Dr. Huazhang Guo | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Huazhang Guo | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Shanghai University, China.

Huazhang Guo is a Research Associate at Shanghai University, specializing in the green, controllable preparation and application of carbon nanomaterial functional materials. With a strong background in nanomaterials and catalysis, she has made significant contributions to sustainable energy conversion and chemical production. Over the years, she has published 13 high-impact journal articles, including in Nature Communications, Advanced Functional Materials, and Materials Today. Her work has garnered 1834 citations with an H-index of 22, and she also serves as a guest editor for the journals Molecules and Nanomaterials.

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Education 🎓

Huazhang Guo pursued her Ph.D. in Materials Science at Shanghai University, where she specialized in the green and controllable preparation of carbon nanomaterial functional materials. Prior to that, she earned her Master’s degree in Nanomaterials from the same institution, focusing on advanced material synthesis and their applications in energy conversion and catalysis. She began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, which laid the foundation for her expertise in material chemistry, nanotechnology, and sustainable materials. Her strong academic background has contributed significantly to her research in carbon-based functional materials and electrocatalysis.

Experience 👩‍🔬

Huazhang Guo is currently a Research Associate at Shanghai University, where she focuses on the green and controllable preparation of carbon nanomaterial functional materials. In addition to her research role, she serves as a Guest Editor for the journals Molecules and Nanomaterials, contributing her expertise to advancing scientific publications in nanotechnology and materials science.

She actively collaborates with leading universities and has co-authored research papers in prestigious journals such as Nature Communications, ACS Nano, Carbon, Applied Materials Today, and Molecules. Her work emphasizes electrocatalysis, sustainable material applications, and nanomaterial innovations.

Research Interests 🔬

Carbon Nanomaterials: Green and controllable synthesis for various applications

Electrocatalytic Reduction of CO₂ (ECO₂RR): Sustainable syngas production with tunable CO/H₂ ratios

Energy Conversion & Catalysis: Designing efficient and stable carbon-based catalysts for CO₂ utilization

Advanced Functional Materials: Exploring their role in sustainable chemistry

Awards & Achievements 🏆

5 Highly Cited Papers (ESI Top Papers)

1834 Total Citations & H-index of 22

1 Authorized Chinese Invention Patent & 15 Patent Applications

Editorial Role in Molecules and Nanomaterials

Selected Publications 📚

Recent advances in amino-functionalized metal–organic frameworks for sustainable photocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction
Yaning Liu, Huazhang Guo, Zhonghua Sun, Jiye Zhang, Zhihui Zhang
Separation and Purification Technology, 2025
Cited by: 1

Harnessing graphene quantum dots for the selective and sensitive detection of dye contaminants
Yuping Xiong, Weitao Li, Luoman Zhang, Jiye Zhang, Liang Wang
Diamond and Related Materials, 2025

Optimizing the crystal structure and electrochemical properties of Na₄MnCr(PO₄)₃ by trace La doping
Keyi Sun, Yuxuan Liu, Wenbin Fei, Yulei Sui, Ling Wu
Applied Surface Science, 2025

Radiation-synthesis of covalent bonding heterojunctions for selective solar-driven CO₂ reduction
Weidong Hou, Huazhang Guo, Kang Wang, Ming Hong Wu, Liang Wang
Materials Today, 2025

Radiation-Synthesized Metal–Organic Frameworks with Ligand-Induced Lewis Pairs for Selective CO₂ Electroreduction
Wenhui Liu, Bijun Tang, Kai Huang, Zhendong Lei, Liang Wang
Small, 2024
Cited by: 7

 

 

 

Prof. Dr. Antonio Rescifina | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Antonio Rescifina | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Catania, Italy.

Prof. Dr. Antonio Rescifina, born on December 23, 1964, in Messina, Italy, is a distinguished researcher and professor in Organic Chemistry. He currently serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Catania, where he has been a member of the faculty since 1996. His research focuses on the synthesis of organic compounds with applications in pharmaceuticals, environmental chemistry, and materials science.

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Prof. Rescifina holds a degree in Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technology from the University of Messina (1989), with honors. He later obtained another degree in Pharmacy (1991) and completed a Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences with a specialization in Organic Chemistry from the University of Catania (1995).

Experience 💼

Prof. Rescifina has had an extensive career in research and teaching. He worked as a researcher at the University of Catania and the University of Messina before becoming a professor. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to scientific advancements in organic chemistry, working on numerous projects funded by both national and international organizations. His roles have included being a scientific coordinator of various research projects.

Research Interests 🔬

Organic Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Applications
Dr. Yucra's work primarily focuses on the synthesis of novel chemical compounds for pharmaceutical and industrial applications. His research aims to create more efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions to current challenges in these sectors.

Carbon Dioxide Decarbonization & Valorization
He is committed to developing innovative carbon dioxide decarbonization and valorization processes, which aim to transform CO₂ from a harmful greenhouse gas into valuable industrial products, contributing to environmental sustainability.

Green Chemistry
Dr. Yucra emphasizes green chemistry principles, working on solutions that minimize environmental impact, enhance energy efficiency, and reduce the use of toxic chemicals, all while maintaining effective chemical processes.

Pharmaceutical Nanostructures
In his work on pharmaceutical nanostructures, he explores the development of nanoscale materials that can be used for targeted drug delivery, improving the effectiveness of treatments while reducing side effects.

Supramolecular Catalysis
His interest in supramolecular catalysis focuses on creating catalysts that work through non-covalent interactions, leading to more efficient and selective chemical reactions, with potential applications in pharmaceuticals and green chemistry.

Sustainable Chemistry Materials
Finally, Dr. Yucra is involved in the design and development of innovative materials for sustainable chemistry, aiming to create alternatives to traditional chemical processes that are more sustainable, eco-friendly, and economically viable.

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Awards 🏆

Prof. Rescifina's work has earned him national recognition, including the prestigious Abilitazione Scientifica Nazionale (National Scientific Qualification) for Full Professor in 2018.

His research contributions have been acknowledged in various funded projects and prestigious conferences.

Selected Publications 📚

Designing a Monolithic Photo-Fenton Catalyst Using a Fungal Hydroxypyrone Metabolic Derivative
Materials Today Chemistry
March 2025 | Journal article
Contributors: Elisabetta Grazia Tomarchio, Valentina Giglio, Chiara Zagni, Sabrina Carola Carroccio, Vincenzo Paratore, Guglielmo Guido Condorelli, Giuseppe Floresta, Sandro Dattilo, Antonio Rescifina.

Efficient Green Solvent-Free CO2/Epoxide Cycloaddition Catalyzed by a β-Cyclodextrin-Imidazolium-Based Ionic Liquid
Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry
March 2025 | Journal article
Contributors: Elisabetta Grazia Tomarchio, Chiara Zagni, Rita Turnaturi, Sandro Dattilo, Vincenzo Patamia, Giuseppe Floresta, Sabrina Carola Carroccio, Tommaso Mecca, Antonio Rescifina.

A Full Carbon-Based Thermoplastic Photocatalyst for Organic Pollutants Abatement: An Experimental and Computational Study
FlatChem
January 2025 | Journal article
Contributors: Lidia Mezzina, Angelo Nicosia, Vincenzo Patamia, Antonio Rescifina, Luisa D’Urso, Vincenzo Paratore, Placido Giuseppe Mineo.

Enhancing HDAC Inhibitor Screening: Addressing Zinc Parameterization and Ligand Protonation in Docking Studies
International Journal of Molecular Sciences
January 20, 2025 | Journal article
Contributors: Rocco Buccheri, Alessandro Coco, Lorella Pasquinucci, Emanuele Amata, Agostino Marrazzo, Antonio Rescifina.

Bio-Based Palladium Catalyst in Cryogel for Cross-Coupling Reactions
Materials Chemistry Frontiers
2024 | Journal article
Contributors: Elisabetta Grazia Tomarchio, Chiara Zagni, Vincenzo Paratore, Guglielmo Guido Condorelli, Sabrina Carola Carroccio, Antonio Rescifina.

 

 

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