Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiang-Ting Min, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, China
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiang-Ting Min is a distinguished chemical researcher specializing in single-atom catalysts for deuterated compound synthesis. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor since 2024, he earned his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, following his Master’s from Dalian University of Technology and Bachelor’s from Liaocheng University. He completed postdoctoral research under Profs. Tao Zhang and Botao Qiao. Dr. Min has published 35 papers. He also serves as a reviewer for Nature Communications and guest editor for Catalysts.
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🎓 Educational and Research Journey
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiang-Ting Min has built a strong academic and research foundation in the field of chemistry through a structured and prestigious educational path. He pursued his postdoctoral research from 2021 to 2024 at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics under the guidance of renowned mentors Prof. Tao Zhang and Prof. Botao Qiao, focusing on advanced catalysis. Prior to this, he completed his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (2018–2021) at the same institute under the supervision of Prof. Boshun Wan and Prof. Qing-An Chen, where he developed expertise in molecular transformations. He earned his Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering (2015–2018) from the Dalian University of Technology under Prof. Jianhui Liu, gaining valuable knowledge in applied chemical processes. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry (2011–2015) at Liaocheng University, where he was mentored by Prof. Min Liu. This progressive trajectory reflects his dedication to research and excellence in chemistry.
🧪 Professional Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiang-Ting Min began his role as an Assistant Professor in 2024, continuing his dedication to cutting-edge chemical research. In this position, he is leading innovative studies focused on the development of single-atom catalysts for the efficient and selective synthesis of deuterated compounds, which are crucial in pharmaceutical development, metabolic studies, and drug stability enhancement. His research aims to push the boundaries of modern catalysis by exploring atom-efficient, sustainable methods for isotope labeling and fine chemical production. Building upon his extensive postdoctoral and doctoral experiences, Dr. Min integrates advanced spectroscopic, computational, and synthetic approaches to design next-generation catalytic systems. His current academic role not only involves intensive laboratory research but also includes mentoring graduate students and contributing to high-impact scientific publications. This appointment reflects both his rising academic stature and his commitment to addressing complex challenges in organometallic chemistry and catalytic science.
🔬 Research Focus
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiang-Ting Min’s research lies at the intersection of organometallic catalysis, isotope labeling, and single-atom catalysis. His work primarily focuses on developing palladium and rhodium-based single-atom catalysts for hydrogen–deuterium exchange reactions, particularly targeting α-site-selective deuteration in benzylic alcohols and aldehydes. 🧪 He explores decarbonylative coupling, cross-coupling, and photocatalysis using transition metal complexes. His innovations contribute to green chemistry, drug metabolism studies, and synthetic efficiency. 🌱⚗️ Through cutting-edge publications in JACS, Chem, and Angew. Chem., Dr. Min’s research advances precision catalysis and isotope chemistry, impacting pharmaceuticals, materials science, and sustainable synthesis.
Publication Top Notes
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🧪 2025 – Catalytic α‑Site‑Selective Hydrogen‑Deuterium Exchange of Benzylic Alcohols by Palladium Single‑Atom Catalyst – achieved up to 95% α‑deuteration in benzylic alcohols using Pd single‑atom catalysts
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🧩 2023 – Heterogeneous geminal‑atom catalysis: Cross‑coupling reactions through the pair of single‑atom sites – introduced geminal‑atom catalysts (GACs) enabling cooperative cross‑coupling
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🔄 2022 – Rhodium‑Catalyzed Deuterated Tsuji–Wilkinson Decarbonylation of Aldehydes with D₂O (J. Am. Chem. Soc.) – developed selective deuteration of aldehydes via Rh catalysis
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🌞 2021 – Visible‑Light Induced Bifunctional Rhodium Catalysis for Decarbonylative Coupling of Imides with Alkynes (Angew. Chem. Int. Ed.) – unveiled photoredox‑driven Rh catalysis for imide–alkyne coupling
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⚙️ 2020 – Cobalt‑Catalyzed Regioselective Carboamidation of Alkynes with Imides (Org. Lett.) – achieved selective carboamidation of alkynes via Co catalysts