Anding Xu | Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Anding Xu | Energy | Best Researcher Award

South China University of Technology | China

Assist. Prof. Dr. Anding Xu is a distinguished researcher in the field of energy storage materials with a focus on advanced sodium-ion and potassium-ion battery technologies. Holding a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from South China University of Technology (SCUT), he has conducted pioneering research on heteronanostructure interfaces, 2D and porous nanomaterials, novel nanoscale architecture design, and electrode materials surface engineering to enhance energy storage mechanisms. Prior to his PhD, he earned a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from SCUT and a Bachelor’s degree in Light Chemical Engineering from Xi’an Polytechnic University. Dr. Xu has served as a Postdoctoral Fellow and currently as an Assistant Research Fellow at the School of Emergent Soft Matter, SCUT, where he focuses on controllable synthesis, interface structure regulation, and the sodium storage mechanism of carbon-based antimony single atoms and clusters composites. With 24 publications, 588 citations, and an h-index of 15, his work has appeared in high-impact journals including Small, Advanced Functional Materials, Journal of Materials Chemistry A, and ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, covering topics such as MOF-derived porous carbon, Sb atomic clusters, Bi@N-doped carbon sheets, and high-performance anode materials. His research contributions have significantly advanced the understanding of nanostructured electrode materials, demonstrating exceptional potential for next-generation, high-rate, long-life energy storage solutions.

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Featured Publications

  • "MOF-Derived Hierarchically Porous Carbon with Orthogonal Channels for Advanced Na-Se Batteries"

  • "Constructing High-content Sb Atomic Clusters and Robust Sb-O-C Bond in Sb/C Composites for Ultrahigh Rate and Long-Term Sodium Storage"

  • "2D Bismuth@N-Doped Carbon Sheets for Ultrahigh Rate and Stable Potassium Storage"

  • "Sb2O3@ Sb nanoparticles impregnated in N-doped carbon microcages for ultralong life and high-rate sodium ion batteries"

  • "Ultrahigh Rate Performance of Hollow Antimony Nanoparticles Impregnated in Open Carbon Boxes for Sodium-Ion Battery under Elevated Temperature"

  • "Alloyed BiSb Nanoparticles Confined in Tremella-Like Carbon Microspheres for Ultralong-Life Potassium Ion Batteries"

  • "CuSe2 Nanocubes Enabling Efficient Sodium Storage"

  • "Confining MoSe2 Nanosheets into N-Doped Hollow Porous Carbon Microspheres for Fast-Charged and Long-Life Potassium-Ion Storage"

  • "Enhanced pseudocapacitance contribution to outstanding Li-storage performance for a reduced graphene oxide-wrapped FeS composite anode"

  • "Sulfur/Nitrogen Co-Doped In-Plane Porous Carbon Nanosheets as Superior Anode of Potassium-Ion Batteries"

 

 

Chun-Liang Chang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Chun-Liang Chang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

National Atomic Research Institute | Taiwan

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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Chun-Liang Chang laid a strong academic foundation in materials science and optoelectronics at the prestigious National Sun Yat-sen University in Taiwan, where he earned both his Master’s and Doctoral degrees. His academic journey was marked by deep curiosity for high-temperature materials and solid-state energy technologies—an interest that soon transformed into a lifelong research mission.

🏛️ Professional Endeavors

With more than two decades of experience, Dr. Chang has steadily risen through the ranks of research leadership. He currently serves as Deputy Director of the Department of Physics at NARI, while also leading critical national projects on plasma-sprayed metal-supported solid oxide cells (SOC). His career path includes key appointments at the Institute of Nuclear Energy Research, and a formative stint as a Visiting Researcher at NRC-IFCI in Canada, underscoring his global research influence.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Chang’s work has significantly advanced the field of solid oxide fuel and electrolysis cells, with a special emphasis on atmospheric plasma spraying (APS) techniques. His innovations in hydrogen generation at high temperatures and solid-state battery development are pushing the boundaries of energy conversion and storage technologies. His efforts directly support the clean energy transition by enhancing the efficiency, scalability, and material resilience of SOC systems.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Chang's contributions have not gone unnoticed. His pioneering research has earned him:

  • ➤The Platinum Award at the Taipei International Invention & Technology Expo (2012) 🥇

  • ➤A Gold Medal from the Nuremberg International Invention Exhibition (2016) 🏅

  • ➤The prestigious 13th National Innovation Award in Taiwan (2016) for academic excellence 🎓

  • ➤Multiple Outstanding R&D Service Performance Awards from the Ministry of the Interior (2011, 2012) 🇹🇼

These accolades affirm his role as a national asset in Taiwan's innovation ecosystem.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Through his leadership in government-backed R&D projects and international collaborations, particularly in Canada, Dr. Chang has accelerated the application of advanced plasma and SOC technologies. His insights have helped align research output with industrial needs, creating scalable solutions in decarbonized energy systems and promoting cross-border technological exchange.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Chun-Liang Chang stands at the forefront of materials innovation in energy technology. With his current projects focused on solid-state battery optimization and metal-supported SOC fabrication, his work promises to revolutionize energy infrastructure and storage systems. His legacy will be one of bridging fundamental science with real-world impact, training future leaders, and driving Taiwan's role in sustainable technology development.

Publications

📄 Fabrication and Electrochemical Performance of Reversible Metal‑Supported Solid Oxide Cells via Atmospheric Plasma Spraying

Authors: Chun‑Liang Chang, Chun‑Huang Tsai, Chang‑Shiang Yang, Ching‑Yun Yang, et al.
Journal: Electrochimica Acta
Year: 2025

📄Effect of Electric Current on Cathode‑Side Contact Resistance in SOFC Stacks

Authors: Wei‑Ja Shong, Chien‑Kuo Liu, Wei‑Xin Kao, Chun‑Huang Tsai, Chun‑Liang Chang, Yung‑Neng Cheng
Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
Year: 2025

📄 Characterization of Thin Metal‑Supported Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Fabricated through Atmospheric Plasma Spraying

Authors: C. Tsai, C. Yang, C. Chang, et al.
Journal: Fuel Cells
Year: 2023

Ji-Won Jung | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ji-Won Jung | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Konkuk University | South Korea

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Ji-Won Jung began his stellar academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Yonsei University, achieving an outstanding GPA of 4.05/4.50. Driven by curiosity and a passion for advanced materials, he pursued an integrated M.S./Ph.D. program at KAIST, where he specialized in the development and electrochemical evaluation of solid-state electrode materials for various next-generation batteries including Li-, Na-, and K-ion systems. His early mentorship under Professors Kwang-Bum Kim and Il-Doo Kim laid the foundation for his future excellence in battery materials and nanotechnology.

🧑‍🔬 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Jung's career is marked by prestigious positions and collaborations across globally recognized institutions. After completing his doctoral studies, he served as a postdoctoral fellow at KAIST and later joined MIT in Professor Bilge Yildiz’s group, where he gained exposure to cutting-edge research environments. He returned to KAIST before joining the University of Ulsan as an Assistant Professor in 2021. In 2024, he was appointed as an Assistant Professor at Konkuk University, continuing his commitment to high-impact materials research and education.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Jung is an authority in advanced battery materials, nanostructured electrodes, and thin-film technology. His work spans the synthesis and functionalization of nanofibers, solid electrolytes, and air batteries. He has pioneered research in:

  • Metal-air and solid-state battery systems 🔋

  • Unzipping carbon nanotubes for Li-O₂ batteries

  • 3D-printable and flexible battery platforms

  • Next-gen thin-film lithium batteries for wearable and on-chip applications

He has authored over 49 first/corresponding-author papers and contributed to numerous others in high-impact journals such as Chemical Engineering Journal, Advanced Fiber Materials, and Journal of Materials Chemistry A.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Jung's exceptional work has earned him numerous awards, such as:
🥇 The Best Award at Science Slam-D (2020)
🏅 “Young Engineer Award” from KSMPE (2021)
🏆 Best Business Idea Award by the Ministry of Science and ICT (2017)
🌟 Named a Rising Researcher and Promising Young Scientist by KAST (2017)

These accolades reflect not just innovation, but also his visionary approach to solving complex scientific challenges.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Jung’s research significantly impacts the global battery and materials science communities. His international collaborations, especially with Nobel laureate Prof. John B. Goodenough at UT Austin, illustrate his role in advancing both the academic and applied dimensions of electrochemical energy storage. With patents granted in Korea, the USA, and Europe, his innovations are poised to shape the future of sustainable energy and smart devices.

🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions

As an educator and researcher, Dr. Ji-Won Jung continues to inspire a new generation of engineers and scientists. His ongoing work at Konkuk University aims to push the boundaries of solid-state and wearable battery technologies. His unique blend of academic rigor, cross-disciplinary knowledge, and industry-oriented innovation ensures that his legacy will influence both the classroom and real-world applications for years to come.

Publication

📄 Manganese Alchemy: Atomic-scale Doping to Miniaturize Cobalt Oxide in Nanofiber Architecture for Ultra-fast Lithium-ion Batteries

  • Authors: Hyunmin Na, Ho-Jin Lee, Dae-Kwon Boo, Ilgyu Kim, Jeong-Ho Park, Jae-Woo Seo, Seon-Jin Choi, Jiyoung Lee, Tae Gwang Yun, Byungil Hwang, Jun Young Cheong, Ji-Won Jung

  • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

  • Year: 2025

📄 Investigation of Oxygen-related Defect Engineering in Nonstoichiometric Vanadium Oxides for Electrochromic Zinc-ion Batteries with Superior Electrochromic-electrochemical Performance

  • Authors: Yonghan Kim, Ilgyu Kim, Hye Kang Lee, Ji Won Jung, Tae-gwang Yun

  • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

  • Year: 2025

📄 Troubleshooting Carbon Nanotube Bundling Using Electrostatic Energy-Driven Dispersion for LiFePO₄ Bimodal Thick Electrode in Lithium-Ion Batteries

  • Authors: Ilgyu Kim, Jaehong Choi, Hangeol Jang, Pilgun Oh, Ji Won Jung

  • Journal: ACS Nano

  • Year: 2025

📄 Facile Encapsulation Strategy for Uniformly-dispersed Catalytic Nanoparticles/Carbon Nanofibers Toward Advanced Zn–Air Battery

  • Authors: Seong-woon Yoon, Dae Kwon Boo, Hyunmin Na, Ji Won Jung, Hyeong Min Jin

  • Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A

  • Year: 2025

📄 Etching-free Fabrication Method for Silver Nanowires-based SERS Sensors for Enhanced Molecule Detection

  • Authors: Yurim Han, Cristiano D’Andrea, Mirine Leem, Paolo Matteini, Byungil Hwang

  • Journal: Engineering Science and Technology, an International Journal

  • Year: 2024