Wei Yang | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Wei Yang | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | China Three Gorges University | China

Dr. Wei Yang is an esteemed Associate Professor at China Three Gorges University, specializing in organic photoelectric functional materials, biomedical diagnosis and treatment, and X-ray scintillator imaging. With a prolific research career, he has contributed significantly to the field of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and functional luminescent materials. His dedication to scientific advancements is evident through his extensive publication record in top-tier journals.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

🔹 Outstanding Research Output: Dr. Wei Yang has published nearly 40 SCI papers in internationally recognized journals, including Angewandte Chemie International Edition, Nature Communications, Advanced Functional Materials, Chemical Engineering Journal, and Science China Chemistry.

🔹 Significant Contributions: His research spans organic photoelectric functional materials, biomedical diagnosis & treatment, X-ray scintillator imaging, and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs)—highly relevant and impactful areas in both scientific innovation and industrial applications.

🔹 Authorship & Impact: Many of his papers list him as the first author or corresponding author, reflecting his leadership in research.

🔹 Diverse Research Impact: His work covers fundamental material synthesis, optoelectronic applications, and biomedical imaging, showcasing multidisciplinary expertise.

🔹 Institutional Recognition: Holding the position of Associate Professor at China Three Gorges University, Dr. Yang has an established academic and research career.

Education 🎓

Dr. Wei Yang has a strong academic background in chemistry and materials science, which has fueled his research interests and professional growth. His educational journey has equipped him with the expertise to lead innovative research in organic optoelectronic materials.

Experience 🌍

  • 2024.7 – Present: Associate Professor, China Three Gorges University Dr. Yang has been contributing to scientific research and mentoring students in the field of advanced functional materials, fostering innovation in organic electronics and photonic technologies.

Research Interests On Materials🔍

  • Organic Photoelectric Functional Materials
  • Biomedical Diagnosis and Treatment
  • X-Ray Scintillator Imaging
  • Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) His research focuses on developing cutting-edge materials for next-generation display technologies, medical imaging, and optoelectronic applications.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Yang has received several recognitions for his contributions to organic electronic materials and luminescence applications. His research achievements continue to gain international recognition in the scientific community.

Publications 📚

  • Title: Dynamic reversible full-color piezochromic fluorogens featuring through-space charge-transfer thermally activated delayed fluorescence and their application as X-ray imaging scintillators
    Authors: Wei Yang, Chenlong Xie, Tianhao Chen, Xiaojun Yin, Qianqian Lin, Shaolong Gong*, Zewei Quan*, Chuluo Yang*
    Year: 2024

  • Title: Near-infrared multiple-resonance polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon as type I photosensitizer toward high-performance synergistic phototherapy
    Authors: Yulong Shi+, Wei Yang+, He Zhang, Cheng Zhong, Shaolong Gong, Changying Yang*
    Year: 2025

  • Title: An effective approach toward yellow-to-orange multi-resonance TADF emitters by integrating strong electron donor into B/N-based polycyclic architecture: High performance OLEDs with nearly 40% EQE
    Authors: Wei Yang, Jingsheng Miao, Fengping Hu, Yang Zou*, Cheng Zhong, Shaolong Gong, Chuluo Yang*
    Year: 2023

  • Title: Simple double hetero[5]helicenes realize highly efficient and narrowband circularly polarized organic light-emitting diodes
    Authors: Wei Yang+, Nengquan Li+, Jingsheng Miao, Lisi Zhan, Shaolong Gong, Zhongyan Huang, Chuluo Yang*
    Year: 2022

  • Title: Pyrazine-fused polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons towards efficient multiple-resonance narrowband deep-blue emission
    Authors: Yajie Wang, Wei Yang*, He Zhang, Nengquan Li, Shaolong Gong, Xiang Gao*, Chuluo Yang*
    Year: 2024

  • Title: Polycyclic phenazine-derived rigid donors construct thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitters for highly efficient orange OLEDs with extremely low roll-off
    Authors: Wei Yang, Weimin Ning, Hsin Jungchi, Tengxiao Liu, Xiaojun Yin, Changqing Ye, Shaolong Gong, Chuluo Yang*
    Year: 2022

  • Title: Polymorphism-dependent thermally activated delayed fluorescence materials with diverse three-dimensional supramolecular frameworks
    Authors: Wei Yang, Yiyu Yang, Lisi Zhan, Kailu Zheng, Zhanxiang Chen, Xuan Zeng, Shaolong Gong, Chuluo Yang*
    Year: 2020

  • Title: AIE-active multicolor tunable luminogens: simultaneous mechanochromism and acidochromism with high contrast beyond 100 nm
    Authors: Wei Yang, Yiyu Yang, Yuntao Qiu, Xiaosong Cao, Zhongyan Huang, Shaolong Gong, Chuluo Yang*
    Year: 2020

  • Title: Deep-red thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitters based on a phenanthroline-containing planar acceptor
    Authors: Wei Yang, Weiming Ning, Shaolong Gong, Chuluo Yang*
    Year: 2021

  • Title: AIE-active smart cyanostyrene luminogens: polymorphism-dependent multicolor mechanochromism
    Authors: Wei Yang+, Chunlin Liu+, Shuang Lu, Jinya Du, Qingyun Gao, Ronghua Zhang, Yi Liu, Changying Yang*
    Year: 2018

  • Title: Red-emitting benzo[e]indolium probes for HSA based on the TICT characteristics
    Authors: Wei Yang, Chunlin Liu, Shuang Lu, Shulin Cheng, Jinya Du, Qingyun Gao, Ping Shen, Huajun Luo, Yi Liu, Changying Yang*
    Year: 2017

Conclusion 🎯

Dr. Wei Yang is a leading researcher in organic electronic materials, making impactful contributions to optoelectronics and biomedical imaging. His commitment to innovation, extensive publication record, and academic leadership continue to shape the future of advanced functional materials. As an Associate Professor at China Three Gorges University, he remains dedicated to pioneering research and mentoring the next generation of scientists.

Frederick Silver | biomaterials | Excellence in Research

Prof. Dr. Frederick Silver | Biomaterials | Excellence in Research

Professor | Rutgers, the State University of NJ | United States

Dr. Frederick H. Silver is a distinguished Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. With a pioneering background in biomedical engineering, collagen research, and polymer science, Dr. Silver has made notable contributions to tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Over his illustrious career, he has held significant academic and research positions across esteemed institutions, shaping advancements in biomaterials and pathology.

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Strengths for the Awards

  • Extensive Academic Background:
    • Dr. Silver has an impressive academic pedigree, with a Ph.D. in Polymer Science from MIT, combined with expertise in chemical engineering and biology. This multidisciplinary foundation aligns well with cutting-edge research.
  • Research Contributions:
    • He has a longstanding and productive research career spanning decades in collagen structure, biomechanics, and wound healing.
    • Over 100+ publications in reputable journals demonstrate consistent contributions to science, especially in areas of biomaterials, connective tissue mechanics, and regenerative medicine.
  • Grant Funding Success:
    • Secured substantial grants from organizations like the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and Whitaker Foundation, highlighting his research’s impact and relevance.
    • Long-term funding in areas such as collagen fibrillogenesis and biomaterials underpins his leadership in these research fields.

🎓 Education

Dr. Silver earned his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University in 1972. He further pursued his S.M. (1975) in Textile Technology and Ph.D. (1977) in Polymer Science (Minor in Biology) at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His advanced training provided the foundation for groundbreaking research in biomaterials and collagen systems.

🎓 Postgraduate Training

Following his doctoral studies, Dr. Silver completed a Research Fellowship (1977-1979) in the Department of Pathology at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston. This formative period allowed him to integrate polymer science with pathology, driving his interest in biomaterials and tissue regeneration.

💼 Experience

Dr. Silver has over 40 years of academic and research experience. He began his career at Harvard Medical School (1980-1981) as an Assistant Professor of Pathology. He went on to hold critical roles, including:

  • Adjunct Assistant Professor at Boston University (1978-1981)
  • Associate Professor of Pathology at UMDNJ (1981-1992)
  • Bakken Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota (1992-1993)
  • Director of various biomedical graduate programs and research centers across UMDNJ and Rutgers University. Currently, Dr. Silver serves as Council Member of the International Association of Advancement of Materials (IAAM), reflecting his global recognition in material science and biomedical engineering.

🔬 Research Interest On biomaterials

Dr. Silver’s research focuses on:

  • Collagen Fibrillogenesis and its molecular assembly
  • Biomaterials Development for tissue regeneration
  • Viscoelastic Properties of connective tissues
  • Non-invasive mechanical assessment of soft tissues His interdisciplinary work bridges polymer science, pathology, and biomedical engineering to develop novel solutions for wound healing, skin ulcers, and ligament prosthetics.

🏆 Awards

Dr. Silver’s innovative contributions have been supported by prestigious grants and accolades, including:

  • National Research Service Award (1977-1979)
  • Grants from the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health
  • Whitaker Foundation Award for connective tissue research These recognitions underscore his impactful role in advancing tissue engineering and biomaterials.

📚 Publications

  1. New forays into measurement of ocular biomechanics
    • Authors: Hammelef, E.; Rapuano, C.J.; Benedetto, D.A.; Silver, F.H.; Pulido, J.S.
    • Publication Year: 2024
    • Citations: 1
  2. Do tensile and shear forces exerted on cells influence mechanotransduction through stored energy considerations?
    • Authors: Silver, F.H.; Deshmukh, T.
    • Publication Year: 2024
    • Citations: 1
  3. Topical Treatments for Basal Cell Carcinoma and Actinic Keratosis in the United States
    • Authors: Tan, I.J.; Pathak, G.N.; Silver, F.H.
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • Citations: 4
  4. Melanin Stacking Differences in Pigmented and Non-Pigmented Melanomas: Quantitative Differentiation between Pigmented and Non-Pigmented Melanomas Based on Light-Scattering Properties
    • Authors: Silver, F.H.; Deshmukh, T.; Nadiminti, H.; Tan, I.
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  5. Identification of the Vibrational Optical Coherence Tomography Corneal Cellular Peak
    • Authors: Daher, N.D.; Saad, A.S.; Jimenez, H.J.; Rapuano, C.J.; Syed, Z.A.
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  6. Dynamic Ocular Response to Mechanical Loading: The Role of Viscoelasticity in Energy Dissipation by the Cornea
    • Authors: Silver, F.H.; Deshmukh, T.; Benedetto, D.; Gonzalez-Mercedes, M.
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  7. Identification of Cancerous Skin Lesions Using Vibrational Optical Coherence Tomography (VOCT): Use of VOCT in Conjunction with Machine Learning to Diagnose Skin Cancer Remotely Using Telemedicine
    • Authors: Silver, F.H.; Mesica, A.; Gonzalez-Mercedes, M.; Deshmukh, T.
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • Citations: 5
  8. A Rapid Method to Noninvasively Measure the Viscoelastic Properties of Synthetic Polymers Using Mechanical Vibrations and Photonics
    • Authors: Silver, F.H.; Gonzalez-Mercedes, M.; Mesica, A.
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • Citations: 3
  9. Measurement of the Elastic Modulus of Cornea, Sclera and Limbus: The Importance of the Corneal-Limbus-Scleral Biomechanical Unit
    • Authors: Silver, F.H.; Deshmukh, T.; Benedetto, D.; Gonzalez-Mercedes, M.; Mesica, A.
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • Citations: 1

🌟 Conclusion

Dr. Frederick H. Silver is a trailblazer in biomaterials and pathology, with an exceptional career spanning decades of innovation and academic leadership. His pioneering work on collagen fibrillogenesis and tissue regeneration has transformed approaches to wound healing and soft tissue repair. Through dedicated research, teaching, and global collaborations, Dr. Silver continues to shape the future of biomedical engineering and regenerative medicine.