transitioned into academia as a Lecturer at Shangqiu Vocational and Technical College in 2009 and later served as Deputy Director of the Department of Automotive and Architectural Engineering from 2013 to 2018. In 2018, he joined the College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Shangqiu Normal University as an Associate Professor, contributing significantly to teaching, research, and innovation in energy materials. His dedication and research excellence earned him a promotion to Professor in December 2023, further solidifying his role as a leading scientist in materials science and energy storage technology.

🔬 Research Specialization and Leadership Roles

Dr. Zhang specializes in Materials Physics and Chemistry, with a primary research focus on energy storage materials, lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries, and fire-extinguishing materials for battery safety. His expertise in these areas has contributed to significant advancements in battery technology and sustainable energy solutions. In recognition of his contributions to scientific research and innovation, he holds several prestigious leadership positions. He serves as a Council Member of the Third Council of Henan Young Scientists and Technologists Association, where he actively promotes scientific development and collaboration among young researchers. Additionally, he is the Director of the Collaborative Innovation Center for Key Technologies of New Energy Vehicles, a research initiative under the Ministry of Education, aimed at advancing new energy vehicle technologies. Further solidifying his leadership in battery materials research, Dr. Zhang leads the Key Materials Research Team for Power Batteries, a project approved by the Henan Provincial Department of Science and Technology, where he oversees groundbreaking studies on next-generation battery materials and energy storage systems. His role in these initiatives underscores his commitment to technological innovation and sustainable energy advancements.

🔎 Research Projects and Funding

Dr. Zhang has spearheaded multiple high-impact research projects in battery technology, energy storage, and fire safety materials. His ability to secure substantial funding from government bodies and industry collaborators highlights his research excellence. Some of his major projects include: In 2023, he led several key research initiatives, including the Development of Novel Energy Storage Technology for Photovoltaic Systems, funded by Henan Xinglin New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. with a grant of 200,000 CNY, and the Preparation Process Development of High-Purity Sodium Tetrathionate, funded by Wuhan Zhijingcheng Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd., also receiving 200,000 CNY in support. Another noteworthy project focused on Novel Fire Extinguishing Agents for Lithium-Ion Batteries, funded by Henan Dashu Technology Co., Ltd. with an investment of 200,000 CNY.

In 2022, he worked on a Low-Cost and Long-Life Sodium-Ion Battery Development project, securing 230,000 CNY from Henan Xinglin New Energy Technology Co., Ltd.. Additionally, his research on High-Energy-Density Lithium-Ion Battery Technology, supported by Anhui Yishengda Technology Co., Ltd., received a substantial 1,000,000 CNY in funding. His earlier research efforts include a 2019 project establishing the Collaborative Innovation Center for New Energy Vehicle Key Technologies under the Ministry of Education and a 2017 Key R&D Program of Henan Province focusing on Innovative Talent Development for New Energy Vehicle Technology.

🏆 Honors and Recognitions

Dr. Zhang’s outstanding contributions to scientific research and technology development have earned him several prestigious awards. In June 2023, he received the First Prize for Scientific and Technological Achievements from the Henan Provincial Department of Education for his work on Key Preparation Technologies and Applications of Novel Secondary Battery Electrode Materials. Earlier, in February 2023, he was awarded the First Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress in Shangqiu City for his advancements in secondary battery materials. His earlier accolades include the Second Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress in 2018, awarded by Shangqiu City for his Research and Development of Novel Cathode Materials for Lithium-Ion Power Batteries. In 2017, he received the Second Prize for Science and Technology Innovation Achievements at the Henan Youth Science and Technology Innovation Competition, recognizing his contributions to training young researchers in battery materials and energy storage.

Notable Publications📝

📄 Dual Strategies of Interface Engineering and Core–Shell Structure Improve Potassium Storage Performance
  • Authors: Yifei Xu, Yuhao Li, Tiansheng Wang, Qingshan Liu, Xinrui Fang, Xueting Ding, Zhengyuan Chen, Cunliang Zhang, Haitao Niu, Hua Zhou, et al.

  • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

  • Year: 2024
📄 The Aluminum Chemistry Involved Redox Mechanisms in Transition Metal Dichalcogenides
  • Authors: Jie Liu, Fengkai Zuo, Renbin Liu, Huaizhi Wang, Yuhao Li, Zhengyuan Chen, Cunliang Zhang, Hongsen Li

  • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

  • Year: 2023
📄 Fe₂(MoO₄)₃ Assembled by Cross-Stacking of Porous Nanosheets Enables a High-Performance Aluminum-Ion Battery
  • Authors: Huanyu Liang, Yongshuai Liu, Fengkai Zuo, Cunliang Zhang, Li Yang, Linyi Zhao, Yuhao Li, Yifei Xu, Tiansheng Wang, Xia Hua, et al.

  • Journal: Chemical Science

  • Year: 2022
📄 Organic-Phase Synthesis of Li₃V₂(PO₄)₃@Carbon Nanocrystals and Their Lithium Storage Properties
  • Authors: Cunliang Zhang, Yanmei Liu, Jian Li, Kai Zhu, Zhe Chen, Shijun Liao, Xinhe Zhang

  • Journal: RSC Advances

  • Year: 2018

 

Dr. Pin-Yi Zhao | Energy Storage Materials | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Pin-Yi Zhao | Energy Storage Materials | Young Scientist Award

Doctorate at SINOPEC (Dalian) Research Institute of Petroleum and Petrochemicals Co., Ltd., China

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🎓 Academic Achievements and Education

Pinyi Zhao earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the prestigious University College London (UCL) (2017–2022), where they were honored with the Dean’s Scholarship, valued at £72,770. During this time, they developed proficiency in conducting risk assessments and maintaining health and safety standards in the workplace. Their research demanded independent and collaborative problem-solving skills, which they utilized to troubleshoot complex technological challenges. Additionally, they honed their analytical capabilities by recording, analyzing, and summarizing data to prepare comprehensive weekly academic reports, both in written and verbal formats.

Prior to their Ph.D., Pinyi pursued a Master of Engineering in Chemical Technology at Tianjin University, a Project 985 institution (2014–2017). With a stellar GPA of 3.7/4.0, they were recognized with an Outstanding Graduate Thesis. Pinyi’s academic excellence earned them the China National Scholarship, a prestigious award conferred to only the top 0.2% of college-educated students in China. They were also a recipient of the Baoshun Scholarship and the Award for Commemoration of Tianjin University’s 120th Anniversary, reflecting their exceptional contributions to the university. Further, they demonstrated their technical expertise by successfully passing the foundations of the Certified Chemical Engineer examination.

Pinyi’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry from Tianjin University (2010–2014), where they maintained an impressive GPA of 3.6/4.0 during their junior and senior years, securing direct admission to graduate school. Their accolades include being named an Outstanding Graduate, a Top Ten Youth in the School of Science, and a recipient of the Outstanding Student Scholarship on two occasions. Notably, Pinyi showcased leadership and innovation as the team lead for the American Mathematical Contest in Modeling, earning an Honorable Mention award.

🔬 Research and Professional Experience

Pinyi Zhao has cultivated a robust research portfolio across various esteemed institutions. As a Visiting Researcher at the UCL Institute for Materials Discovery (2021–2023), they collaborated on multidisciplinary projects aimed at developing eco-friendly electrode materials, culminating in the publication of two papers in prominent international journals.

During their tenure as a Doctoral Research Assistant at UCL Chemistry (2018–2021), Pinyi made significant contributions to advancing lithium-ion battery technologies. Their pioneering work on eco-friendly aerosol multicoated silicon anodes introduced a novel Aerosol-Assisted Chemical Deposition (AACD) method, resulting in sustainable materials for battery electrodes. They demonstrated advanced materials characterization techniques and employed machine learning to analyze data innovatively. Furthermore, they explored organic-processed AACD for multicoated composites, devising a quantifiable ‘fulfilled ratio’ to optimize materials design and algorithms to analyze cyclic-type curves. Pinyi also contributed to the development of safe and high-performance all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries, preparing materials through solid-state synthesis, performing Rietveld refinement with GSAS-II, and visualizing data with Vesta.

As a Graduate Research Assistant at Tianjin University (2014–2017), Pinyi focused on developing hard carbon anode materials for lithium/sodium-ion batteries, achieving significant improvements in capacity using polyacrylonitrile and biomass-derived microspheres and nanofibers. Earlier, as an Undergraduate Research Assistant, they participated in China’s National High Technology Research and Development Program “863”, where they evaluated needle coke-based anode materials and optimized their performance through heat-treatment experiments.

Leading a team as part of their Photonic Polymer Sensors Research project (2012–2014), Pinyi established innovative methods for the chiral recognition of amino acids using molecularly imprinted photonic polymers, utilizing advanced instrumental characterization techniques.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Pinyi Zhao’s academic journey is distinguished by numerous accolades, including the Dean’s Scholarship at UCL and the China National Scholarship, awarded to an elite 0.2% of students nationwide. They also received multiple awards at Tianjin University, such as the Outstanding Graduate Award, the Baoshun Scholarship, and recognition for Science and Technology Excellence, highlighting their consistent excellence and contributions to academic and research excellence.

🧪 Key Skills and Expertise

Pinyi has mastered advanced techniques in materials synthesis, including the innovative Aerosol-Assisted Chemical Deposition (AACD) method. Their expertise spans data analysis, utilizing machine learning for innovative solutions, and characterizing materials through electrochemical techniques. They are proficient in tools like GSAS-II and Vesta, and have demonstrated strong leadership and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary research projects.

Publications Top Noted📝

Novel MOF-derived hexagonal starfish-shaped hollow prismatic cone-loaded metal complexes for electrocatalytic water decomposition study

Authors: Zhang, T., Zhao, Y., Liu, F., … Li, P., Wang, H.

Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering

Year: 2025

An environment-friendly method to prepare fulvic acid-based porous carbon for high energy density supercapacitors

Authors: Wang, J., Zhang, C., Chen, Z., … Zhang, J., Zhao, P.-Y.

Journal: Diamond and Related Materials

Year: 2024

Waste grape skin bio-derived carbon@NiFe2O4 for the environmental pollutants nitrobenzene detection

Authors: Zheng, M., Shi, K., Zhao, Y., … Li, P., Wang, H.

Journal: Ceramics International

Year: 2024

A simple strategy for the controllable synthesis of tin-based anode materials and their lithium storage performances

Authors: Liu, K., Guo, D., Zhao, D., … Song, Y., Sun, J.

Journal: Journal of Energy Storage

Year: 2024

Spontaneous template approach towards nitrogenous multi-shelled hollow carbon spheres with unique onion-like architecture

Authors: Song, C., Liu, K., Wang, T., … Lu, R., Zhang, S.

Journal: Materials Today Chemistry

Year: 2024