Hongrui Tian | Polyoxometalates Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Hongrui Tian | Polyoxometalates Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Liaoning Petrochemical University, China

Summary:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hongrui Tian is an accomplished chemist specializing in inorganic chemistry with over 50 published research articles in renowned journals such as Green Chemistry, ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, and Inorganic Chemistry. He serves as a Young Editorial Board Member for the Tungsten and cMat journals, contributing to the advancement of the field through his editorial work.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

  • Doctor of Science, Inorganic Chemistry
    Northeast Normal University, September 2018 – June 2021
  • Master of Science, Physical Chemistry
    Yanbian University, September 2010 – June 2013
  • Bachelor of Science, Applied Chemistry
    Yanbian University, September 2006 – June 2010

🏢 Professional Experience:

  • Associate Professor
    Liaoning Petrochemical University, October 2023 – Present
  • Postdoctoral Fellow
    Southern University of Science and Technology, July 2021 – September 2023
  • Research Assistant
    Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, May 2014 – December 2017

Dr. Hongrui Tian is currently an Associate Professor at Liaoning Petrochemical University, with a solid background in inorganic and physical chemistry. He has previously held a postdoctoral fellowship at Southern University of Science and Technology and worked as a research assistant at the Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry. His research focuses on the preparation and application of crystalline polyoxometalates (POMs) and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for catalyzing organic transformations.

Research Interests:

Dr. Tian’s primary research interests include:

  • Preparation and application of crystalline POMs and MOFs
  • Catalysis in organic transformations
  • Sustainable chemistry and green chemical processes

Top Noted Publication:

An Artificial Enzyme of a Polyoxometalate-Supported Cobalt Complex for the Oxidation of Isochromans to Isochromanones by Activating O₂

  • Authors: Ren, X., Tian, H., Chen, B., Bi, Y., Yang, G.
    Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers
    Year: 2024
    Volume: 11(15)
    Pages: 4740–4747
    Citations: 1

Revealing the Roles of the Dual Active-Sites on a Polyoxometalate-Based Metal–Organic Framework in Catalyzing Knoevenagel Condensations

  • Authors: Dang, T.-Y., Tian, H.-R., Lu, Y., Li, R.-H., Liu, S.-X.
    Journal: Applied Surface Science
    Year: 2024
    Volume: 654
    Article Number: 159459
    Citations: 2

Modulating the Catalytic Properties of Polyoxovanadates with Transition-Metal-Complex Units for Selective Oxidation of Sulfides

  • Authors: Pan, Y., Tian, H., Zheng, Z.
    Journal: Inorganic Chemistry
    Year: 2024
    Volume: 63(12)
    Pages: 5487–5496
    Citations: 4

Solvent- and Additive-Free Dehydrogenation of N-Heterocycles with Oxygen Catalyzed by Polyoxovanadate-Based Metal-Organic Frameworks

  • Authors: Tian, H., Pan, Y., Xu, N., Miao, J., Zheng, Z.
    Journal: Inorganic Chemistry
    Year: 2023
    Volume: 62(49)
    Pages: 20228–20235
    Citations: 4

Additive-Free Selective Oxidation of Aromatic Alcohols with Molecular Oxygen Catalyzed by a Mixed-Valence Polyoxovanadate-Based Metal-Organic Framework

  • Authors: Tian, H., Li, R., Miao, J., Wang, F., Zheng, Z.
    Journal: Dalton Transactions
    Year: 2023
    Volume: 52(26)
    Pages: 9121–9130
    Citations: 5

 

Wonhee Lee | Photocatalytic Films | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Wonhee Lee, Photocatalytic Films, Best Researcher Award

Professor at Sejong University, South Korea

Summary:

Prof. Wonhee Lee obtained his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Kentucky, USA, in 1996. Prior to that, he completed his M.S. and B.A. degrees in Materials Science and Engineering and Metallurgical Engineering, respectively, from the same university. With a rich academic background, Prof. Lee has held various academic and research positions, including Professor and Associate Professor at the Department of Advanced Materials Engineering at Sejong University, Korea. He has also served as a Research Professor at Hanyang University and a Research Associate at the University of Kentucky. Prof. Lee’s research interests span Biomaterials Processing, Powder Metallurgy, Hydrothermal Synthesis, and Surface Modification. Throughout his career, he has made significant contributions to the field of materials science and engineering through his research, publications, and academic leadership.

Professional Profile:

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👩‍🎓Education & Qualification:

Professional experience:  

Prof. Wonhee Lee has an extensive professional experience in academia and research. He has held various positions in different institutions, contributing significantly to the field of materials science and engineering. His professional experience includes:

  • Professor (2009 – present): Department of Advanced Materials Engineering, Sejong University, Korea.
  • Associate Professor (2003 – 2008): Department of Advanced Materials Engineering, Sejong University, Korea.
  • Assistant Professor (2001 – 2002): Department of Advanced Materials Engineering, Sejong University, Korea.
  • Research Professor (1999 – 2000): Department of Materials Engineering, Hanyang University, Korea.
  • Research Associate (1996 – 1998): Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Kentucky, USA.

Throughout his career, Prof. Lee has made significant contributions to various research areas, including biomaterials processing, powder metallurgy, hydrothermal synthesis, and surface modification. His expertise and dedication have established him as a respected figure in the field of materials science and engineering.

Research Interest:

Prof. Wonhee Lee’s research interests encompass a wide range of topics within the field of materials science and engineering. Some of his key research interests include biomaterials processing, focusing on the development of novel materials for medical applications. He also explores powder metallurgy techniques to fabricate advanced materials with tailored properties for various industrial applications. Additionally, Prof. Lee investigates hydrothermal synthesis methods to produce functional materials with unique structures and properties. Another area of interest is surface modification, where he explores techniques to enhance the surface properties of materials for improved performance in specific applications. Overall, Prof. Lee’s research interests span across multiple disciplines, aiming to address critical challenges and contribute to advancements in materials science and engineering.

Publication Top Noted:

Title: Synthesis of TiC reinforced Ti matrix composites by spark plasma sintering and electric discharge sintering: A comparative assessment of microstructural and mechanical properties

  • Authors: W.H. Lee, J.G. Seong, Y.H. Yoon, …, H.G. Lee, S.Y. Chang
  • Journal: Ceramics International
  • Year: 2019
  • Volume: 45
  • Issue: 7
  • Pages: 8108–8114
  • Citations: 24

Title: Rapid self-sustaining consolidation of titanium silicide (Ti5Si3) via transient liquid phase reaction induced by an electric discharge

  • Authors: W.H. Lee, Y.W. Cheon, Y.H. Yoon, …, C.J. Van Tyne, H.G. Lee
  • Journal: International Journal of Refractory Metals and Hard Materials
  • Year: 2019
  • Volume: 80
  • Pages: 174–180
  • Citations: 2

Title: Mesoporous titania films templated by cellulose nanocrystals: morphological and spectrophotometric properties

  • Authors: Y.H. Yoon, S.Y. Lee, J.G. Gwon, …, Q. Wu, W.H. Lee
  • Journal: Cellulose
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 25
  • Issue: 11
  • Pages: 6591–6602
  • Citations: 5

Title: Carbide formation in electric-discharge-sintered Ti3Al compact caused by steric acid in ball-milled Ti and Al powder mixture

  • Authors: W.H. Lee, Y.W. Cheon, K.B. Kim, …, C.J. Van Tyne, S.Y. Chang
  • Journal: Ceramics International
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 44
  • Issue: 16
  • Pages: 19771–19778
  • Citations: 4

Title: Photocatalytic performance of highly transparent and mesoporous molybdenum-doped titania films fabricated by templating cellulose nanocrystals

  • Authors: Y.H. Yoon, S.Y. Lee, J.G. Gwon, …, Y.H. Kim, W.H. Lee
  • Journal: Ceramics International
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 44
  • Issue: 14
  • Pages: 16647–16653
  • Citations: 18