Qingxia Chen | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Qingxia Chen | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Jiangnan university | China

Dr. Qingxia Chen currently serves as an Associate Professor at the School of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Jiangnan University. With a strong background in inorganic chemistry and nanomaterials, she has steadily built a reputation as a leading young researcher in the field of advanced material design. Her research contributions—marked by innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and impactful publications—have earned her numerous recognitions and competitive grants.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

Dr. Qingxia Chen demonstrates a remarkable trajectory in the field of chemical engineering and inorganic chemistry. With a Ph.D. from the University of Science and Technology of China and current service as an Associate Professor at Jiangnan University, her academic foundation is both prestigious and robust. She has participated in and hosted several significant national and international research projects, including high-profile programs funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Ministry of Science and Technology.

Her research portfolio is exceptional, reflecting a strong focus on nanomaterials, electrocatalysis, and structural design. Notably, she has co-authored several high-impact papers in top-tier journals such as Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS) and Nature Communications. Her contributions as co-first and co-corresponding author highlight leadership and innovation in collaborative research.

🎓 Education

Dr. Chen began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and Technology from Hefei University of Technology (2010–2014). She pursued her Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Science and Technology of China (2014–2019), where she focused on the synthesis and engineering of nanostructured materials.

🧑‍🔬 Experience

Following her doctoral studies, Dr. Chen conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Science and Technology of China from November 2019 to August 2022. She then joined Jiangnan University as an Associate Professor, where she continues to lead innovative research in nanomaterials, catalysis, and electrochemistry. Her collaborative work spans national and international institutions and has resulted in impactful technological advancements.

🔬 Research Interests On Chemistry and Materials Science

Dr. Chen’s research interests center around the design, assembly, and application of nanomaterials, particularly in electrocatalysis, energy conversion, and microstructural engineering. Her current focus includes the development of ordered nanostructures and chiral nanomagnetic materials, with particular emphasis on their electrochemical and catalytic behavior under confined conditions. Her innovative approach merges synthetic chemistry with physical characterization techniques such as synchrotron radiation.

🏆 Awards

Dr. Chen’s excellence has been recognized with several prestigious awards:

  • Postdoctoral Innovation Talent Support Program (2020), awarded by the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation

  • Special Research Assistant Support Program (2020), Chinese Academy of Sciences

  • Mozi Outstanding Youth Special Allowance (2020), University of Science and Technology of China
    These honors reflect her leadership potential and the significant promise of her research contributions.

📚 Publications

Dr. Qingxia Chen has co-authored several high-impact publications in leading journals. Below are selected works:

  1. Ordered Nanostructure Enhances Electrocatalytic Performance by Directional Micro-Electric Field, J. Am. Chem. Soc., 2019, 141(27), 10729–10735. Cited by 350+ articles.

  2. Microchemical Engineering in a 3D Ordered Channel Enhances Electrocatalysis, J. Am. Chem. Soc., 2021, 143(32), 12600–12608. Cited by 120+ articles.

  3. Stress-Induced Ordering Evolution of 1D Segmented Heteronanostructures and Their Chemical Post-Transformations, Nat. Commun., 2024, 15(1): 3208. Cited by 10+ articles.

  4. Regulated Photocatalytic CO₂-to-CH₃OH Pathway by Synergetic Dual Active Sites of Interlayer, J. Am. Chem. Soc., 2024, 146(38), 26478–26484. Cited by 5+ articles.

  5. Confined CO in a Sandwich Structure Promotes C-C Coupling in Electrocatalytic CO₂ Reduction, Mater. Horiz., 2024, 11(17), 4183–4189. Cited by 3+ articles.

✅ Conclusion

Dr. Qingxia Chen stands as a dynamic and promising researcher whose contributions in nanomaterials and electrocatalysis are already shaping the field. Her role as a co-first and co-corresponding author in several top-tier journals underscores her scientific leadership. With a blend of academic rigor, innovation, and recognized achievements, she is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her journey is not only inspiring but also indicative of a sustained and growing impact in chemical science.

Jiten Yadav | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jiten Yadav | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Chandiagrh University, Punjab | India

Dr. Jiten Yadav is a dynamic and accomplished Materials Research Scientist, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the University Centre of Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Punjab, India. With a Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry and over five years of dedicated research, he specializes in nanomaterials, hybrid composites, biofuels, environmental remediation, and sustainable technologies. Renowned for his innovative synthesis of functional materials and nanocomposites, Dr. Yadav has made significant strides in both academic and applied science. His multidisciplinary work bridges energy solutions, biomedical innovations, and pollution management, earning him recognition through numerous awards, publications, patents, and collaborative projects with national and international research bodies.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

Dr. Jiten Yadav’s prolific contributions in materials chemistry, nanotechnology, biofuels, and environmental remediation establish him as a research leader in his domain. His strengths include:

  • Research Productivity: With 14+ peer-reviewed publications, several of which are published in high-impact journals (IF > 5), and multiple manuscripts under review, Dr. Yadav demonstrates consistent scholarly output.

  • Patent Innovations: He has filed two patents, including a portable water filtering apparatus, reflecting his ability to translate lab research into real-world applications.

  • Interdisciplinary Expertise: His work spans nanomaterials, biomass, biosensors, catalysis, and wastewater treatment—showcasing broad applicability in energy, health, and environment sectors.

  • Instrumentation Mastery: He exhibits strong command over advanced instruments like XRD, FESEM, HRTEM, and CVD, critical for high-level materials research.

  • Academic Service & Mentorship: As a Board of Studies Member at Chandigarh University and mentor to postgraduate students, he contributes actively to curriculum development and research training.

  • Recognition and Presentations: He has received multiple oral/poster awards and participated in over 10 international/national conferences, proving his recognition in the academic community.

  • Collaborative Network: Dr. Yadav collaborates with researchers across India, Chile, the USA, and Poland, adding international value to his research network.

🎓 Education

Dr. Yadav holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry (2020–2024) and a Master’s of Science in Chemistry (2018–2020), both from Chandigarh University, Punjab, India. His foundational knowledge stems from a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (2015–2018), completed at Maharishi Dayanand University, Haryana. His education reflects a strong grounding in material science, advanced chemistry, and interdisciplinary applications.

👨‍🏫 Experience

Currently an Assistant Professor at Chandigarh University, Dr. Yadav leads high-impact research, mentors postgraduate students, and fosters academic-industry collaboration. His previous research engagements include significant industrial training with Ind-Swift, Ranbaxy, Cipla, and GSK. He has contributed to curriculum development as a Board of Studies Member, organized faculty workshops, and served as a session presenter in analytical and nanotechnology seminars. His teaching portfolio spans hands-on lab instruction and the supervision of master’s thesis projects.

🔍 Research Interest On Material Science

Dr. Yadav’s research spans nanomaterials, metal oxides, biosensors, polymer science, catalysts, biomass-derived fuels, and 2D materials like MXenes and graphene. His primary focus lies in energy conversion, photocatalytic degradation, wastewater treatment, and environmental remediation. With a hands-on approach to synthesizing sustainable materials, his work integrates green chemistry principles to drive innovation in energy, biomedicine, and environmental sciences.

🏅 Awards & Honors

Dr. Yadav has received four Best Poster/Oral Presentation Awards at national and international conferences between 2020 and 2023. As a Board of Studies Member at Chandigarh University, he has significantly contributed to academic excellence and curriculum enhancement. His leadership has been instrumental in organizing workshops on nanoscience and sustainable chemistry. He is also an active reviewer for prestigious journals like Applied Surface Science Advances, Heliyon, Scientific Reports, and MDPI Journals.

📚 Publications

  1. Biosensor detection of COVID-19 in lung cancer: Hedgehog and mucin signaling insights
    Authors: H. Marwah, J. Pant, J. Yadav, K. Shah, H.K. Dewangan
    Year: 2023
    Cited by: 18

  2. Malachite green dye purification from effluent using synthesized ceramic clay: Characterisation; optimization and scale up
    Authors: J. Yadav, O. Sahu
    Year: 2023
    Cited by: 14

  3. A review: on malachite green; synthesis, uses and toxic effects
    Authors: J. Yadav, K. Qanungo
    Year: 2023
    Cited by: 13

  4. Dye removal of cationic dye from aqueous solution through acid functionalized ceramic
    Authors: J. Yadav, O. Sahu
    Year: 2023
    Cited by: 11

  5. Bioadsorption of dye from textile effluent with surface response methodology
    Authors: J. Yadav, O. Sahu, H. Marwah
    Year: 2022
    Cited by: 5

  6. Optimizing malachite green dye removal with nano-silica clay in fixed-bed reactors
    Authors: J. Yadav, H. Marwah, J. Pant, J. Kumar
    Year: 2024
    Cited by: 2

  7. Identification of the Casparian strip integrity factor (CIF) gene family in Brassica napus and functional prediction of mature CIF small peptides
    Authors: M. Cheng, H. Hu, R. Chen, L. He, S. Wang, Y. Zheng, J. Yadav, H.O. Elansary, …
    Year: 2025

  8. Textile Wastewater Treatment for Basic Fuchsin Dye Removal using Highly Efficient Nano Earthenware Clay in Fixed-Bed Reactors
    Authors: J. Yadav, S. Chahal, V. Kashyap, K. Saxena, C. Kumar
    Year: 2025

  9. Investigation of nanoscale surface roughness, fractal growth, optical constant and dispersion parameters of rf-sputtered CdS thin films for high-performance metal–semiconductor …
    Authors: S. Pathak, S. Chaudhary, M. Shrivastav, J. Yadav, S. Shukla, Ş. Ţălu, …
    Year: 2025

  10. A Review on Biodiesel Production
    Authors: J. Yadav, O. Sahu
    Year: 2021

✅ Conclusion

With an exceptional record in materials chemistry, environmental applications, and sustainable nanotechnology, Dr. Jiten Yadav exemplifies scientific excellence, innovation, and societal impact. His versatile experience—from leading lab-based research to developing policy and mentoring students—underscores his role as a future leader in science and engineering. His contributions in publications, patents, pedagogy, and practical technologies stand as a testament to his dedication and influence.