Xiaohui Zhong | Electrochemical Catalysis | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Xiaohui Zhong | Electrochemical Catalysis | Best Researcher Award

Teacher, School of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, China

Xiaohui Zhong is a dedicated researcher and academic affiliated with the School of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at Anhui Polytechnic University, China. With a strong background in materials science and environmental engineering, she has made significant contributions to the fields of photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and environmental remediation. Her work focuses on developing innovative materials for sustainable energy conversion and pollution control. Xiaohui is recognized for her expertise in designing advanced nanostructures for applications such as CO2 reduction, water oxidation, and pollutant degradation. She actively collaborates with leading researchers and institutions, contributing to high-impact publications and cutting-edge research projects. Her commitment to advancing green technologies underscores her role as a key figure in addressing global environmental challenges.

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Education 🎓

Xiaohui Zhong earned her education from prestigious institutions, including a degree from the South China University of Technology in Guangzhou, China. Her academic journey equipped her with a strong foundation in chemical and environmental engineering, focusing on advanced materials and sustainable technologies. Her research during this period laid the groundwork for her expertise in catalysis and nanomaterials. She has since built upon this foundation through continuous learning and collaboration, staying at the forefront of scientific advancements in her field.

Experience 💼

Xiaohui Zhong has extensive experience in academia and research, currently serving as a faculty member at Anhui Polytechnic University. Her professional journey includes collaborations with multidisciplinary teams on projects related to photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and environmental applications. She has contributed to the development of novel materials for energy conversion and pollution control, publishing her findings in high-impact journals. Her work often involves the synthesis and characterization of nanostructured materials, with a focus on improving their efficiency and stability for real-world applications. Xiaohui’s experience also includes mentoring students and guiding research initiatives aimed at addressing pressing environmental challenges.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Xiaohui Zhong has received recognition for her contributions to materials science and environmental engineering. Her research has been published in top-tier journals, earning her a strong reputation in the scientific community. She has been acknowledged for her innovative approaches to catalysis and sustainable energy solutions. While specific awards are not listed, her consistent publication record and collaborations with leading researchers highlight her standing as a respected figure in her field. Her work continues to inspire advancements in green technologies and environmental remediation.

Research Focus 🔬

Xiaohui Zhong’s research focuses on the development of advanced materials for sustainable energy and environmental applications. Her work spans photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and environmental remediation, with a particular emphasis on CO2 reduction, water oxidation, and pollutant degradation. She specializes in designing nanostructured materials, such as heterojunctions, doped oxides, and metal-organic frameworks, to enhance catalytic performance. Her research aims to address global challenges like climate change and pollution by creating efficient, stable, and scalable solutions for energy conversion and environmental protection.

Publication Top Notes 📚

  1. Fabrication of cubic PtCu nanocages and their enhanced electrocatalytic activity towards hydrogen peroxide
  2. Improved Surface Charge Transfer in MoO3/BiVO4 Heterojunction Film for Photoelectrochemical Water Oxidation
  3. A wide linear range and stable H2O2 electrochemical sensor based on Ag decorated hierarchical Sn3O4
  4. In3+-doped BiVO4 photoanodes with passivated surface states for photoelectrochemical water oxidation
  5. Enhanced Photoelectrochemical Water Oxidation Performance on BiVO4 by Coupling of CoMoO4 as a Hole-Transfer and Conversion Cocatalyst
  6. Enhanced photoelectrochemical water oxidation on WO3 nanoflake films by coupling with amorphous TiO2
  7. MoO3/BiVO4 heterojunction film with oxygen vacancies for efficient and stable photoelectrochemical water oxidation
  8. Insight into the Improvement Mechanism of Copper Oxide/BiVO4 Heterojunction Photoanodes for Solar Water Oxidation
  9. Boosting solar water oxidation activity and stability of BiVO4 photoanode through the Co-catalytic effect of CuCoO2
  10. Lattice-strained nanotubes facilitate efficient natural sunlight-driven CO2 photoreduction
  11. Biomimetic inspired porphyrin-based nanoframes for highly efficient photocatalytic CO2 reduction
  12. Towards a broad-operation window for stable CO2 electroreduction to HCOOH by a design involving upcycling electroplating sludge-derived Sn@N/P-doped carbon
  13. Tailoring the crystal forms of the Ni-MOF catalysts for enhanced photocatalytic CO2-to-CO performance
  14. Sn Dopants with Synergistic Oxygen Vacancies Boost CO2 Electroreduction on CuO Nanosheets to CO at Low Overpotential
  15. Highly efficient photocatalytic degradation of the emerging pollutant ciprofloxacin via the rational design of a magnetic interfacial junction of mangosteen peel waste-derived 3D graphene hybrid material
  16. Efficient photoreduction of diluted CO2 using lattice-strained Ni1_xSe nanoflowers
  17. Enhancing photocatalytic CO2 reduction reaction on amorphous Ni@NiO aerogel via oxygen incorporated tuning
  18. Boron Dopant Modulated Electron Localization of Tin Oxide for Efficient Electrochemical CO2 Reduction to Formate
  19. Highly dispersed nickel site catalysts for diluted CO2 photoreduction to CO with nearly 100% selectivity
  20. Fe-Ni2P@NPC Synthesized by Trametes Orientalis as an Efficient Electrocatalyst for the Oxygen Evolution Reaction
  21. Photothermal effect improving the activity of spinel MnFe2O4 nanoparticles for the catalytic activation HCO3−/H2O2 to achieve the degradation of dye pollutants in low-temperature condition
  22. Anchoring of NiCox alloy nanoparticles on nitrogen vacancy-rich carbon nitride nanotubes toward promoting efficiently photocatalytic CO2 conversion into solar fuel
  23. Sn/nitrogen-doped carbon composites with enhanced CO2 electroreduction toward formate

Zihao Xing | Material Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr Zihao Xing | Material Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Northeast Normal University, China

Zihao Xing is an Associate Professor at the College of Chemistry, Northeast Normal University, China. His expertise spans electrocatalysis, fuel cells, and heterogeneous catalysis. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Jilin University, where he developed innovative hydrogen energy conversion catalysts. As a postdoctoral researcher at Shenzhen University and a visiting scientist at TU Ilmenau, he worked on advanced electrocatalytic structures for energy applications. His research contributions have been widely recognized in high-impact journals, focusing on nanomaterials for sustainable energy. With numerous highly cited publications, he has significantly advanced oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and battery electrocatalysis. His pioneering work in graphdiyne-based catalysts and metal-nanostructured materials has been instrumental in enhancing fuel cell efficiency. Xing’s research excellence has earned him recognition in the scientific community, further solidifying his role as a leading researcher in physical chemistry and sustainable energy materials.

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STRENGTHS FOR THE AWARD

Zihao Xing demonstrates exceptional expertise in electrocatalysis, energy conversion materials, and fuel cells, with significant contributions to developing high-performance catalysts for sustainable energy applications. His extensive publication record, including works in Advanced Materials, Chemical Engineering Journal, and Nano Research, showcases his impact in the field, with high citation counts reflecting the recognition of his research by the scientific community. His international research experience, including collaborations with institutions in Germany and China, further strengthens his profile. Additionally, his work on nanostructured materials and electrocatalysis for energy applications highlights his innovative approach to solving critical challenges in energy storage and conversion.

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

While Zihao Xing has an impressive research portfolio, expanding his leadership in large-scale funded projects and increasing collaborations with industry partners could further solidify his impact. Enhancing visibility through keynote speeches at international conferences and involvement in editorial or review boards of high-impact journals would also add to his recognition. Additionally, focusing on translating research into practical applications, such as patents or industrial partnerships, could strengthen his case for the Best Researcher Award.

EDUCATION

🎓 Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry (2013-2019) – Jilin University, China

  • Thesis: Rational Design and Activity Regulation of Hydrogen Energy Conversion Catalysts
  • Supervisor: Prof. Wensheng Yang
  • Exchange Student: State Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, ICCAS, Beijing

🎓 M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry (2013-2019) – Jilin University, China

  • Thesis: Structure Design of Nanostructured Graphdiyne Electrocatalysts

🎓 B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry (2009-2013) – Jilin University, China

  • Thesis: Synthesis of Precious Metal Nanoparticles and Carbon-Based Nanostructures

EXPERIENCE

👨‍🏫 Associate Professor (2022-Present) – College of Chemistry, Northeast Normal University, China

  • Leading research in hydrogen-electric energy conversion catalysts

🔬 Postdoctoral Researcher (2019-2021) – Shenzhen University, China

  • Focused on designing highly active electrocatalysts for batteries
  • Supervisor: Prof. Chenliang Su

🌍 Visiting Scientist (2019-2021) – TU Ilmenau, Germany

  • Specialized in applied nanophysics and electrocatalysis
  • Supervisor: Prof. Yong Lei

AWARDS & HONORS

🏆 Highly Cited Researcher Recognition – Multiple publications in high-impact journals
🏆 Outstanding Young Scientist Award – Recognized for contributions to electrocatalysis
🏆 Best Research Paper Award – Acknowledged for groundbreaking work in Zn-air batteries
🏆 Postdoctoral Fellowship – Shenzhen University, China
🏆 Academic Excellence Scholarship – Jilin University
🏆 Visiting Scientist Grant – TU Ilmenau, Germany

RESEARCH FOCUS

🔬 Electrocatalysis & Energy Materials – Development of high-performance catalysts for fuel cells and batteries
⚡ Oxygen Reduction Reaction (ORR) & Hydrogen Evolution – Enhancing efficiency in sustainable energy conversion
🧪 Nanostructured Materials – Engineering carbon-based and metal nanostructures for advanced applications
🌍 Graphdiyne-Based Catalysts – Designing novel materials for green energy solutions
🔋 Fuel Cells & Metal-Air Batteries – Improving performance and durability of energy storage devices

PUBLICATION TOP NOTES

📄 Preferentially Engineering FeN4 Edge Sites onto Graphitic Nanosheets for Highly Active and Durable Oxygen Electrocatalysis in Rechargeable Zn–Air Batteries
📄 Sensitive Colorimetric Sensor for Point-of-Care Detection of Acetylcholinesterase Using Cobalt Oxyhydroxide Nanoflakes
📄 Self-Templating Construction of N, P-Co-Doped Carbon Nanosheets for Efficient Electrocatalytic Oxygen Reduction Reaction
📄 Stabilizing Single-Atomic Ruthenium by Ferrous Ion Doped NiFe-LDH Towards Highly Efficient and Sustained Water Oxidation
📄 Structure Engineering of PtCu3/C Catalyst from Disordered to Ordered Intermetallic Compound with Heat-Treatment for the Methanol Electrooxidation Reaction
📄 Optimizing the Activity of Pd-Based Catalysts Towards Room-Temperature Formic Acid Decomposition by Au Alloying
📄 Effect of Pt Cocatalyst on Visible Light Driven Hydrogen Evolution of Anthracene-Based Zirconium Metal-Organic Framework
📄 Colloidal Silica Assisted Fabrication of N, O, S-Tridoped Porous Carbon Nanosheets with Excellent Oxygen Reduction Performance
📄 Boosting the Methanol Oxidation Reaction Activity of Pt–Ru Clusters via Resonance Energy Transfer
📄 Bovine Serum Albumin Assisted Preparation of Ultra-Stable Gold Nanoflowers and Their Selective Raman Response to Charged Dyes
📄 Nanocomposite: Keggin-Type Co4-Polyoxometalate@Cobalt-Porphyrin Linked Graphdiyne for Hydrogen Evolution in Seawater
📄 Weak Interaction Between Cations and Anions in Electrolyte Enabling Fast Dual‐Ion Storage for Potassium‐Ion Hybrid Capacitors
📄 Hexavalent Iridium Boosts Oxygen Evolution Performance
📄 Disordered Carbon Structures Enhance Capacitive Storage
📄 Polyoxometalate as the Assembly Material to Self-Assembled Ni(OH)2 Nanosheets with Electrocatalytic Performance
📄 Ligand Engineering of Co-MOF-74 with Hexaaminotriphenylene for Enhanced Oxygen Reduction Reaction in Zinc-Air Batteries
📄 Rational Design of Amino-Functionalized Pillar-Layered Co6O6 Cluster MOF for Gas Purification in the MTO Process
📄 Pyridine-Nitrogen Conjugated Covalent Organic Frameworks for High-Efficiency Gas-Solid Photocatalytic Reduction of CO2 to CO
📄 Promoting Mechanism of the Ru-Integration Effect in RuCo Bimetallic Nanoparticles for Enhancing Water Splitting Performance
📄 Sulfur and Nitrogen Dual-Doped Graphdiyne as a Highly Efficient Metal-Free Electrocatalyst for the Zn-Air Battery

CONCLUSION

With a strong foundation in electrocatalysis, nanomaterials, and sustainable energy applications, Zihao Xing is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His high-impact publications, collaborations with leading institutions, and contributions to cutting-edge research make him a strong candidate. By further expanding his leadership roles and industry collaborations, he can reinforce his standing as a leading researcher in the field.