Professor, Zhejiang Normal University, China
Prof. Dr. Liguo Shen, a distinguished researcher at Zhejiang Normal University, has made remarkable contributions to environmental science and engineering, particularly in membrane separation processes for water pollution control. Holding a PhD from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and additional training at the Max Planck Society, Dr. Shen has earned accolades such as the IAAM Scientists Award and recognition as a VEBLEO Fellow.
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Academic and Professional Background 🌟📚
Prof. Dr. Liguo Shen earned his PhD from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, with additional training at the Max Planck Society. He is a recipient of prestigious honors, including the IAAM Scientist Award, World’s Top 2% Scientist recognition, and Fellowships from IAAM and VEBLEO. 🌍🔬 Over decades, his research has focused on developing innovative membrane separation processes for water pollution control. 💧♻️ He has published over 190 SCI papers in top-tier journals like Chemical Society Reviews, Nano Energy, and Science Bulletin, with 27 highly cited papers and 12 hotspot papers. His work, cited over 9,000 times, boasts an impressive h-index of 58. 📈✨
Research and Innovations
Prof. Dr. Liguo Shen’s groundbreaking research combines theoretical and technical innovations in membrane technology. 🧠📊 He developed a mathematical model for membrane surface morphology and clarified contamination mechanisms through thermodynamics, integrating XDLVO theory, CFD methods, and neural network technology. 🔍📈 On the technical front, he pioneered the in situ micro-aerated membrane separation system, achieving efficient suppression of membrane pollution. 💡🔧 Additionally, he designed advanced two-dimensional materials for membrane construction, enabling the effective treatment of diverse types of sewage. 🌿💧 These innovations represent significant progress in water purification and environmental sustainability. 🌍♻️
Areas of Research
Prof. Dr. Liguo Shen’s research spans across multiple fields, including Environmental Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, and Chemistry. His work focuses on developing innovative membrane separation techniques, specifically for water purification. 🌊💧 By advancing materials science, he has designed cutting-edge materials to improve the efficiency of membrane processes in water treatment. His expertise in chemical engineering and chemistry further drives the creation of sustainable solutions for environmental pollution control, particularly in addressing water contamination and promoting cleaner water resources. 🌱🔬
Publication Top Notes
- Preparation and characterization of ZnO/polyethersulfone (PES) hybrid membranes – Desalination, 265 citations, 2012 📄
- Membrane fouling in a submerged membrane bioreactor: Impacts of floc size – Chemical Engineering Journal, 243 citations, 2015 💧
- Membrane fouling caused by biological foams in a submerged membrane bioreactor: Mechanism insights – Water Research, 237 citations, 2020 🧪
- Fabrication of high-performance composite nanofiltration membranes for dye wastewater treatment: Mussel-inspired layer-by-layer self-assembly – Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 205 citations, 2020 🧫
- Facile synthesis of 2D TiO2@ MXene composite membrane with enhanced separation and antifouling performance – Journal of Membrane Science, 196 citations, 2021 🔬
- Mechanistic insights into alginate fouling caused by calcium ions based on terahertz time-domain spectra analyses and DFT calculations – Water Research, 186 citations, 2018 🧬
- Inkjet printing of dopamine followed by UV light irradiation to modify mussel-inspired PVDF membrane for efficient oil-water separation – Journal of Membrane Science, 182 citations, 2021 💧🖋️
- Enhanced permeability and antifouling performance of polyether sulfone (PES) membrane via elevating magnetic Ni@ MXene nanoparticles to upper layer in phase inversion process – Journal of Membrane Science, 170 citations, 2021 🧲
- Effect of calcium ions on fouling properties of alginate solution and its mechanisms – Journal of Membrane Science, 154 citations, 2017 🧪
- How to increase maize production without extra nitrogen input – Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 138 citations, 2020 🌾