Yongwu Peng – Energy and Environmental Engineering – Best Researcher Award

Yongwu Peng - Energy and Environmental Engineering - Best Researcher Award

Zhejiang University of Technology - China

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Yongwu Peng embarked on his academic journey with a PhD from Shanghai JiaoTong University in 2013, under the guidance of Prof. Yong Cui. This foundational period laid the groundwork for his subsequent research endeavors in Energy and Environmental Engineering.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

In September 2019, Dr. Peng transitioned to an independent career as a Full Professor at the College of Materials Science and Engineering at Zhejiang University of Technology (ZJUT). His professional trajectory underscores a commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of porous crystalline materials and their hybrid counterparts, particularly focusing on energy- and environmental-related applications.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Dr. Peng's research focuses on designing and synthesizing porous crystalline materials, including covalent organic frameworks and their hybrid materials, for applications in catalysis, separation, smart devices, and energy- and environmental-related fields. His work has contributed significantly to advancing knowledge in these areas, as evidenced by his extensive publication record.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

With over 60 articles published in prestigious journals and citations exceeding 6100, Dr. Peng's research has made a substantial impact on the scientific community. His insights into structural design, synthesis methods, and applications of porous materials have garnered recognition and acclaim from peers and experts in the field.

ACADEMIC CITES

Dr. Peng's publications in renowned journals such as Nature Communications, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and Angewandte Chemie reflect the depth and significance of his contributions to Energy and Environmental Engineering. His work has been cited extensively, underscoring its relevance and influence in the scientific community.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

As a recipient of prestigious awards and recognition, including the Qianjiang Talent Program and the Yunhe Scholar award, Dr. Peng's legacy is marked by excellence and innovation in materials science and engineering. His future contributions are poised to further advance the frontiers of Energy and Environmental Engineering, driving impactful solutions to pressing global challenge.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Insights into sensing applications of fluorescent covalent organic frameworks 2024

Multifunctional coatings of graphene oxide: New membranes for proton permeation and salt rejection 2024

Transparent, Self-Healing, and Defogging Wearable Devices Enabled by Plasmonic Silver Nanoparticle-Embedded Covalent–Organic Framework Nanosheets 2024 (1)

Revolutionizing the structural design and determination of covalent–organic frameworks: principles, methods, and techniques 2023 (2)

hab. Grażyna Łaska – Environmental Engineering – Best Researcher Award

Dr. hab. Grażyna Łaska - Environmental Engineering - Best Researcher Award

Politechnika Białostocka - Poland

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:

Dr. hab. Grażyna Łaska, prof. PB, began her academic journey with a strong focus on biological sciences and environmental engineering. Her early academic pursuits laid the foundation for a distinguished career characterized by excellence and innovation.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS:

Dr. Łaska's professional achievements are exemplified by the outstanding parametric assessment she received in 2023. This assessment, specific to the discipline of biological sciences and environmental engineering, awarded her a total of 1291.1 points. Notably, 863.15 points were attributed to her scientific and research activities, while 427.95 points recognized her teaching and organizational contributions.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS environmental engineering:

Dr. Łaska has significantly contributed to the field of biological sciences with a substantial body of work. Her scientific portfolio includes 238 papers, with 136 being original scientific papers. These contributions have earned her a notable MEiN score of 2,480.36 points and an impressive Impact Factor (IF) of 60.190. Seven of her original scientific papers have been recognized by the Philadelphia Institute of Scientific Information in 2021-2022.

INNOVATION AND PATENTS:

In the realm of innovation, Dr. Łaska filed 9 patent inventions in 2020-2021, securing 6 patents from the Patent Office of the Republic of Poland. These patents garnered a total score of 490 points, highlighting her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge through practical applications.

ACADEMIC SUPERVISION AND REVIEW:

Dr. Łaska's commitment to academic mentorship is evident in her current role as the supervisor of 8 ongoing scientific works. She has also successfully supervised 4 completed doctorates, including the prestigious role of supervising the implementation doctorate of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education in 2022. Additionally, she actively participates as a reviewer for scientific monographs and articles in both international and national periodicals.

INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH COOPERATION:

As part of her international research collaboration, Dr. Łaska engages in research focused on the genetic and biological variability of the pasque flower Pulsatilla patens (L.) Mill. in north-eastern Poland. Collaborating with esteemed researchers such as Prof. Jason Hoeksema from the Department of Biology at the University of Mississippi in Oxford and the research team from Palackeho v Olomouci University in the Czech Republic, she contributes to global scientific advancements.

LEADERSHIP AND MEMBERSHIPS:

Dr. Łaska's leadership roles are noteworthy, serving multiple terms as the Vice-President of the Polish Botanical Society and Chairwoman of the Białystok Branch of the Polish Botanical Society. Her memberships in national and international ecological and pharmaceutical organizations, including PAEK, IALE, INTECOL, ASP, and the Polish Society of Ecological Engineering, showcase her broad interdisciplinary engagement.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS:

Dr. Łaska's legacy is built on a foundation of outstanding contributions to academia, research, and environmental sustainability. Her future contributions are poised to further advance scientific knowledge, mentor emerging scholars, and continue her impactful leadership in professional societies.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

The influence of cow dung and mixed straw ashes on steel corrosion.  2021 (13)