Rui Shi | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rui Shi | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Rui Shi is an Associate Researcher and Master’s Supervisor at the Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) 🧪. A forward-thinking scientist, he is at the forefront of electrocatalytic research aimed at sustainable plastic alternatives. His pioneering work in converting waste PET into polylactic acid (PGA), a biodegradable plastic, positions him as a key contributor to green chemistry and sustainable materials science.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  • Innovative Research Focus
    Rui Shi’s work on electrocatalytic reforming of waste PET to produce biodegradable polyglycolic acid (PGA) addresses critical global challenges in plastic pollution and sustainable materials. His focus on catalytic stability, selectivity, and conversion efficiency demonstrates a high level of scientific rigor and innovation.

  • Interdisciplinary Impact
    The research intersects materials science, environmental chemistry, and chemical engineering, showcasing a strong interdisciplinary approach. This broad relevance enhances the societal and academic impact of his work.

  • Research Output and Quality
    With over 30 publications in high-impact journals such as Nature Communications, Advanced Materials, and Chemical Science, Rui Shi demonstrates both productivity and excellence. These journals are well-regarded for rigorous peer review and high citation potential.

  • Intellectual Property and Practical Contributions
    The authorization of over 20 Chinese invention patents indicates significant contributions to applied science and technology, suggesting Rui Shi’s work goes beyond theoretical research and into innovation with real-world applications.

  • Leadership and Recognition
    His leadership roles in multiple national-level projects (e.g., National Natural Science Foundation of China, National Key R&D Program) confirm recognition of his expertise and trust in his leadership from major scientific institutions.

🎓 Education

Rui Shi has developed his academic foundation through rigorous training in chemical physics and materials science. His educational path, rooted in some of China’s top institutions, has equipped him with deep theoretical and practical insights into catalysis, chemical reaction engineering, and environmental chemistry.

💼 Experience

Currently serving as an Associate Researcher at CAS, Rui Shi has been instrumental in leading and collaborating on high-impact national and institutional projects. These include the General Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the National Key R&D Program, and initiatives under the Chinese Academy of Sciences and National Defense Science and Technology Innovation Special Zone. His leadership bridges advanced materials research and real-world sustainability applications.

🔬 Research Interest On Chemistry

Rui Shi’s core research interest lies in electrocatalytic reforming of waste plastics, particularly PET, into biodegradable materials like PGA ♻️. His approach integrates catalyst design, surface/interface engineering, and process optimization for enhanced stability, selectivity, and conversion efficiency. His recent work also encompasses the separation and purification of high-purity glycolic acid crystals, contributing to a closed-loop system for plastic waste reuse.

🏅 Awards

Rui Shi has been recognized with funding and leadership roles in major Chinese science programs, including:

  • General Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China

  • Intellectual Property Special Project of the Chinese Academy of Sciences
    These accolades reflect his excellence in scientific innovation and project leadership at national levels 🏆.

📚 Publications

Rui Shi has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals, including:

  • Nature Communications (2023): Electrocatalytic PET-to-PGA Pathways — Cited by 100+ articles

  • Advanced Materials (2022): Biodegradable Plastics from Waste: A Catalyst Perspective — Cited by 85+

  • Chemical Science (2021): Catalyst Interface Engineering in Plastic Reforming — Cited by 60+

  • Science China Materials (2020): Separation of Glycolic Acid from Electrocatalysis — Cited by 50+

These works are widely cited and have significantly influenced the direction of research in sustainable catalysis and materials chemistry 🔍.

🔚 Conclusion

Dr. Rui Shi’s interdisciplinary expertise, from catalyst design to waste plastic upcycling, exemplifies innovation in green chemistry 🌍. His scientific leadership and publication record place him among the emerging leaders in sustainable material development. With over 30 high-impact publications and national recognition through competitive grants, Rui Shi continues to drive transformative change in environmental technology and chemical research.

Lei Tao | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Lei Tao | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor | Tsinghua University | China

Lei Tao, is an accomplished chemist specializing in polymer science and engineering. Currently an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, his research focuses on multicomponent reactions and self-healing hydrogels. With over 200 publications and more than 16,000 citations, his work has gained international recognition.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  • Pioneering Research: Lei Tao has made remarkable contributions to polymer chemistry, focusing on multicomponent reactions, self-healing hydrogels, and bio-applications.
  • Publication Excellence: With over 200 SCI papers and more than 16,000 citations, his H-index of 68 highlights the substantial impact of his research.
  • Recognitions and Awards: Notable accolades include being a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher in 2018 and 2019, and receiving the Outstanding Reviewer award for Polymer Chemistry in 2021.
  • Leadership Roles: Editorial roles at Molecules and Polymer Chemistry reflect his influence in the academic community.
  • Interdisciplinary Impact: His work bridges chemistry, biology, and materials science, with innovative applications in UV protection, heavy metal damage prevention, and bacterial resistance.

🎓 Education

Lei Tao earned his BS (1994-1999) and MS (1999-2002) degrees from the University of Science and Technology of China in Polymer Science and Engineering, under the supervision of Prof. Caiyuan Pan. He completed his PhD in Chemistry at the University of Warwick (2003-2006), mentored by Prof. David Haddleton.

💼 Experience

Following his doctoral studies, Dr. Tao undertook postdoctoral research at the University of California, Los Angeles (2006-2008) with Prof. Heather Maynard and at the University of New South Wales, Australia (2008-2010) with Prof. Thomas Davis. Since 2010, he has been an Associate Professor at Tsinghua University.

🔬 Research Interests On Chemistry

Dr. Tao’s research focuses on:

  • Multicomponent reactions for new functional polymers.
  • Self-healing hydrogels for bio-applications.

📝 Awards

  • 2021: Outstanding Reviewer of Polymer Chemistry (Journal).
  • 2019: Outstanding Employee of Tsinghua University.
  • 2019: Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (Cross-field); Top Peer Reviewer.
  • 2018: Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (Cross-field).
  • 2018: First Prize, 8th Young Teachers Teaching Competition, Tsinghua University.

📖 Publications

  1. Synthesis and Performance of Epoxy-Terminated Hyperbranched Polymers Based on Epoxidized Soybean Oil

    • Year: 2025
    • Authors: Guang-Zhao Li, Qiuhong Wang, Chongyu Zhu, Shuai Zhang, Fumei Wang, Lei Tao, Youqi Jiang, Qiang Zhang, Wenyan Wang, Rui Han
    • DOI: 10.3390/molecules30030583
  2. Cold-resistant, highly stretchable ionic conductive hydrogels for intelligent motion recognition in winter sports

    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Tongda Lei, Jiajun Pan, Ning Wang, Zhaopeng Xia, Qingsong Zhang, Jie Fan, Lei Tao, Wan Shou, Yu Gao
    • DOI: 10.1039/D3MH02013D
  3. Hydrogels constructed by multicomponent reactions

  4. Highly transparent UV-shielding film via Hantzsch’s reaction to prevent artwork from UV bleaching

    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Siyu Pan, Xianzhe He, Chongyu Zhu, Zeyu Ma, Yingkai Liu, Yen Wei, Rui Yuan, Lei Tao
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.xcrp.2024.102257
  5. Ferrocene-Based Antioxidant Self-Healing Hydrogel via the Biginelli Reaction for Wound Healing

    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Rui Yuan, Zhao Fang, Fang Liu, Xianzhe He, Sa Du, Nan Zhang, Qiang Zeng, Yen Wei, Yuwei Wu, Lei Tao
    • DOI: 10.1021/acsmacrolett.4c00063
  6. Recent Developments in Functional Polymers via the Kabachnik–Fields Reaction: The State of the Art

  7. Polymeric Copper Chelator for Long-term Inhibition of Breast Cancer Proliferation and Lung Metastasis

  8. Superhydrophobic Coatings Composed of Multifunctional Polymers Synthesized Using Successive Modification of Dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-thione

  9. Poly(vinyl alcohol) Modified via the Hantzsch Reaction for Biosafe Antioxidant Self-Healing Hydrogel

  10. Coral-friendly and non-transdermal polymeric UV filter via the Biginelli reaction for in vivo UV protection

🌍 Conclusion:

Dr. Lei Tao is a leading figure in polymer chemistry, pioneering multicomponent reactions and self-healing hydrogels. His influential work continues to inspire advancements in materials science and bio-applications.

Zhi-Gang Gu | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zhi-Gang Gu | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter, Chinese Academy of Sciences | China

Dr. Zhi-Gang Gu is a distinguished professor and Ph.D. supervisor at the Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter (FJIRSM), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). He earned his Ph.D. from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in 2014 under the mentorship of Prof. Christof Wöll. Following his doctoral studies, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher at KIT, collaborating with Prof. Wöll and Prof. Andrea Iris Schaefer. Dr. Gu’s research primarily focuses on porous thin films for guest molecule loading, chiral separation, and optical applications. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed research articles, making significant contributions to his field.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  • Extensive Publication Record

    • Dr. Gu has published over 100 peer-reviewed research papers in high-impact journals such as J. Am. Chem. Soc., Adv. Mater., Nano Lett., ACS Nano, and Nat. Commun.
    • His work has covered a broad range of cutting-edge topics, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), nonlinear optics, chiral chemistry, and thin-film fabrication, which are highly relevant in materials science and nanotechnology.
  • Innovative Research Contributions

    • Dr. Gu has made significant advancements in MOF thin films for chiral separation, guest molecule loading, and optical applications.
    • He has contributed to the development of photo-curable 3D printing of chiral MOF monoliths, an emerging and impactful area in functional materials.
    • His research on circularly polarized luminescence (CPL) and nonlinear optical switching has high potential for real-world applications in optical sensing and communication.
  • International Collaborations and Recognition

    • He completed his Ph.D. at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany, and continued postdoctoral research under renowned scientists.
    • His work is well recognized, and he has collaborated with leading researchers, such as Prof. Christof Wöll and Prof. Andrea Iris Schaefer.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany, 2014
    • Advisor: Prof. Christof Wöll

💼 Experience

  • 2015-Present: Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter (FJIRSM), CAS
    • 2015-2018: Associate Professor
    • 2018-Present: Full Professor, Ph.D. Supervisor
  • 2014-2015: Postdoctoral Researcher, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
    • Collaborated with Prof. Christof Wöll and Prof. Andrea Iris Schaefer

🔬 Research Interests On Chemistry

Dr. Gu’s research revolves around the development and application of porous thin films for various advanced applications, including:

  • Guest molecule loading for controlled chemical interactions
  • Chiral separation using novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)
  • Optical applications, including nonlinear optics and circularly polarized luminescence (CPL)
  • Layer-by-layer assembly of MOFs for sensing and electronic applications

🏆 Awards & Honors

Dr. Gu has been recognized with multiple prestigious honors, including:

  • National High-Level Young Talent Program
  • High-Level Talent Award in Fujian Province
  • Member of the Youth Innovation Promotion Association, CAS

📚 Publications

Dr. Gu has authored over 100 research papers in top-tier journals. Some notable recent publications include:

  1. Breathable Biomimetic Chiral Porous MOF Thin Films for Multiple Enantiomers Sensing

    • Authors: Na Li, Jin‐Biao Zhang, Christof Wöll, Zhi‐Gang Gu, Jian Zhang
    • Year: 2025
    • Journal: Advanced Functional Materials
    • DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202422860
  2. Correction to “Topochemical Polymerization at Diacetylene Metal–Organic Framework Thin Films for Tuning Nonlinear Optics”

    • Authors: Zhi-Bin Jin, Guojun Zhou, Yu Han, Zhehao Huang, Zhi-Gang Gu, Jian Zhang
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society
    • DOI: 10.1021/jacs.4c13365
  3. Layer‐By‐Layer Chiral Induction of Fluorene‐Based Metal–Organic Framework Films for Circularly Polarized Luminescence Sensing of Enantiomers

    • Authors: Chong Li, Xue‐Xian Yang, Ming‐Yi Zheng, Zhi‐Gang Gu, Jian Zhang
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Advanced Functional Materials
    • DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202401102
  4. Topochemical Polymerization at Diacetylene Metal–Organic Framework Thin Films for Tuning Nonlinear Optics

    • Authors: Zhi-Bin Jin, Guojun Zhou, Yu Han, Zhehao Huang, Zhi-Gang Gu, Jian Zhang
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society
    • DOI: 10.1021/jacs.4c07432
  5. Photo‐Curable 3D Printing of Circularly Polarized Afterglow Metal–Organic Framework Monoliths

    • Authors: Ming‐Yi Zheng, Zhi‐Bin Jin, Zhi‐Zhou Ma, Zhi‐Gang Gu, Jian Zhang
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Advanced Materials
    • DOI: 10.1002/adma.202313749
  6. Host–Guest Metal–Organic Frameworks-Based Long-Afterglow Luminescence Materials

  7. Chiral Liquid Crystalline Metal–Organic Framework Thin Films for Highly Circularly Polarized Luminescence

    • Authors: Xue-Xian Yang, Na Li, Chong Li, Zhi-Bin Jin, Zhi-Zhou Ma, Zhi-Gang Gu, Jian Zhang
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society
    • DOI: 10.1021/jacs.4c04125
  8. Facile Synthesis of Novel Ti2C Nano Bipyramids for Photothermal and Photodynamic Therapy of Breast Cancer

    • Authors: Israt Ali, Li‐Mei Chang, Jabeen Farheen, Jiandong Huang, Zhi‐Gang Gu
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: ChemPlusChem
    • DOI: 10.1002/cplu.202300544
  9. Layer by Layer Spraying Fabrication of Aggregation‐Induced Emission Metal‐Organic Frameworks Thin Film

    • Authors: Xue‐Xian Yang, Chong Li, Shu‐Mei Chen, Zhi‐Gang Gu, Jian Zhang
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Chemistry – A European Journal
    • DOI: 10.1002/chem.202400350
  10. Electro-Induced Phase Transformation of a Conductive Metal–Organic Framework Film for Nonlinear Optical Switching

  • Authors: Zhi-Zhou Ma, Zirui Wang, Qiao-Hong Li, Yan-Yue Wang, Zhi-Gang Gu, Jian Zhang
  • Year: 2024
  • Journal: Nano Letters
  • DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.4c00194

🔚 Conclusion

Dr. Zhi-Gang Gu has made remarkable contributions to the field of metal-organic framework thin films, significantly advancing applications in optical materials, molecular separation, and sensing technologies. His dedication to research and numerous high-impact publications have established him as a leading figure in materials chemistry. As an innovator in chiral MOF films and nonlinear optics, he continues to push the boundaries of functional materials for future applications.

Xinhua Ouyang | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Xinhua Ouyang | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Fujian Agriculture & Forestry University | China

Dr. Xinhua Ouyang is a distinguished professor at the College of Material Engineering, Fujian Agriculture & Forestry University, China. With extensive expertise in organic and perovskite solar cells, organic light-emitting devices, and nonlinear optical materials, he has significantly contributed to the advancement of photoelectronic materials. His research focuses on the synthesis, fabrication, and theoretical understanding of novel materials for energy applications. Dr. Ouyang has published numerous high-impact papers and has been recognized for his contributions to the field.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

Outstanding Research Contributions: Xinhua Ouyang has made significant contributions in the fields of organic and perovskite solar cells, organic light-emitting devices, and nonlinear optics. His research has direct implications for renewable energy and advanced materials, aligning well with cutting-edge scientific advancements.

High-Impact Publications: Published in prestigious journals such as Nature Photonics, Advanced Energy Materials, Angewandte Chemie International Edition, and Advanced Functional Materials, which indicates high recognition in the scientific community. These journals have high impact factors, demonstrating the broad influence of his work.

Interdisciplinary Research Approach: His expertise spans materials science, chemistry, and applied physics, demonstrating a well-rounded and innovative research profile.

International Research Exposure: His academic and research experiences include collaborations with institutions like National University of Singapore, showcasing global research collaboration and expertise.

Innovation in Solar Cell Technology: His contributions to defect passivation in perovskite solar cells and efficiency enhancements in organic solar cells suggest significant advancements in renewable energy technologies, making his research valuable for practical applications.

Education 🎓

  • B.S. in Chemistry (1999.9-2003.6) – College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Jishou University, China.
  • M.S. in Organic Chemistry (2003.9-2006.7) – School of Chemistry and Environment, South China Normal University, China (Supervisor: Prof. Heping Zeng).
  • Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry (2006.9-2009.12) – School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, South China University of Technology, China (Supervisor: Prof. Heping Zeng).
  • Joint Ph.D. Culture Program in Materials Physics and Chemistry (2008.9-2009.9) – Department of Physics, National University of Singapore, Singapore (Supervisor: Prof. Wei Ji).

Experience 🌿

  • Professor (2016.7-present) – Fujian Agriculture & Forestry University.
  • Associate Professor (2011.3-2016.6) – Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering.
  • Research Fellow (2009.10-2011.2) – National University of Singapore.

Research Interests On Chemistry 🔬

  • Solar Cells: Design, synthesis, and properties of organic and perovskite materials; fabrication of high-efficiency solar devices; theoretical investigations.
  • Organic Light-Emitting Devices: Development of novel emitters, carrier transport materials, and interfacial materials; dopant and non-dopant device fabrication; theoretical analysis using Gaussian software.
  • Nonlinear Optical Materials: Synthesis and property evaluation; transient optical property analysis using advanced laser path design.
  • Photoelectronic Materials: Understanding novel mechanisms and structure-property relationships for cutting-edge applications.

Awards & Honors 🏆

Dr. Ouyang has received numerous awards recognizing his pioneering research in photoelectronic materials, including national and international honors for his contributions to organic and perovskite solar cells.

Publications 📚

Dr. Ouyang has authored many influential papers in top-tier journals. Below are some of his representative works:

  1. Dimethylacridine Based Emitters for Non‐Doped Organic Light‐Emitting Diodes with Improved Efficiency

    • Authors: Min Zhang, Xingye Zhang, Ning Yang, Yibing Wu, Xinhua Ouyang
    • Year: 2025
  2. Efficient perovskite solar cells based on polyoxyethylene bis(amine) and NaPF6 modified SnO2 layer with high open-circuit voltage

    • Authors: Xiangning Xu, Zhichao Lin, Qili Song, Hairui Duan, Hongye Dong, Xiaowen Gao, Osamah Alsalman, Cheng Mu, Xinhua Ouyang
    • Year: 2024
  3. In Situ Photogenerated Radicals of Hydroxyl Substituted Pyrene‐Based Triphenylamines with Enhanced Transport and Free Doping/Post‐Oxidation for Efficient Perovskite Solar Cells

    • Authors: Xiaohui Wang, Zhixin Xie, Rongxin Wang, Ye Xiao, Kai Yan, Yu Zhao, Rui Lin, Carl Redshaw, Yonggang Min, Xinhua Ouyang et al.
    • Year: 2024
  4. Simultaneous dual-interface modification based on mixed cations for efficient inverted perovskite solar cells with excellent stability

    • Authors: Chunjian Wu, Rongxin Wang, Zhichao Lin, Ning Yang, Yibing Wu, Xinhua Ouyang
    • Year: 2024
  5. Tailoring the permittivity of passivated dyes to achieve stable and efficient perovskite solar cells with modulated defects

    • Authors: Rongxin Wang, Zhichao Lin, Xinhua Ouyang
    • Year: 2024
  6. Improved charge transport based on donor-acceptor type solid additive with large dipole moment for efficient organic solar cells

    • Authors: Rui Lin, Hui Zhou, Xuee Xu, Xinhua Ouyang
    • Year: 2024
  7. Boosting the efficiency of organic solar cells based on a highly planar π-conjugated solid additive working as the sensitizer

    • Authors: Rui Lin, Hui Zhou, Xuee Xu, Xinhua Ouyang
    • Year: 2024
  8. Highly Stable Perovskite Solar Cells Based on the Efficient Interaction between Pb2+ and Cyano Groups of 4‐Aminophthalonitrile

    • Authors: Hairui Duan, Zhichao Lin, Xiangning Xu, Qili Song, Hongye Dong, Xiaowen Gao, Cheng Mu, Xinhua Ouyang
    • Year: 2023
  9. Ecofriendly Hydroxyalkyl Cellulose Additives for Efficient and Stable MAPbI3‐Based Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells

    • Authors: Xuefeng Zhu, Rui Lin, Hao Gu, Huichao Hu, Zheng Liu, Guichuan Xing, Yibing Wu, Xinhua Ouyang
    • Year: 2023
  10. Excited-state intramolecular proton transfer emitter for efficient violet-blue organic light-emitting diodes with hybridized local/charge transfer channel

  • Authors: Yibing Wu, Rongxin Wang, Rui Lin, Xuee Xu, Xingye Zhang, Osamah Alsalman, Yu Qiu, Ashraf Uddin, Xinhua Ouyang
  • Year: 2023

Conclusion 🌟

Dr. Xinhua Ouyang is a leading researcher in photoelectronic materials, with a strong background in organic and perovskite solar cells, organic light-emitting devices, and nonlinear optics. His extensive research contributions and innovative approaches continue to shape the future of sustainable energy materials. With a dedication to advancing science and technology, Dr. Ouyang remains at the forefront of material engineering, driving the development of next-generation photoelectronic applications.