Yuanyong Yao | Thermodynamics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yuanyong Yao | Thermodynamics | Best Researcher Award

Tongren University, China

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🎓💼Education & Experience 

Prof. Yuanyong Yao earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Zunyi Normal University in 2010, followed by a Master’s degree from Guizhou University in 2013. He has been part of Tongren University since 2017, initially serving as an Associate Professor until 2022, and was promoted to full Professor in 2023. His academic journey and progressive roles at Tongren University reflect his solid foundation and growing leadership in the field of materials and chemical engineering.

🔬🧠Research Focus 

Prof. Yao’s research primarily focuses on the functional exploration of natural bioactive compounds found in medicinal plants and special foods, investigating their biological properties and health benefits. A key part of his work also includes studying the mechanisms of biological enzyme inhibition, aiming to understand how these natural substances can affect biochemical pathways. His research bridges material and chemical engineering with biotechnology, contributing to the development of novel therapeutic and nutritional applications.

🏆🎖️Honors & Awards 

Prof. Yao has been recognized for his academic and research excellence through several honors. Notably, he was selected for the prestigious “Thousand Talents” Innovation Program of Guizhou Province, highlighting his innovative contributions. He is also listed as an expert in the Guizhou Province Science and Technology Expert Database. In 2024, Prof. Yao received a provincial-level teaching achievement award for higher education in Guizhou Province, acknowledging his dedication and impact as an educator.

Notable Publications📝

📝Novel Mechanistic Insights into Luteolin and Its Analogues as Potent Inhibitors of Xanthine Oxidase Activity: Inhibition Thermodynamics, Kinetics and Docking Simulation

Authors: Yuanyong Yao, Meng Zhang, Jiarong Chen, Ao Ma, Qi Huang, Jiangzhou Yan, Hai Yang, Shixue Chen

Journal: Food Bioscience

Year: 2025

📝An Improved Test Method for Assaying the Inhibition of Bioflavonoids on Xanthine Oxidase Activity in vitro

Authors: Yuanyong Yao, Tao Wu, Meng Zhang, Daihua Fu, Hai Yang, Shixue Chen

Journal: ChemistryOpen

Year: 2024

📝An Improved System to Evaluate Superoxide‐Scavenging Effects of Bioflavonoids

Authors: Yuanyong Yao, Shixue Chen, Hu Li

Journal: ChemistryOpen

Year: 2021

 

Dr. Bakusele Kabane, Thermodynamics, Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Bakusele Kabane, Thermodynamics, Young Scientist Award

Doctorate at Durban University of Technology, South Africa

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Education🎓

PhD in Chemistry (Physical Chemistry)
Durban University of Technology, 2021

MAppSc in Chemistry (Physical Chemistry)
Durban University of Technology, 2018

Professional Experience💼

Lecturer
Durban University of Technology, 03/2020 – Present 🏫

Shift Process Chemist
Ferro Coating Resins, 06/2015 – 01/2017 🧪

Quality Control Analyst
Dulux AkzoNobel, 09/2014 – 12/2014 🧪

Junior Process Chemist
Arkema Resins, 06/2013 – 08/2014 🧪

Peer Assistant Learning Leader
Walter Sisulu University, 03/2012 – 05/2013 👩‍🏫

Research Interests 🔬

Deep Eutectic Solvents: Synthesis, characterization, and applications in separation and conversion processes.

Thermodynamic Properties: Study of solvent properties at various temperatures.

Biochemical Applications: Utilization of ionic liquids and deep eutectic solvents in bio-based processes, including corrosion inhibition and antimicrobial properties.

Awards and Recognition 🏆

Certificate of Top Emerging Researcher 🏅

Faculty Top Published Doctoral Student of the Year 📚

University Top Published Master’s Student of the Year 🏆

Certificate of Excellence for Teaching and Learning Excellence 🏅

Publications📚

Pre-screening of an eco-friendly solvent for separating industrial mixtures: A useful tool for solvent selection

Authors: Molefi, R., Matshetshe, K., Kabane, B., Deenadayalu, N., Bahadur, I.

Journal: Fluid Phase Equilibria

Year: 2024

Application of PC-SAFT EoS and SCFT for the modeling of thermophysical properties comprising deep eutectic solvent and alcohols

Authors: Mgxadeni, N., Kabane, B., Hernández, A., Hashemi, H., Kabanda, M.M.

Journal: Asia-Pacific Journal of Chemical Engineering

Year: 2024

Intermolecular Interactions of Binary Mixtures Comprising 2-Benzylaminoethanol with Alcohols (C1−C3) at Different Temperatures: Experiments and Modelling

Authors: Belabbaci, A., Ayad, A., Negadi, A., Mokbel, I., Negadi, L.

Journal: ChemistrySelect

Year: 2024

Deep eutectic solvents as sustainable solvents for industrial separation problems: A recent update

Authors: Mgxadeni, N., Kabane, B., Bahadur, I., Varma, R.S., Singh, S.K.

Journal: Journal of Ionic Liquids

Year: 2023

Measurement of Activity Coefficients at Infinite Dilution for Various Organic Solutes in Deep Eutectic Solvent (1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium Chloride + Ethylene Glycol) at Different Temperatures

Authors: Molefi, R., Kabane, B., Deenadayalu, N.

Journal: Journal of Chemical and Engineering Data

Year: 2023