Prof. Xiaoli Zhang | Solar Cells | Best Researcher Award

Guangdong University of Technology, China.

Prof. Xiaoli Zhang is a leading researcher in materials physics and chemistry, specializing in perovskite solar cells, LEDs, and quantum dots. She is currently a Professor at the School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Guangdong University of Technology. With extensive experience in advanced optoelectronic materials, her work focuses on smart lighting and next-generation energy solutions.

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🎓 Education

Prof. Xiaoli Zhang earned her Ph.D. in Materials Physics and Chemistry from Tianjin University, China, in 2014, where she focused on advanced materials for energy and optoelectronic applications. Prior to that, she completed her Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Materials Physics and Chemistry at Tianjin University in 2010, gaining a strong foundation in material synthesis, characterization, and functional applications. Her academic background has played a crucial role in shaping her expertise in perovskite solar cells, LEDs, and quantum dot materials, contributing to significant advancements in the field of optoelectronic engineering.

🔬 Research Experience

Prof. Xiaoli Zhang has an extensive research background in materials science and optoelectronics. Since 2021, she has been a Professor at Guangdong University of Technology, China, where she leads research in perovskite solar cells, LEDs, and quantum dots, contributing to advancements in next-generation energy and lighting technologies.

From 2018 to 2020, she served as a Research Assistant Professor at Southern University of Science and Technology, China, focusing on the development of quasi-2D perovskites and their application in wearable perovskite LEDs, enhancing the efficiency and stability of flexible optoelectronic devices.

Prior to that, from 2015 to 2018, she was a Postdoctoral Scholar at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, where she conducted in-depth research on impurity phase control in perovskite materials and optimized high-efficiency LED fabrication techniques, paving the way for improved device performance and commercial applications.

🔍 Research Interests

Perovskite Solar Cells & LEDs – High-efficiency, stable energy devices

Quantum Dots – Applications in lighting and display technology

Smart Lighting – Development of next-generation lighting solutions

Energy Storage & Conversion – Sustainable and high-performance materials

🏆 Awards & Honors

🥇 First Prize, Natural Science in Guangdong Province (2022)

🎖 Outstanding Postdoctoral Fellowship (2017)

🌍 Overseas High-level Talent Award (2017)

🏅 Postdoctoral Foundation First Prize (2017)

📚 Selected Publications

Salt-Based Catalyzer to Aid Heterogeneous Nucleation Enabling >23% Efficient Electron-Transport-Layer-Free Perovskite Solar Cells

Authors: Jidong Deng, Xiaofeng Huang, Yuliang Che, Li Yang, Jinbao Zhang

Publication Year: 2024

Summary: This study explores a salt-based catalyst to enhance heterogeneous nucleation, improving efficiency in perovskite solar cells without the need for an electron transport layer.

Acid Doping of PEDOT:PSS Strengthens Interfacial Compatibility toward Efficient and Stable Perovskite Solar Cells

Authors: Jidong Deng, Yinhu Gao, Yuliang Che, Xiaoli Zhang, Li Yang

Published in: ACS Applied Energy Materials (2024)

Summary: The research investigates acid doping of PEDOT:PSS to enhance interfacial compatibility, improving efficiency and stability in perovskite solar cells.

Dipole-Assisted Hole Injection for Efficient Blue Quantum Dot Light-Emitting Diodes

Authors: Youwei Zhang, Xiangtian Xiao, Ruiqiang Xu, Kai Wang, Xiaowei Sun

Published in: Applied Physics Letters (2024)

Summary: This work focuses on dipole-assisted hole injection mechanisms to enhance the performance of blue quantum dot LEDs.

SnO2-Based Interfacial Engineering Towards Improved Perovskite Solar Cells

Authors: Bing’e Li, Chuangping Liu, Xiaoli Zhang

Published in: Nanomaterials (2024)

Citations: 1

Summary: The study discusses SnO2-based interfacial engineering strategies for optimizing perovskite solar cells' efficiency.

Emission-Tunable Inorganic Metal Halide Perovskite Nanocrystals for Passive Q-Switched Fiber Laser

Authors: Chuangping Liu, Shi Lai, Linkun Zhong, Xiaoli Zhang

Published in: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics (2024)

Summary: The research focuses on emission-tunable metal halide perovskite nanocrystals for passive Q-switched fiber laser applications.

Mr. Mustafa Onat | Power Systems | Best Researcher Award

Marmara University, Turkey.

Mustafa Onat is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Marmara University. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey, in 2001. With a career spanning over two decades, Professor Onat has made significant contributions to the fields of control theory, intelligent systems, and renewable energy control systems. His work bridges the gap between theory and practical applications, positioning him as a leading researcher and academic in his field.

Experience 💼

Currently, Professor Onat serves at Marmara University in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Throughout his academic career, he has been actively involved in teaching advanced courses, supervising graduate theses, and conducting cutting-edge research in control systems. His experience extends to various research projects and collaborations, particularly in the areas of intelligent control and renewable energy technologies.

Research Interests 🔬

Control Theory and Its Applications:
He explores the theoretical aspects of control systems and applies them to real-world problems, enhancing system stability, performance, and robustness.

Power Control Systems:
His research in power control systems involves optimizing energy distribution, improving power quality, and ensuring efficient operation of electrical grids.

Intelligent Control Systems:
Professor Onat investigates advanced control algorithms, including AI-driven and adaptive control systems, to improve decision-making in complex systems.

Renewable Energy Control Systems:
He is deeply engaged in developing control strategies for renewable energy sources, aiming to integrate sustainable energy solutions into existing power systems.

Publications 📚

Optimal Siting, Sizing, and Energy Management of Distributed Renewable Generation and Storage Under Atmospheric Conditions, MTF Al-Mahammedi, M Onat – Sustainability 17(1),

Modeling of the Effect of Outdoor Parameters Affecting the Performance of the Heat Pump on the Evaporator and Condenser TemperatureM Ozdemir, MK Onat, A Onat, I Ekmekci – Gazi University, 2024

A Novel Nonlinear Plus Integral Controller With a Real-Time Application on Incubator Temperature Regulation, M. Onat – IEEE Access 10, 125230-125242, 2022

Developing Finger Joint Biomechanics Through a Dynamic Hand Model, V Yegin, M Onat – Emerging Materials Research 11(2), 198-208, 2022

3D Night Illumination of Aphrodisias Open-Air Museum With LED Technology, M Onat, HH Celik, SN Ozturk.