Tianyuan Xiao | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Tianyuan Xiao | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Qiqihar University | China

Prof. Tianyuan Xiao is a distinguished researcher with a strong record of contributions to materials chemistry and sustainable energy research, having published 32 scientific documents that have garnered 247 citations , reflecting an h-index of 9. His research primarily explores deep eutectic solvents (DES), lignin nanoparticles, covalent adaptive networks, flame retardant materials, and lignin-based adhesive hydrogels, with an additional focus on density functional theory (DFT) for molecular modeling and analysis. Prof. Xiao’s studies are driven by the pursuit of sustainable and high-performance materials derived from lignocellulosic biomass. His recent influential works include “Recent Progress in Deep Eutectic Solvent (DES) Fractionation of Lignocellulosic Components: A Review” published in Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews and “Cracking Aryl Ether Bonds of Lignin by Gamma-Valerolactone (GVL) in Coordination with Acid Lithium Bromide Molten Salt System” in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. Through his research, Prof. Xiao has significantly advanced understanding of biomass valorization, solvent design, and green chemistry, offering novel insights into environmentally friendly processes for energy and materials innovation.

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Featured Publications

Xiao, T., Song, J., Jia, W., Sun, Y., Guo, Y., Fatehi, P., & Shi, H. (2025). Cracking aryl ether bonds of lignin by γ-valerolactone (GVL) in coordination with acid lithium bromide molten salt system. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 309(Part 1), 142643.

Xiao, T., Hou, M., Guo, X., Cao, X., Li, C., Zhang, Q., Jia, W., Sun, Y., Guo, Y., & Shi, H. (2024). Recent progress in deep eutectic solvent (DES) fractionation of lignocellulosic components: A review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 192, 114243.

Xin Wang | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xin Wang | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Zhengzhou University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xin Wang is an accomplished researcher in the field of chemistry and nanomaterials, with a strong focus on advanced energy storage and conversion systems. His research spans lithium-ion and lithium-sulfur batteries, metal-air batteries, supercapacitors, fuel cells, electrocatalysis, CO₂ reduction, and solar cells. Over the years, he has made significant contributions to the controllable synthesis of alloy-based nanomaterials, the development of high-entropy alloys, and the application of innovative catalysts for electrochemical CO₂ conversion and energy storage. His academic output is substantial, with 52 documents published, garnering 4,164 citations overall (3,400 since 2020), reflecting his consistent influence in the scientific community. He holds an h-index of 32 (30 since 2020) and an i10-index of 52, showcasing both the depth and breadth of his impactful work. His publications in high-impact journals, including Nature Communications, Journal of the American Chemical Society, Advanced Functional Materials, and Journal of Materials Chemistry A, underscore his role as a leading scientist in sustainable energy research. Recognized with multiple awards, fellowships, and competitive research grants, he continues to drive innovation in nanomaterials, electrocatalysis, and green energy technologies, shaping future directions in electrochemistry and materials science.

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Featured Publications

Cai, M., Dong, Y., Xie, M., Dong, W., Dong, C., Dai, P., Zhang, H., Wang, X., Sun, X., Zhang, S., Yoon, M., Xu, H., Ge, Y., Li, J., & Huang, F. (2023). Stalling oxygen evolution in high-voltage cathodes by lanthurization. Nature Energy, 8(2), 159–168.

Fan, H., Si, Y., Zhang, Y., Zhu, F., Wang, X., & Fu, Y. (2024). Grapevine-like high entropy oxide composites boost high performance lithium sulfur batteries as bifunctional interlayers. Green Energy & Environment, 9(3), 565–572.

Wang, X., Miao, M., Tang, B., Duan, H., Zhu, F., Zhang, H., Zhang, X., Yin, W., & Fu, Y. (2023). Chlorine-induced mixed valence of CuOx/C to promote the electroreduction of carbon dioxide to ethylene. Nano Research, 16(20), 8827–8835.

Zhang, Y., Yu, Q., Wang, X., & Guo, W. (2023). Conversion of nitrogenous small molecules into value-added chemicals by building N–C bonds. Chemical Engineering Journal, 474, 145899.

Chai, D., Yan, H., Wang, X., Li, X., & Fu, Y. (2024). Retuning solvating ability of ether solvent by anion chemistry toward 4.5 V class Li metal battery. Advanced Functional Materials, 34(23), 2310516.

Yang, W., Xu, T., Fan, H., Yang, C., Sun, W., Ma, X., Wang, X., & Fu, Y. (2024). Selective and bifunctional catalytic electrochemical conversion of organosulfide molecule by high-entropy carbides. Advanced Functional Materials, 34(24), 2409450.

Wang, X., Li, W., Lv, X., & Broekmann, P. (2024). When chiral chemistry meets electrochemistry: A virgin land of an academic gold mine. Matter, 7(10), 2626–2788.

Cao, M., Li, W., Li, T., Zhu, F., & Wang, X. (2024). Polymetallic amorphous materials: Research progress in synthetic strategies and electrocatalytic applications. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 12(30), 15541–15557.

Cui, T., Xu, J., Wang, X., Liu, L., Xiang, Y., Zhu, H., Li, X., & Fu, Y. (2024). Highly reversible transition metal migration in superstructure-free Li-rich oxide boosting voltage stability and redox symmetry. Nature Communications, 15, 4742.

Duan, H., Li, W., Ran, L., Zhu, F., Li, T., Miao, M., Yin, W., Wang, X., & Fu, Y. (2024). In-situ electrochemical interface of Cu@Ag/C towards the ethylene electrosynthesis with adequate *CO supply. Journal of Energy Chemistry, 99, 292–299.

Ma, X., Zhang, Y., Yang, W., Liu, C., Wang, X., & Fu, Y. (2025). Defect-engineered NbSx as an efficient cathode host for high-performance Li–organosulfur batteries. ChemSusChem. Advance online publication. e202500983.

Cao, M., Miao, H., Li, J., Liu, C., Wang, X., & Fu, Y. (2025). Tailoring the ionomer type to optimize catalyst microenvironment for enhanced CO2 reduction in membrane electrode assembly. Carbon Energy. Advance online publication.