JINYANG ZHANG | Chemistry | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

Dual-Channel TENG Probe for Pb2+ Detection in Drinking Water

Jinyang Zhang
Affiliation Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Country China
Documents 33
Citations 1,436
h-index 23
Subject Area Chemistry
Award Category Best Paper Award
ORCID 0000-0003-0984-3218
Google Scholar Scholar Profile
Event Best Paper Awards

The Best Paper Award recognizes the outstanding scholarly contributions of Jinyang Zhang from the Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China. With distinguished achievements in the field of Chemistry, Jinyang Zhang has advanced scientific research through innovative publications in nanotechnology, analytical chemistry, and environmental sensing. The award particularly recognizes the paper “Dual-Channel TENG Probe for Pb2+ Detection in Drinking Water”, highlighting excellence in scientific innovation, research quality, and contributions to environmental monitoring and public health.

Abstract

The Best Paper Award honors Jinyang Zhang for outstanding research excellence in Chemistry and nanotechnology. The award-winning study, “Dual-Channel TENG Probe for Pb2+ Detection in Drinking Water”, demonstrates innovative application of triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) technology for highly sensitive detection of lead ions in drinking water. With 33 scholarly publications, 1,436 citations, and an h-index of 23, Jinyang Zhang has established significant academic influence through impactful research that bridges materials science, analytical chemistry, and environmental sustainability. This recognition celebrates scientific originality, publication quality, and meaningful contributions to global research.

Keywords

Chemistry; Triboelectric Nanogenerator; TENG Sensor; Lead Ion Detection; Drinking Water Safety; Nanotechnology; Environmental Monitoring; Analytical Chemistry; Scientific Innovation; Best Paper Award.

Introduction

Modern chemistry increasingly integrates nanotechnology, advanced materials, and intelligent sensing systems to address environmental and public health challenges. The Best Paper Award recognizes researchers whose work demonstrates originality, scientific rigor, and practical significance. Jinyang Zhang’s research exemplifies these qualities through the development of innovative sensing technologies capable of improving environmental monitoring and water quality assessment.

Research Profile

Jinyang Zhang is affiliated with the Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, one of China’s leading research institutions in nanoscience and energy technologies. With 33 publications, 1,436 citations, and an h-index of 23, the researcher has established a strong academic presence in Chemistry, nanomaterials, and sensor technology. The publication record reflects sustained contributions to interdisciplinary research that combines chemistry, materials science, and engineering to solve real-world scientific challenges.

Scientific Background

Chemical sensing technologies have become increasingly important for ensuring environmental safety and protecting public health. The development of highly sensitive, portable, and energy-efficient detection systems represents a significant area of modern chemical research. Jinyang Zhang’s work contributes to this field through innovative triboelectric nanogenerator-based sensing platforms that enable accurate detection of hazardous heavy metal contaminants, particularly lead ions (Pb2+) in drinking water.

Methodology

The Best Paper Award recognizes excellence based on originality, scientific quality, publication impact, citation performance, and practical significance. Jinyang Zhang’s research demonstrates methodological rigor through the integration of advanced nanomaterials, triboelectric sensing mechanisms, and analytical chemistry techniques. The award-winning study presents an innovative dual-channel TENG probe that enhances sensitivity and reliability for environmental chemical analysis.

Research Impact

Jinyang Zhang’s research has received substantial scholarly recognition, reflected by 1,436 citations and an h-index of 23. The research contributes to advances in chemical sensing, nanotechnology, and environmental monitoring while supporting the development of practical technologies for water quality assessment. The award-winning publication demonstrates how interdisciplinary scientific innovation can address global environmental and public health concerns.

Scientific Contributions

Through pioneering research in triboelectric nanogenerators, chemical sensing, and nanomaterials, Jinyang Zhang has contributed to the advancement of analytical chemistry and environmental science. The development of dual-channel sensing technology provides new opportunities for portable, accurate, and sustainable detection systems that can support environmental protection, public safety, and future scientific innovation.

Conclusion

The Best Paper Award recognizes Jinyang Zhang’s outstanding contributions to Chemistry through innovative scientific research and high-impact scholarly publications. The award-winning paper, “Dual-Channel TENG Probe for Pb2+ Detection in Drinking Water”, represents excellence in analytical chemistry, nanotechnology, and environmental sensing. With an impressive citation record and continued commitment to scientific innovation, Jinyang Zhang contributes significantly to advancing global chemical research and sustainable environmental technologies.

References

  1. ORCID Author Profile.
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  2. Google Scholar Author Profile.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=54RqQ5wAAAAJ&hl=en
  3. Best Paper Awards.
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Fyodor Malchik | Chemistry | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc Prof. Dr. Fyodor Malchik | Chemistry | Editorial Board Member 

Al-Farabi Kazakh National University | Kazakhstan

Malchik Fyodor is an accomplished electrochemist and materials scientist affiliated with al-Farabi Kazakh National University, with a verified scholarly profile reflecting strong global impact in the fields of electrochemistry, battery technology, and advanced cathode materials. He has accumulated over 850 citations with an h-index of 14 and an i10-index of 19, demonstrating both productivity and sustained influence since 2020. His research centers on next-generation aqueous and hybrid energy storage systems, with particular emphasis on MXene-based electrodes, water-in-salt electrolytes, sodium- and lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and electrochemical reaction mechanisms. His most highly cited works include landmark studies on electrochemical anomalies in titanium carbide MXenes, anion insertion behavior in MXenes, and MXene conductive binders for high-performance sodium-ion anodes, all of which have significantly advanced understanding of ion transport and interfacial phenomena in aqueous electrolytes. He has also made notable contributions to high-voltage aqueous lithium-ion batteries, hybrid energy storage devices, and polyimide-based post-lithium storage systems. Beyond MXenes, his portfolio spans zinc, manganese, and multivalent ion batteries, hydrogen evolution electrocatalysis, flexible microbatteries, and metal hydride electrodes. Malchik’s work integrates in-situ electrochemical characterization, EQCM-D analysis, and materials engineering to bridge fundamental mechanisms with practical device performance. He is an active contributor to high-impact journals such as ACS Nano, Journal of the American Chemical Society, Nano Energy, ACS Energy Letters, and Energy Storage Materials. In recent years, his research has expanded toward sustainability-driven technologies including hydrogen storage, aqueous electrolyte optimization, supercapacitor membranes, and recycling-related electrochemical processes. Through extensive international collaborations and steady publication output across more than a decade, Malchik Fyodor has established himself as a key contributor to modern electrochemical energy storage and conversion science, with growing relevance to both academic research and industrial energy technologies.

Profiles: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Wang, X., Mathis, T. S., Sun, Y., Tsai, W. Y., Shpigel, N., Shao, H., Zhang, D., Malchik, F., Gogotsi, Y., & Aurbach, D. (2021). Titanium carbide MXene shows an electrochemical anomaly in water-in-salt electrolytes. ACS Nano, 15(9), 15274–15284.

Shpigel, N., Chakraborty, A., Malchik, F., Bergman, G., Nimkar, A., Gavriel, B., Levi, M. D., & Aurbach, D. (2021). Can anions be inserted into MXene? Journal of the American Chemical Society, 143(32), 12552–12559.

Malchik, F., Shpigel, N., Levi, M. D., Penki, T. R., Gavriel, B., Bergman, G., & Aurbach, D. (2021). MXene conductive binder for improving performance of sodium-ion anodes in water-in-salt electrolyte. Nano Energy, 79, 105433.

Malchik, F., Shpigel, N., Levi, M. D., Mathis, T. S., Mor, A., Gogotsi, Y., & Aurbach, D. (2019). Superfast high-energy storage hybrid device composed of MXene and Chevrel-phase electrodes operated in saturated LiCl electrolyte solution. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 7(34), 19761–19773.

Nimkar, A., Bergman, G., Ballas, E., Tubul, N., Levi, N., Malchik, F., Kukurayeva, I., & Aurbach, D. (2023). Polyimide compounds for post-lithium energy storage applications. Angewandte Chemie, 135(50), e202306904.

Driving the frontier of aqueous and hybrid energy storage, the nominee’s research on MXenes, advanced electrolytes, and next-generation battery materials has reshaped fundamental understanding of ion transport while enabling safer, high-performance energy devices. This work directly supports global transitions toward sustainable electrification, scalable energy storage, and hydrogen technologies with strong industrial and societal impact.

Panduragan Vijayalakshmi | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Panduragan Vijayalakshmi | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences | India

Prof. Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan is an emerging researcher whose academic trajectory and scholarly contributions strongly support her suitability for a Best Researcher Award. Currently affiliated with the Center for Global Health Research at Saveetha University, Chennai, she has already established a solid research foundation following her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Tamil Nadu Open University (2024) and M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Madras (2016). Her research portfolio demonstrates a consistent focus on advanced nanocomposites and photocatalytic materials with significant applications in environmental remediation, particularly in the degradation of pharmaceutical contaminants and pesticides under visible light. Prof. Pandurangan has authored multiple high-impact journal articles in reputed journals including Electrochimica Acta, Asian Journal of Chemistry, Emergent Materials, and Journal of Materials Research, showcasing her capability to conduct rigorous experimental work, mechanistic analysis, and performance evaluation. Her contributions include innovative fabrication of symmetric PANI/CeVO4 supercapacitors, graphitic carbon nitride/CdS heterostructures, and Z-scheme V2O5/g-C3N4/ZnO nanocomposites, all reflecting strong interdisciplinary expertise bridging chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering. Moreover, her work has practical implications for sustainable environmental management, including the efficient degradation of amoxicillin, chlorpyrifos, and methylene blue, highlighting both scientific rigor and societal relevance. Her active engagement in collaborative research, evident from multi-author publications, further demonstrates her ability to work in team-based, solution-oriented scientific projects. Beyond research output, Prof. Pandurangan’s focus on emerging nanotechnologies and green chemistry solutions illustrates forward-looking, innovative thinking—a core criterion for recognizing excellence in research. Taken together, her impressive publication record, impactful scientific contributions, interdisciplinary expertise, and clear societal relevance firmly establish Prof. Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan as a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, reflecting both her current achievements and future potential to advance the frontiers of chemistry and environmental nanotechnology.

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Featured Publications

  1. Pandurangan, V., Visnu Sasithra. (2025). Visible-light-activated graphitic carbon nitride/CdS heterostructure for superior photocatalytic removal of amoxicillin. Asian Journal of Chemistry, 37(7), 34205.

  2. Abirami, S., Kumar, E., Vigneshwaran, B., Pandurangan, V. (2025). Fabrication of symmetric PANI/CeVO4 nanocomposites supercapacitor device: Electrochemical characterization and performance evaluation. Electrochimica Acta, 146512.

  3. Pandurangan, V. (2025). Photocatalytic nanocomposites for amoxicillin degradation: Mechanistic insights, kinetics, and environmental implications. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 24(7), 2025-2035.

  4. Pandurangan, V., Ramana Gangireddy, Lakshmi Thangavelu, S. Visnu. (2025). Photocatalytic performance of SnO2 nanoparticles for the efficient degradation of chlorpyrifos pesticide under visible light irradiation. Asian Journal of Chemistry, 37(5), 33777.

  5. Pandurangan, V., Abirami Selvakumar, Vigneshwaran Baskaran, Royapuram Veeraragavan Geetha. (2025). Enhanced photocatalytic activity of Z-scheme ZrO2/V2O5 nanocomposite with graphite carbon nitride for effective degradation of amoxicillin and crystal violet under visible light. Emergent Materials, 8(4), 1025.