Shujun Li | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shujun Li | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Ph.D. in Materials at University of Science & Engineering | China

Dr. Shujun Li is a highly accomplished materials scientist currently serving as a researcher at Sichuan University of Science & Engineering. With a Ph.D. in Engineering from Lanzhou University of Technology (2023), Dr. Li has established himself in the fields of nanotechnology, metallic material engineering, and environmental remediation. His dedication to science is reflected in his contributions to cutting-edge research projects, patented technologies, and the mentorship of future scientists. Through practical innovations and scholarly excellence, he continues to advance the integration of nanomaterials into real-world applications, particularly in addressing industrial and ecological challenges.

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Education

Dr. Shujun Li earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering in 2023 from Lanzhou University of Technology, a premier institution known for technological research. His academic journey was driven by a passion for materials science, with a specialized focus on nano-functional materials, new energy applications, and metal quality control systems. During his doctoral studies, he laid the groundwork for several high-impact innovations and engaged in multidisciplinary research that bridged chemical engineering, metallurgy, and environmental science an academic foundation that continues to influence his current research endeavors.

Experience

Over the years, Dr. Shujun Li has accumulated significant experience in both academic and industry-focused research. He has led four enterprise-level industrial projects and a university-funded scientific initiative, all of which were geared toward the development and optimization of advanced materials. He also contributed to a high-profile National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) project, reflecting his credibility and national recognition. His hands-on work includes collaboration with engineering teams, supervising student researchers, and translating laboratory discoveries into commercially viable solutions demonstrating his unique ability to connect theory with practical impact.

Research Interest

Dr. Shujun Li research interests are at the intersection of material innovation and environmental responsibility. He specializes in the preparation and application of nanomaterials and metallic materials, particularly their use in pollution control, heavy metal removal, and sustainable construction. His recent work on nano-composites for radioactive wastewater treatment, industrial slag identification, and ultra-high-strength automotive steel reflects a strategic focus on solving high-stakes industrial and ecological problems. His passion for functional materials aligns closely with global needs for sustainability, innovation, and cleaner technologies.

Awards

Dr. Shujun Li has received three prestigious awards in recognition of his scientific and technical excellence. Among them, he was notably honored as the “Sichuan Outstanding Instructor”, a title awarded for his exceptional mentorship that enabled students to achieve national honors in physics competitions. His ability to combine academic leadership with research innovation has positioned him as both a top-tier scientist and a transformative educator. These accolades affirm his status as an influential figure within his field, acknowledged for both scholarly impact and academic contribution.

Publications

Dr. Shujun Li has made significant strides in the fields of nanomaterials and metallurgical science, authoring 12 peer reviewed articles in high-impact SCI-indexed journals, with 6 of these as first author.

  1. Adsorption performance of nano-composites for radioactive wastewater treatment
    Journal: Hazardous Materials
    Published on: May 2023
    Citation: 22

  2. Slag phase analysis via XRD coupled spectroscopy
    Journal: Materials Chemistry and Physics
    Published on: September 2022
    Citation: 15

  3. Mechanical behavior of ultra-high-strength automotive steel
    Journal: Materials Science and Engineering 
    Published on: March 2021
    Citation: 18

  4. Nano-ZnO modified biochar for cadmium removal in water treatment
    Journal: Chemosphere
    Published on: December 2020
    Citation: 20

  5. Graphene-oxide enhanced aluminum alloy composites
    Journal: Alloys and Compounds
    Published on: July 2020
    Citation: 13

  6. Thermal stability of nickel-titanium shape memory alloys
    Journal: Materials Letters
    Published on: February 2019
    Citation: 10

Conclusion

Dr. Shujun Li is a prominent researcher whose work resonates with the core values of scientific innovation, interdisciplinary impact, and community advancement. His expertise in nano-functional and metallic materials has not only resulted in real-world industrial applications and environmental benefits but has also strengthened China’s position in advanced material science. As a committed educator and a pioneering scientist, Dr. Li is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His journey continues to inspire academic excellence and forge new pathways in forensic, environmental, and materials science.

Xueen Fang | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Xueen Fang | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Fudan University | China

Dr. Xueen Fang is a distinguished male professor at Fudan University and a doctoral supervisor. He is a jointly appointed professor under the Ministry of Education’s prestigious “Changjiang Scholars” program and recognized as a young top-notch talent under the national “Ten Thousand Talents Program.” Since joining Fudan University in 2014, Fang has been deeply involved in teaching, research, and fostering industry-academia collaborations, specializing in micro-nano clinical chemistry. His pioneering work in rapid nucleic acid testing has made significant contributions to public health and national security.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. Outstanding Academic and Professional Credentials
    Fang Xuen holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Biology from a prestigious university (Fudan University) and serves as a professor and doctoral supervisor. His joint appointment as a “Changjiang Scholar” and recognition as a top talent under the national “Ten Thousand Talents Program” highlight his academic excellence and national prominence.

  2. Pioneering Research Contributions
    He was among the earliest researchers globally to apply microfluidic confinement systems to point-of-care testing (POCT) molecular diagnostics. His leadership in developing rapid, on-site nucleic acid testing systems has direct and critical public health impact, especially in combating pandemics and zoonotic diseases.

  3. Significant Research Funding and Project Leadership
    Fang Xuen has successfully secured and led major national research projects funded by top agencies such as the Ministry of Science and Technology and the National Natural Science Foundation, underscoring his capability to manage high-impact, cutting-edge research.

  4. High-Impact Publications and Patents
    With over 60 publications in prestigious international journals, multiple cover stories, and over 1,500 citations, his scientific output is both prolific and influential. Furthermore, he has secured more than 60 invention patents (national and international), including award-winning innovations, demonstrating his prowess in translating research into practical technologies.

  5. Successful Technology Commercialization
    He has led the registration and approval of important diagnostic reagents and automated testing devices, with patented technology generating significant economic value (over 16 million yuan), bridging the gap between academia and industry.

  6. Professional Service and Leadership
    Serving on national committees and editorial/review boards of top journals indicates his respected status in the scientific community. His role in authoring chapters in key monographs also reflects his expertise and leadership in the field.

🎓 Education

Fang Xuen earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Biology from Fudan University in 2012. Following his doctoral studies, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology from 2012 to 2013, where he further refined his expertise in cutting-edge chemical and biological research.

💼 Experience

In March 2014, Fang joined the Department of Chemistry at Fudan University through a talent introduction program. He has led major national research projects, including key R&D programs funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the National Natural Science Foundation. Fang has served as a reviewer for leading journals and is an inventor on more than 60 national and international patents, including several that have been transformed into commercially valuable technologies.

🔬 Research Interest On Chemical Engineering

Fang’s research primarily focuses on micro-nano clinical chemistry, with a particular emphasis on microfluidic confinement systems for point-of-care testing (POCT) in molecular diagnostics. His work addresses the urgent need for rapid nucleic acid testing technologies to detect emerging pathogens, playing a critical role in combating infectious diseases such as African Swine Fever and COVID-19.

🏆 Awards

Fang Xuen’s innovative contributions have earned him numerous accolades including the Shanghai Youth Science and Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award, the Silver Award at the 48th Geneva Exhibition of Inventions, the Third Prize of the Shanghai Higher Education Students’ Invention and Creation, and multiple awards at the National Challenge Cup Entrepreneurship Competition.

📚 Publications

  • Rapid differential diagnosis of the B.1.617.2 (delta) variant of SARS-CoV-2 using an automated Cas12a–microfluidic system

    • Authors: Pintao Li, Jin Zhang, Qiuyuan Lin, Jilie Kong, Xueen Fang

    • Year: 2021

  • Wearable chem-biosensing devices: from basic research to commercial market

    • Authors: Bin Yang, Xingyu Jiang, Xueen Fang, Jilie Kong

    • Year: 2021

  • Loop-mediated isothermal amplification technique: principle, development and wide application in food safety

    • Authors: Tianzeng Huang, Linzhi Li, Xing Liu, Qi Chen, Xueen Fang, Jilie Kong, Mohamed S. Draz, Hongmei Cao

    • Year: 2020

  • Rapid and simultaneous analysis of twelve virulence factor genes by a microfluidic-CFPA chip for identifying diarrheagenic Escherichia coli

    • Authors: Bin Yang, Yiling Fan, Yang Li, Jun Yan, Xueen Fang, Jilie Kong

    • Year: 2020

  • A hybridization chain reaction coupled with gold nanoparticles for allergen gene detection in peanut, soybean and sesame DNAs

    • Authors: Dan Yuan, Xueen Fang, Yongxin Liu, Jilie Kong, Qin Chen

    • Year: 2019

  • A novel exonuclease-assisted isothermal nucleic acid amplification with ultrahigh specificity mediated by full-length Bst DNA polymerase

    • Authors: Xin Ye, Yang Li, Lijuan Wang, Xueen Fang, Jilie Kong

    • Year: 2018

🔚 Conclusion

Professor Fang Xuen stands at the forefront of micro-nano clinical chemistry, combining academic excellence with impactful innovations that have enhanced pathogen detection and public health responses globally. His commitment to interdisciplinary teaching and talent cultivation continues to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers at Fudan University and beyond.