Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla | Catalysis | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla | Catalysis | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla at University of Tlemcen / Universidad de Cadiz, Algeria

Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla is a dedicated Ph.D. researcher in Applied Chemistry, specializing in Nanoscience and Materials Technologies, affiliated with the University of Cadiz, Spain, and Aboubekr Belkaid University of Tlemcen, Algeria. Her work focuses on catalysis, nanomaterials, and biofuel production. She has authored and presented several research contributions at international conferences and workshops, and recently co-authored a publication in Catalysts (2025) on sub-nano ruthenium catalysts. In addition to her research, she has taught undergraduate and master’s level chemistry courses. Chaima continues to advance her expertise through international training and active participation in collaborative scientific initiatives.

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Educational Background

Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla holds a strong academic foundation in chemistry, beginning with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry (2015) and a Master’s degree in Applied Chemistry with a focus on Catalysis, Materials, and Environment (2017) from Aboubekr Belkaid University of Tlemcen, Algeria. She is currently pursuing dual Ph.D. programs—one in Applied Chemistry at her home university and another in Nanoscience and Materials Technology at the University of Cadiz, Spain. Her education is further enriched by specialized training in analytical techniques, including TEM, GC-MS, XPS, and Raman Spectroscopy, as well as participation in scientific workshops across Europe and North Africa.

Professional Experience

Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla has accumulated valuable academic and research experience through various teaching and laboratory roles. She has served as a temporary teacher at Aboubekr Belkaid University of Tlemcen, Algeria, instructing undergraduate and master’s students in General and Organic Chemistry, Analytical Techniques, and Biology-related chemistry modules from 2017 to 2022. Alongside her teaching, she has been actively involved in hands-on research at the Laboratory of Catalysis and Organic Chemistry Synthesis. Her work includes catalyst development and characterization for biofuel applications, supported by advanced training in spectroscopy and chromatography techniques, enhancing her skills in applied and experimental chemistry.

Awards and Honors

Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla has earned several recognitions that highlight her dedication to scientific advancement and academic excellence. She received a First Aid Diploma from the Algerian Red Crescent, demonstrating her commitment to community service. She has also been selected to participate in prestigious international workshops and training programs, such as the European Summer Workshop on Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM-UCA) in Spain, and the XPS Data Analysis Workshop by CasaXPS, Lehigh University, USA. These honors reflect her active engagement in global scientific networks and her pursuit of advanced knowledge in nanomaterials, catalysis, and analytical instrumentation.

Research Focus

Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla’s research centers on applied chemistry with a strong emphasis on nanoscience, catalysis, and sustainable energy solutions. Her primary focus involves the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, particularly single-atom and sub-nano ruthenium catalysts, for biomass upgrading and biofuel production. She explores the catalytic properties of noble metal nanoparticles supported on various oxides to enhance reaction efficiency and selectivity. Her work bridges material science and environmental chemistry, aiming to develop innovative technologies for cleaner energy. Through international collaborations and multidisciplinary approaches, she continues to contribute to advancements in green chemistry and nanotechnology for environmental sustainability.

Publication Top Notes

Single-Atom and Sub-Nano Ruthenium Cluster Catalysts—Application to Biomass Upgrading into Biofuel Additive
Year: 2025

Conclusion

Chaima Zoulikha Tabet-Zatla is an emerging researcher in Applied Chemistry with a strong focus on catalysis, nanoscience, and sustainable materials technologies. Her academic journey spans two prestigious institutions—Aboubekr Belkaid University in Algeria and the University of Cadiz in Spain—where she is pursuing dual Ph.D. programs. Her research on biofuel production and sub-nano ruthenium cluster catalysts, published in Catalysts (2025), demonstrates innovation in renewable energy solutions. She has actively participated in international conferences such as VCCA-2022 and ISCSC-2018 and has completed advanced technical training in TEM, GC-MS, and Raman Spectroscopy. To elevate her candidacy for top-tier research awards, she would benefit from a broader peer-reviewed publication record, clearer evidence of research impact, and the completion of her doctoral studies. Nonetheless, her interdisciplinary approach, global collaboration, and technical proficiency make her a strong prospect for future recognition in catalysis and material science research.

 

 

Jiannian Yao | Catalysis | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jiannian Yao | Catalysis | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Jiannian Yao, Institute of Molecular Engineering Plus, College of Chemistry, Fuzhou University, China

Prof. Jiannian Yao, an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), is a renowned chemist and global scientific leader. He currently serves as Director, Professor, and Doctoral Supervisor at the Institute of Molecular Engineering Plus, College of Chemistry, Fuzhou University. He is Editor-in-Chief of Frontiers in Optoelectronic Science and Technology and Associate Editor-in-Chief of the Encyclopedia of China (Chemistry). A Fellow of both the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) and the International Society for Nanomanufacturing (ISNM), Prof. Yao has held influential roles including Vice Chairman of the National Natural Science Foundation of China and President of the Chinese Chemical Society. His research focuses on excited-state chemistry, photo-functional materials, and nano-optoelectronics. He has published over 600 papers, authored five books, holds 50+ patents, and is consistently listed among Elsevier’s Most Cited Chinese Researchers. His major awards include the National Natural Science Award and the Ho Leung Ho Lee Prize.

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Academic Positions 

Prof. Jiannian Yao, a prominent figure in the field of chemistry, currently serves as Director, Professor, and Doctoral Supervisor at the Institute of Molecular Engineering Plus, College of Chemistry, Fuzhou University. He is Editor-in-Chief of Frontiers in Optoelectronic Science and Technology and Associate Editor-in-Chief (Chemistry) for the Encyclopedia of China (3rd Edition). Prof. Yao is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) and the International Society for Nanomanufacturing (ISNM), reflecting his global academic influence. His prior leadership roles include Vice Chairman of the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), Vice Chairman of the Chinese Peasants’ and Workers’ Democratic Party, and President of the Chinese Chemical Society. He also served as Deputy Director of the Institute of Chemistry, CAS, and was the Founding Editor-in-Chief of CCS Chemistry. Additionally, he held several political and advisory positions, including roles in the National People’s Congress and with the Japan Science and Technology Agency.

Academic Achievements

Prof. Jiannian Yao has established himself as a leading scholar through an outstanding body of academic work that spans over decades. He has published more than 600 high-impact research papers in world-renowned journals such as Nature, Journal of the American Chemical Society, Angewandte Chemie International Edition, and Advanced Materials, contributing significantly to the advancement of chemical sciences and material research. His scholarly output also includes the authorship of five academic books and the co-translation of one influential monograph, further reflecting his dedication to knowledge dissemination and education. In addition to his publications, Prof. Yao holds over 50 authorized patents, showcasing his commitment to innovation and applied science. Since 2014, he has consistently been recognized among Elsevier’s Most Cited Chinese Researchers, underscoring his influence and leadership in global scientific communities and his substantial impact on the fields of chemistry, materials science, and nanotechnology.

Awards and Honors

Prof. Jiannian Yao has been widely recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to science and technology through numerous prestigious awards. He is a two-time recipient of the National Natural Science Award (Second Class), receiving this honor in both 2004 and 2014 as the first awardee, acknowledging his pioneering research and long-standing impact in chemical sciences. In 2015, he was awarded the Ho Leung Ho Lee Foundation Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress, one of the most esteemed honors in China, highlighting his innovative achievements and leadership in advancing scientific research. Further cementing his reputation, Prof. Yao received the CAS Outstanding Scientific Achievement Award in 2016, a testament to his exceptional contributions under the Chinese Academy of Sciences. These accolades collectively reflect Prof. Yao’s enduring commitment to excellence, his influence on both national and international research landscapes, and his role as a visionary leader in modern chemistry and material science.

Research Focus

Prof. Jiannian Yao’s research primarily spans the interdisciplinary frontiers of physical chemistry, materials science, and nanotechnology. His work is deeply rooted in excited-state chemistry, where he explores the behavior of molecules and materials under electronic excitation—a field essential to understanding photophysical and photochemical processes. He is also a leading expert in photo-functional materials, developing compounds that exhibit desirable properties under light, which are critical for applications in solar energy conversion, sensing, and light-emitting devices. In catalytic chemistry, Prof. Yao investigates reaction mechanisms and designs novel catalysts, with a strong emphasis on orbital catalysis, a concept advancing catalytic theory. Additionally, his pioneering studies on low-dimensional materials and nano-optoelectronics contribute to the development of next-generation electronic and photonic devices. Overall, his research focus represents a convergence of fundamental science and advanced technology, placing him in the top tier of global researchers in chemistry, nanomaterials, and photonic systems.

Publication Top Notes

  • Topologically reconfigurable room-temperature polariton condensates from bound states in the continuum in organic metasurfaces, Nature Communications, 2025

  • Excited-State Antiaromaticity Relief Triggers Singlet Fission in Nonbenzenoid Polycyclic Hydrocarbon, CCS Chemistry, 2025 — 2 citations

  • An [Ag₃(dppy)₂(NO₃)₃]n cluster polymer with narrowing fluorescence, iScience, 2025

  • Plasmon–Exciton–Polariton Condensation in Organic Semiconductor-Covered Plasmonic Lattices, Laser and Photonics Reviews, 2025 — 1 citation

  • Self-Healing 2D Anion-Organic Frameworks for Low-Temperature Water Release, Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2025 — 1 citation

  • Circularly Polarized Lasing from Helical Superstructures of Chiral Organic Molecules, Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2025 — 12 citations

  • The Development, Essence and Perspective of Nitrogen Reduction to Ammonia (Review), [Journal not specified], 2025 — 12 citations

  • Trion-Triggered Continuous-Wave Lasing in Lithium Ion-Doped Cuboidal Perovskite Microcrystals, CCS Chemistry, 2025

  • Electrocatalytic C─S Cross-Coupling via Engineered Frustrated Lewis Acid-Base Pairs for High-Efficiency Methanesulfonate Synthesis, Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2025

  • Probing Multilevel Chiroptical Activity in Organic Supramolecular Microcrystals for High-Performance Circularly Polarized Lasing, Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2025

Shengbo Zhang | Catalysis | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Shengbo Zhang | Catalysis | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Shengbo Zhang, Tianjin University, China

Prof. Shengbo Zhang, a distinguished scholar from Peiyang, is a professor at the School of Environment, Tianjin University. His pioneering research encompasses catalytic recycling of waste plastics, artificial photosynthesis, and hydrogen energy utilization. He has authored over 50 influential publications in esteemed journals such as Nat. Sustain, J. Am. Chem. Soc., and ACS Catal. Prof. Zhang serves as a young editorial board member for journals like eScience and Green Carbon, contributing significantly to sustainable energy advancements. 🌿

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🎓 Education

Prof. Shengbo Zhang earned his academic credentials in chemical and environmental engineering. He pursued his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at Tianjin University, specializing in catalytic materials and renewable energy technologies. He further obtained his PhD from a renowned institution, focusing on waste recycling innovations and clean energy production. His multidisciplinary education equipped him with expertise in sustainable energy solutions, laying a solid foundation for his prolific research career. 📘

💼 Experience

With years of academic and research experience, Prof. Zhang has made remarkable contributions in the fields of catalysis and environmental sustainability. As a professor at Tianjin University, he leads a dynamic research team exploring advanced waste plastic recycling and hydrogen energy applications. He has mentored numerous graduate students and collaborated with global institutions on sustainable energy projects. His experience includes editorial roles in high-impact journals and extensive peer review for leading publications. 🏢

🏅 Awards and Honors

Prof. Zhang has received multiple accolades for his outstanding research contributions. He has been recognized with prestigious awards in sustainable energy innovation, including national science awards and young researcher honors. His impactful publications have garnered wide acclaim, earning him invitations to deliver keynote speeches at international conferences. As an editorial board member and reviewer for leading journals, he continues to influence the scientific community. 🏆

🔎 Research Focus

Prof. Shengbo Zhang’s research emphasizes sustainable development through catalytic recycling, artificial photosynthesis, and hydrogen energy utilization. His innovative approaches in converting waste plastics into valuable resources contribute to the circular economy. Additionally, his work on hydrogen energy systems advances clean energy alternatives. By developing cutting-edge catalysts and renewable energy technologies, he aims to address global environmental challenges and reduce carbon emissions. 🌱

Publication Top Notes

  • 📄 Boosted hydrodeoxygenation of lignin and its derivatives to cycloalkanes over Ni catalysts with surface decoration of AlPO4 species – Xinyong Diao, Linge Hao, Yawen Shi, Shengbo Zhang, Na Ji, Journal of Energy Chemistry, 2025, 🟢 0 Citations

  • 📚 Photocatalytic Upgrading of Plastic Waste into High-Value-Added Chemicals and Fuels: Advances and Perspectives – Ruhan Wei, Yawen Shi, Shengbo Zhang, Yiding Ma, Na Ji, ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering, 2025, 🟢 0 Citations

  • 🛠️ Advances and Challenges for Catalytic Recycling and Upgrading of Real-World Mixed Plastic Waste – Yawen Shi, Xinyong Diao, Na Ji, Kaihao Cao, Shengbo Zhang, ACS Catalysis, 2025, 🟢 0 Citations

  • 🌱 Photoreforming of waste plastic by B-doped carbon nitride nanotube: Atomic-level modulation and mechanism insights – Zongyang Ya, Lei Tang, Dong Xu, Hua Wang, Shengbo Zhang, AIChE Journal, 2025, 🟢 1 Citation