Gongxuan Lu | Hydrogen Generation | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Gongxuan Lu | Hydrogen Generation | Best Researcher Award

Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics | Chinese Academy of Sciences | China

Prof. Dr. Gongxuan Lu is a distinguished researcher in physical chemistry, having earned his Ph.D. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences in 1993 and joining the State Key Laboratory for Oxo Synthesis and Selective Oxidation (OSSO) in 1986. His research focuses on environmentally friendly catalysis, catalytic hydrogen production, renewable energy conversion, and solar energy storage via photocatalysis. Over his career, he has published more than 137 peer-reviewed papers, garnering over 7748 citations and achieving an H-index of 49, reflecting his global impact. He currently serves as Deputy Director of the OSSO Laboratory and Director of the National Engineering Research Center of Fine Petrochemical Intermediates (ERC). Prof. Dr. Gongxuan Lu is also Deputy Chief Editor of the Journal of Molecular Catalysis (China) and a fellow of multiple scientific societies, including the Chinese Renewable Energy Society, Chinese Chemical Society, and Chinese Catalysis Society. He has mentored over 30 Master’s and Doctoral students and was awarded the State Second Award of Science & Technology Development, highlighting his significant contributions to science and innovation.

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Featured Publications

Lu, G. (2025). Corrosion inhibition of nickel–cobalt–phosphide in water by coating TiO₂ layer. Chinese Journal of Inorganic Chemistry.

Lu, G. (2024). Electrolytic hydrogen production electrode and electrolyzer using chemical industry wastewater. Journal of Molecular Catalysis.

Lu, G. (2024). Electrocatalytic water splitting over nickel iron hydroxide–cobalt phosphide composite electrode. Wuji Cailiao Xuebao (Journal of Inorganic Materials).

Lu, G., et al. (2024). Enhancement of photocatalytic activity for overall water splitting by inhibiting reverse reactions and photocorrosion of C₃N₄ via modification with TiO₂ thin layer. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy.

Lu, G., et al. (2024). Stable and wide spectrum response Zn₃As₂/Al₂O₃ photocatalyst for photocatalytic overall water splitting. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy.

Lu, G., et al. (2023). Enhancement of electrocatalytic oxygen reduction reaction and oxygen evolution reaction by introducing lanthanum species in the carbon shell. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces.

Wang Liqiang | Catalytic hydrogenation | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Liqiang | Catalytic hydrogenation | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Liqiang, Zhengzhou University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Liqiang is a distinguished researcher in materials science and catalysis, currently serving at Zhengzhou University. With expertise in carbon-supported metal catalysts, hydrogenation reactions, and electrocatalysis, he has led multiple national research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. He has authored numerous high-impact publications in ACS Catalysis, Advanced Materials, and Nano Research. Dr. Wang completed his PhD at Central South University and has a strong academic foundation in chemistry and materials science. His work focuses on developing sustainable catalytic materials for industrial applications.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Wang Liqiang earned his PhD in Chemistry from Central South University (2013–2017), specializing in catalytic materials. He also completed his Master’s degree at the same institution (2010–2013), focusing on chemical engineering and nanomaterials. His undergraduate studies were at Ludong University (2006–2010), where he developed a solid foundation in chemistry and materials science.

Experience 💼

Dr. Wang has been an Associate Professor at Zhengzhou University since 2020, leading research on advanced catalytic materials. He previously worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher (2018–2020) at Central South University, focusing on metal-supported catalysts for hydrogenation reactions. His research has significantly contributed to the development of single-atom catalysts and electrocatalysis, addressing industrial and environmental challenges.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Wang has received recognition for his contributions to materials science and catalysis, including prestigious grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China. His innovative research has earned him awards under the Youth Talent Program of China Association for Science and Technology. His work is widely cited, and he has been invited as a keynote speaker at various international conferences.

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Wang specializes in catalytic hydrogenation, single-atom catalysts, and carbon-supported metal catalysts for industrial applications. His research aims to enhance catalytic efficiency using sustainable materials. He focuses on electronic structure regulation, metal-support interactions, and nanomaterials for energy conversion. His work contributes to green chemistry and sustainable catalytic processes. 🚀

Publication Top Notes

  • 🧬 Black phosphorus nanosheet-based drug delivery system for synergistic photodynamic/photothermal/chemotherapy of cancer – Cited by 1039 – 2016

  • 🧠 Black phosphorus nanosheets as a neuroprotective nanomedicine for neurodegenerative disorder therapy – Cited by 363 – 2018

  • 🩺 Cell membrane camouflaged hollow prussian blue nanoparticles for synergistic photothermal-/chemotherapy of cancer – Cited by 343 – 2017

  • ⚡ MOF encapsulating N-heterocyclic carbene-ligated copper single-atom site catalyst towards efficient methane electrosynthesis – Cited by 305 – 2022

  • 🛡️ Minimally invasive nanomedicine: nanotechnology in photo-/ultrasound-/radiation-/magnetism-mediated therapy and imaging – Cited by 258 – 2022

  • 💧 Lewis Acid Site-Promoted Single-Atomic Cu Catalyzes Electrochemical CO2 Methanation – Cited by 193 – 2021

  • 🧪 An alloy chemistry strategy to tailoring the d-band center of Ni by Cu for efficient and selective catalytic hydrogenation of furfural – Cited by 163 – 2020

  • 🟢 MOF-Templated Fabrication of Hollow Co4N@N-Doped Carbon Porous Nanocages with Superior Catalytic Activity – Cited by 141 – 2018

  • 🏥 Dual roles of protein as a template and a sulfur provider: a general approach to metal sulfides for efficient photothermal therapy of cancer – Cited by 135 – 2018

  • 🩸 Two-dimensional semiconductors for ultrasound-mediated cancer therapy: the case of black phosphorus nanosheets – Cited by 134 – 2018