Prof. Qingjun Chen | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Qingjun Chen | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Nanchang Hangkong University, China.

Qingjun Chen, PhD, is a distinguished professor and a high-end talent in scientific and technological innovation under Jiangxi Province's "Thousand Talents Plan." Recognized as a leading academic and technological figure in major disciplines, he serves as an academic leader and a young and middle-aged backbone teacher in Jiangxi Province. He has held key positions in various professional committees and serves as an expert reviewer for multiple national and provincial scientific organizations.

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Education

Qingjun Chen earned his PhD in Materials Science from Harbin Institute of Technology in 2006, solidifying his expertise in advanced materials research. In 2005, he broadened his academic exposure by conducting research at the University of Waikato, New Zealand, gaining international experience in material science innovations. Further enhancing his global academic collaborations, he served as a Visiting Scholar at North Carolina State University, USA, in 2010, where he deepened his research on material performance regulation and alloy applications.

Experience

Qingjun Chen has established himself as a leading expert in materials science, holding multiple prestigious roles in national and international scientific communities. He is a member of the Amorphous Alloys and Applications Committee under the Chinese Society of Metals and also contributes to the Railway Facilities Committee of the China Society for Corrosion and Protection. Additionally, he serves as a communication review expert for the National Natural Science Foundation of China and a letter review expert for the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, actively shaping the direction of scientific research in the country. His expertise is widely recognized, and he has been a science and technology consultant and reviewer for multiple provincial and municipal research projects, ensuring the successful implementation of key scientific initiatives.

Research Interests

Advanced Material Organization & Performance Regulation – Investigating material structures and optimizing their properties for industrial use.

Innovative Materials Development – Designing new materials with enhanced durability and functionality.

Corrosion Protection – Developing advanced coatings and alloys to prevent material degradation.

Alloy Design & Optimization – Creating high-performance alloys for specialized applications.

National Defense Applications – Contributing to the development of materials for military and defense technologies.

Aerospace Engineering – Enhancing materials used in aircraft and space exploration for improved performance and safety.

Railway Infrastructure – Advancing material solutions to increase efficiency and longevity in railway construction and maintenance.

Awards & Recognitions

Provincial and Ministerial Science and Technology Award (Second Prize) – Ranked First

Recognized as a Young and Middle-aged Backbone Teacher in Jiangxi Province

Key contributor to Jiangxi Province's "Thousand Talents Plan"

Selected Publications

Nb-induced lattice changes to enhance corrosion resistance of Al₀.₅Ti₃Zr₀.₅NbₓMo₀.₂ high-entropy alloys
Q. Chen, X. Cui – Nature Communications, 2025

Amorphous-nanocrystalline dual-phase structured Fe₇₈Si₁₃B₉ alloy ribbons and their efficiency for degradation of direct yellow dye
Y. Zhao, Q. Chen, L. Ji, K. Wang, G. Huang – Reaction Kinetics, Mechanisms and Catalysis, 2024
1 Citation (Open Access)

Strengthening mechanism of electrocatalytic properties of high activity Fe-based amorphous alloys by low escape work nanocrystals
Y. Zhao, Q. Chen, L. Ji, K. Wang, G. Huang – Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 2024
2 Citations

Microstructure and Internal Friction Behavior of Laser 3D Printed Fe-Based Amorphous Composites
S. Huang, Q. Chen, L. Ji, K. Wang, G. Huang – Acta Metallurgica Sinica (English Letters), 2024
3 Citations

BCC/B2 structure and dislocation strengthening behavior in high Ti content TiAlVCrNb high-entropy alloys
T. Xu, Q. Chen, L. Ji, K. Wang, H. Liu – Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2023
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Mr. Yi Cui | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Yi Cui | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Stanford University, United States.

Mr. YI Cui is a Ph.D. candidate in Materials Science and Engineering at Stanford University. He holds a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC). YI's research delves into the cutting-edge fields of materials science, particularly focusing on phase segregation dynamics in mixed halide perovskites and twisted epitaxial growth of gold nanodiscs in 2D materials. His innovative work has earned him recognition in the field of nanotechnology and energy materials.

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YI Cui is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at Stanford University, California, under the guidance of Professors Yi Cui and Bob Sinclair (Jan. 2021 - Jun. 2025). Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in Hefei, where he was part of the prestigious Special Class for the Gifted Young, Department of Chemical Physics (Aug. 2016 - Jun. 2020).

Experience 💼

YI Cui has worked on groundbreaking research projects, including studying phase segregation dynamics in mixed halide perovskites using advanced cryo-EM techniques and pioneering twisted epitaxial growth methods for nanodiscs in 2D materials. His projects span from energy materials to nanotechnology, making significant contributions to understanding the behavior of materials at the atomic level. He has gained extensive research experience through collaborations with top professors at Stanford and USTC, focusing on the development of innovative materials for energy applications.

Research Interests 🔬

Phase segregation dynamics in mixed halide perovskites, particularly through cryogenic electron microscopy.

Twisted epitaxial growth of gold nanodiscs within twisted bilayer 2D materials, such as molybdenum disulfide.

Investigation of advanced materials for energy storage, such as lithium metal batteries and solid-state electrolytes.

Developing novel techniques for characterizing and manipulating materials at the atomic and nanoscale.

Publications Top Notes📚

Design Principles of Artificial Solid Electrolyte Interphases for Lithium-Metal Anodes, Cell Reports Physical Science, 2020
Contributors: Yu Zhiao, Cui Yi, Bao Zhenan. Link

Transient Voltammetry with Ultramicroelectrodes Reveals the Electron Transfer Kinetics of Lithium Metal Anodes, Adv. Energy Lett., 2020, Contributors: Boyle David, Kong Xian, Pei Allen, Rudnicki Paul, Shi Feifei, Huang William, Bao Zhenan, Qin Jian, Cui Yi. Link

Atomic-level insights into strain effect on p-nitrophenol reduction via Au@Pd core-shell nanocubes as an ideal platform
Journal of Catalysis, 2020-01-01, Contributors: Cui, Yi; Ma, Kaibo; Chen, Zhao; Yang, Jinlong; Geng, Zhigang; Zeng, Jie. Link

Dynamic Structure and Chemistry of the Silicon Solid-Electrolyte Interphase Visualized by Cryogenic Electron Microscopy, Matter, 2019, Contributors: Huang William, Wang Jiangyan, Braun R Michael, Zhang Zewen, Li Yuzhang, Boyle T David, McIntyre C Paul, Cui Yi. Link

 

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. YiWei Li | Electrochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. YiWei Li | Electrochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Biology Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), China

Dr. Yiwei Li is a Researcher at Qilu University of Technology, China. He completed his Ph.D. at the Institute of Virology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. During the outbreak of COVID-19, he served as an expert member of the anti-epidemic efforts in Jinan city. Dr. Li has authored over 10 peer-reviewed research and review papers (as first or corresponding author) in the past five years. Additionally, he is the incorporator and vice-general manager of Guozhong Electronic Information (Shandong) Co. Ltd. His current research interests focus on analytical electrochemistry, environmental analysis, and biosensing technology.

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Dr. Yiwei Li earned his Ph.D. from the prestigious Institute of Virology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. His academic journey has provided him with deep expertise in areas that blend biology, electrochemistry, and environmental sciences, which form the foundation for his current research work.

Experience 💼

Dr. Li has extensive professional experience as a researcher and as an expert member in public health initiatives, notably contributing to the COVID-19 anti-epidemic efforts in Jinan. In addition to his academic role, he is an incorporator and vice-general manager at Guozhong Electronic Information (Shandong) Co. Ltd., merging research with industry to drive innovation in electrochemistry and biosensing technology.

Research Interests 🔬

Analytical Electrochemistry ⚡
Dr. Yiwei Li’s research in analytical electrochemistry focuses on developing advanced electrochemical methods for detecting various substances, including environmental pollutants. This area has significant implications for improving the accuracy and efficiency of environmental monitoring.

Environmental Analysis 🌍
His work in environmental analysis aims to create innovative techniques for detecting pollutants in different ecosystems. This research plays a vital role in addressing environmental contamination and contributing to sustainable solutions for pollution management.

Biosensing Technology 🧬
Dr. Li is dedicated to improving biosensing technologies, which are crucial for rapid and reliable detection of biological markers. His efforts are aimed at advancing diagnostic tools for public health, enabling early disease detection and monitoring environmental factors impacting human health.

Publications Top Notes 📚

The value of electrochemical ratiometry in immunosensing: A systematic study. Biosensors and Bioelectronics, 2025,

Contributors: Jin Song, Rui Gong, Shibo Song, Ghulam Abbas, Yaohong Ma, Yiwei Li. Link

A graphene microelectrode array based microfluidic device for in situ continuous monitoring of biofilms. Nanoscale Advances, 2023

Contributors: Jin Song, Ashaq Ali, Yaohong Ma, Yiwei Li. Link

Electrochemical ratiometry: A new route towards bioaffinity-based in vitro diagnostics. Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry, 2023-09

Contributors: Jin Song, Ghulam Abbas, Ashaq Ali, Yaohong Ma, Yiwei Li. Link

Facile strategy to construct porous CuO/CeO2 nanospheres with enhanced catalytic activity toward CO catalytic oxidation at low temperature. Applied Nanoscience, 2023-06

Contributors: Yunwei Wei, Yiwei Li, Dianfeng Han, Jian Liu, Shujuan Lyu, Chunhui Li, Yang Tan, Zhikang Wang, Jiafeng Yu. Link

Recent progress in the electrochemical quantification of nitrophenols. Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry, 2023-06

Contributors: Shuo Wang, Yiwei Li, Jin Song, Jinheng Zhang, Yaohong Ma. Link