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.

Tengfei Cheng | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tengfei Cheng | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Hefei General Machinery Research Institute Co., Ltd | China

Tengfei Cheng is a dedicated engineer and researcher specializing in materials science and engineering. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in research and development, he has contributed significantly to the fields of hydrogen storage materials, electrochemical energy storage, and corrosion-resistant alloys. Currently, he is serving as an engineer at the Hefei General Machinery Research Institute, focusing on pressure vessel and pipeline technology.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. Extensive Research Contributions: Tengfei Cheng has published numerous high-impact journal articles across various reputable journals, including Angewandte Chemie International Edition, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, and Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research.
  2. Diverse Research Areas: His work spans multiple crucial areas, including lithium-ion and lithium-sulfur batteries, hydrogen storage materials, and aluminum alloys, showcasing his versatility and expertise in materials science and engineering.
  3. Notable Research Funding: He has secured multiple research grants, including projects on hydrogen storage systems and high-entropy alloys, indicating recognition of his work by funding agencies.
  4. Strong Academic Background: With both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Shanghai University, he has a solid educational foundation that supports his research excellence.
  5. Industry and Academic Experience: His employment at Hefei General Machinery Research Institute and Yunnan Innovation Institute of Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics reflects his contributions to both industrial applications and academic research.

Education 🎓

Tengfei Cheng holds both a Master’s and a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Shanghai University. His academic journey began in 2014 with undergraduate studies, followed by a master’s degree completed in 2021. His research during this period laid the foundation for his expertise in advanced materials and their applications in energy storage and structural integrity.

Professional Experience 💼

Cheng has accumulated valuable experience in engineering and research. He started as an assistant engineer at the New Materials Research Center of Yunnan Innovation Institute, Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, before moving to his current role at Hefei General Machinery Research Institute. His work primarily revolves around the development of high-performance materials for industrial applications, with a focus on safety assessments and material durability.

Research Interests On Materials 🔬

Cheng’s research interests span several cutting-edge areas in materials science, including:

  • Hydrogen storage materials and high-entropy alloys
  • Electrochemical energy storage, including lithium-sulfur and sodium-ion batteries
  • Corrosion-resistant alloys and mechanical properties of aluminum-based materials
  • Advanced material processing techniques, such as high-pressure torsion and molecular dynamics simulations

Awards & Funding 🏆

Tengfei Cheng has been recognized for his contributions through various research grants and funding programs:

  • China National Machinery Industry Corporation Grant (2024-2027): Design and Safety Assessment Technology of High-Density Adaptive Solid-State Hydrogen Storage System.
  • Hefei General Machinery Research Institute Grant (2023-2025): Research on Uniformization Preparation and Hydrogen Storage Properties of Titanium-Based High-Entropy Alloys.

Publications 📚

Cheng has authored numerous research papers in prestigious journals. Some of his key publications include:

  • “Enhanced Lithium Polysulfide Conversion via the Second Current Collector Based on Multitransition-Metal-Phosphides for Li–S Batteries”

    • Authors: Liqing He, Kaiquan He, Tengfei Cheng, Wanggang Fang, Chaoqun Shang

    • Publication Year: 2025

  • “Thiol-assisted regulated electronic structure of ultrafine Pd-based catalyst for superior formic acid electrooxidation performances”

    • Authors: Yanling Hu, Jianding Li, Qianqian Wang, Xueqing Yu, Yao Kang, Tengfei Cheng, Liqing He, Linfeng Zhang

    • Publication Year: 2025

  • “Topological Insulator Heterojunction with Electric Dipole Domain to Boost Polysulfide Conversion in Lithium‐Sulfur Batteries”

    • Authors: Hedong Chen, Yecheng Qiu, Zhiyuan Cai, Wenhao Liang, Lin Liu, Manman Li, Xianhua Hou, Fuming Chen, Xunzhu Zhou, Tengfei Cheng, et al.

    • Publication Year: 2025

  • “Functionalized Polyethylene Separators with Efficient Li-Ion Transport Rate for Fast-Charging Li-Ion Batteries”

    • Authors: Ning Dang, Jiarong Mao, Yuqiong Mao, Wenjun Yi, Dan Li, Tengfei Cheng, Liqing He, Jinni Deng, Zhengping Zhao, Tianbao Zhao, et al.

    • Publication Year: 2025

  • “Study on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Al–Cu–Mg Aluminum Alloy Based on Molecular Dynamics Simulation”

    • Authors: Jing Huang, Tengfei Cheng, Wanggang Fang, Xinghai Ren, Xiangqun Duan, Zhigong Xu, Shulin Xiang

    • Publication Year: 2024

  • “Effects of the corrosion mechanism evolution of low silicon-cast aluminium alloys in service”

    • Authors: Tengfei Cheng, Guoqing Zou, Xiaoyan Mao, Yuxiang Yang

    • Publication Year: 2023

  • “Electrolyte precursor–free approach to prepare composite electrolyte for all-solid-state Na-ion battery”

    • Authors: Liqing He, Zhen Wang, Yuxiang Li, Heng Lin, Jianjun Li, Tengfei Cheng, Qiang Zhu, Chaoqun Shang, Zonghai Lu, Ricardo Floriano, et al.

    • Publication Year: 2023

  • “Severe Plastic Deformation through High-Pressure Torsion for Preparation of Hydrogen Storage Materials – A Review”

    • Authors: Liqing He, Xiaowei Shi, Xiaoyan Li, Jing Huang, Tengfei Cheng, Xianfeng Wang, Yuxiang Li, Heng Lin, Kazuyuki Edalati, Hiroyuki W. Li

    • Publication Year: 2023

  • “Analysis of the Fluidity and Hot Tearing Susceptibility of AlSi3.5Mg0.5Cu0.4 and A356 Aluminum Alloys”

    • Authors: Guoqing Zou, Yujie Chai, Qiang Shen, Tengfei Cheng, Hong Zhang

    • Publication Year: 2022

  • “The Improvement in Mechanical Properties and Strengthening Mechanism of The New Type of Cast Aluminum Alloy with Low Silicon Content for Automotive Purposes”

    • Authors: Tengfei Cheng, Peng Li, Fucheng Lu, Chao Wang, Hong Zhang, Yuxiang Yang

    • Publication Year: 2022

Conclusion 📈

Tengfei Cheng is a highly accomplished researcher whose work has made significant contributions to the fields of materials science, hydrogen storage, and electrochemical energy storage. His continued research and expertise in developing innovative materials promise to shape the future of sustainable energy solutions and advanced engineering materials.