Lihao Guo | Energy Storage | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Lihao Guo | Energy Storage | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Lihao Guo has published 5 Scopus-indexed documents with an h-index of 2 and 38 citations by 38 documents. His 2026 article in ACS Applied Energy Materials explores Mn-based hydroxide precursor thickness and its influence on Li-rich cathode structure and electrochemical performance, highlighting impactful contributions to advanced energy storage materials research.

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Zenghui Qiu | Electrochemical energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zenghui Qiu | Electrochemical energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zenghui Qiu, +Beijing University of Chemical Technology, China

Dr. Zenghui Qiu is a distinguished researcher in material science and nanotechnology, specializing in electrochemistry, energy storage materials, supercapacitors, and electrocatalysis. He is affiliated with the College of Mathematics & Physics at Beijing University of Chemical Technology, China. His research contributions focus on hybrid electrochemical energy storage devices, with numerous publications in top-tier journals such as ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Nano Research, and Journal of Alloys and Compounds. As an active peer reviewer for leading scientific journals, Dr. Qiu plays a crucial role in advancing the field of electrochemical energy storage. His studies on MXene-based hydrogels, graphene composites, and zinc-ion capacitors have significantly impacted the development of next-generation energy storage technologies. Recognized for his expertise, he collaborates with top researchers and institutions worldwide, driving innovation in sustainable energy solutions. πŸš€πŸ”‹

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Education πŸŽ“πŸ“š

Dr. Zenghui Qiu pursued his academic journey in material science and electrochemistry, earning his advanced degrees from prestigious institutions. His research focused on the design and synthesis of high-performance energy storage materials, particularly for supercapacitors and hybrid electrochemical devices. Throughout his education, he specialized in MXene-based materials, graphene composites, and electrocatalytic nanomaterials, gaining expertise in their electrochemical properties and applications. He conducted extensive studies on polyaniline-intercalated Ti₃Cβ‚‚Tβ‚“ hydrogels, defect-reduced graphene oxide, and metal oxide heterostructures to enhance energy storage efficiency. His doctoral research led to the development of novel electrode architectures, optimizing their electrochemical performance for next-generation energy storage systems. With a strong foundation in physical chemistry and nanomaterials, Dr. Qiu has emerged as a leading scientist in the field, contributing significantly to advancements in sustainable energy. His educational background laid the foundation for his impactful research and global collaborations in energy storage and material science. βš‘πŸ”

Experience πŸ’πŸ”¬

Dr. Zenghui Qiu has extensive research experience in electrochemical energy storage, material science, and nanotechnology. As a faculty member at the College of Mathematics & Physics, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, he has led multiple research projects focusing on high-performance supercapacitors, hybrid electrochemical devices, and electrocatalysts. He has authored numerous high-impact publications in leading journals, contributing to advancements in MXene-based hydrogels, defect-engineered graphene, and metal-oxide heterostructures. His expertise in energy storage materials has positioned him as a key reviewer for prestigious journals, including ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Nano Research, and Chemical Engineering Journal. Dr. Qiu collaborates with global research teams to develop sustainable energy solutions, working on next-generation energy storage systems with improved efficiency and durability. His research has influenced various applications, from portable electronics to large-scale energy storage, making significant strides in the field of electrochemical energy technologies. βš™οΈπŸ”‹

Awards & Honors πŸ…πŸ₯‡

Dr. Zenghui Qiu has received multiple accolades for his contributions to material science and electrochemical energy storage. His groundbreaking work on high-performance supercapacitors and hybrid electrochemical devices has earned him recognition from top-tier scientific institutions. He has been honored with prestigious awards for his innovative research on MXene-based hydrogels and graphene composites, advancing the field of energy storage materials. His role as a distinguished reviewer for leading journals such as ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces and Nano Research has been acknowledged through editorial distinctions. Dr. Qiu’s contributions to electrocatalysis and energy storage have been recognized at international conferences, where he has received best paper and outstanding researcher awards. His work on high-energy-density zinc-ion capacitors has garnered significant attention, leading to multiple citations and collaborations with esteemed research groups. His commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions continues to be celebrated worldwide. πŸ†πŸ”¬

Research Focus πŸ”βš‘

Dr. Zenghui Qiu specializes in material science, nanotechnology, and electrochemical energy storage. His research focuses on designing and developing advanced supercapacitors, hybrid electrochemical devices, and electrocatalytic materials. He has made significant contributions to the study of MXene-based hydrogels, graphene composites, and metal oxide heterostructures for high-performance energy storage applications. His work explores the electrochemical properties of novel materials, enhancing their capacitance, cycling stability, and rate performance. He investigates the interfacial chemistry and charge transfer mechanisms of nanostructured electrodes, optimizing their functionality for real-world applications. Dr. Qiu’s research has led to breakthroughs in zinc-ion capacitors, asymmetric supercapacitors, and hydrogen evolution electrocatalysts, contributing to sustainable energy solutions. His work aims to bridge the gap between fundamental nanomaterials research and practical energy storage technologies, driving innovations in clean and renewable energy. πŸŒπŸ”‹

 

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πŸ”¬ W. Yan, D. Wu, X. Zhang, Z. Zhang, H. Xu – “Contact enhancement effect: Extending the duration of contact state to enhance the output of contact-separation triboelectric nanogenerators” – Materials Today Communications, 2025 πŸ“„ (πŸ“‘ 0 citations)

⚑ S. Meng, P. Liao, X. Zhang, Z. Qiu, H. Xu – “Ti3C2TX@PPy-reduced graphene oxide heterostructure hydrogel for supercapacitor with excellent rate capability” – Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2025 βš™οΈ (πŸ“‘ 0 citations)

 

 

 

Anjan Sil | Energy Storage Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Anjan Sil | Energy Storage Materials | Best Researcher Award

Professor (HAG), Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India

Prof. Anjan Sil holds a Ph.D. (1991) and M.Tech. (1986) in Materials Technology from Banaras Hindu University and an M.Sc. in Physics (1984) from IIT Kharagpur. With over 32 years of teaching experience, he has mentored numerous undergraduate and postgraduate students in materials science courses. His research spans 37+ years in energy storage materials ⚑ and functional ceramics 🏺, supervising 17 awarded and 5 ongoing Ph.D. theses. He has also mentored postdoctoral fellows in organic photovoltaics and transparent conducting oxides. His work significantly contributes to batteries πŸ”‹, composites πŸ—οΈ, and ceramic coatings.

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Qualification

Prof. Anjan Sil is a distinguished researcher in Materials Technology, holding a Ph.D. (1991) πŸ… and M.Tech. (1986) πŸ—οΈ from Banaras Hindu University, along with an M.Sc. in Physics (1984) βš›οΈ from IIT Kharagpur. With decades of experience, his expertise lies in energy storage materials πŸ”‹, functional ceramics 🏺, and composite materials πŸ”¬. His academic contributions have shaped the fields of electronic materials, polymers, and renewable energy applications. As a mentor, he has guided numerous scholars, influencing advancements in batteries, coatings, and nanomaterials. His dedication to research and education continues to drive innovation in materials engineering.

Teaching experience

With over 32 years of teaching experience 🏫, Prof. Anjan Sil has mentored countless students in the field of Materials Science and Engineering. He has taught a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Electrical and Electronic Materials ⚑, Energy Storage Materials πŸ”‹, Engineering Polymers and Composites πŸ—οΈ, Ceramics and Metal Powder Processing 🏺, and Microsensor & MEMS Devices πŸ€–. His expertise extends to Materials for Renewable Energy 🌱, Electro Ceramics πŸ”¬, Magnetic Materials 🧲, Polymers and Elastomers 🏭, and Smart Devices πŸ’‘. His commitment to education continues to inspire future scientists and engineers.

Research experience

With over 37 years of research experience in Materials Engineering πŸ—οΈ, Prof. Anjan Sil has made significant contributions to Energy Storage Materials πŸ”‹ and Functional Ceramics 🏺. His expertise in these fields has guided numerous scholars, with 17 Ph.D. theses successfully awarded πŸŽ“ and 5 currently ongoing πŸ“–. Additionally, he has supervised 26 M.Tech. theses πŸ†, with one more in progress. His dedication to advancing research and mentoring future scientists continues to shape the field, driving innovation in materials science and sustainable energy solutions. 🌍✨

πŸ† Recognitions & Awards

Prof. Anjan Sil has received numerous prestigious awards and recognitions for his contributions to Materials Engineering πŸ—οΈ. He chaired technical sessions at IIT Roorkee πŸ›οΈ (2023, 2024) and was felicitated as an Eminent Academician πŸŽ“ at Jiwaji University (2023). He received the ASEM-DUO India Fellowship 🌍 for collaboration with Denmark πŸ‡©πŸ‡° (2022) and the British Council UKIERI Award πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ for research with Cambridge University (2008-2013). Additionally, he has been a visiting scientist πŸ”¬ under INSA-DFG (2017) and INSA-The Royal Society London πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ (2003, 2007). His contributions to battery technology πŸ”‹, climate & energy 🌱, and functional ceramics 🏺 continue to shape the field.

πŸ“š Research Focus

Prof. Anjan Sil’s research spans several key areas in Materials Engineering βš™οΈ, particularly in energy storage materials πŸ”‹, functional ceramics 🏺, and tribological behavior of coatings πŸ› οΈ. His studies explore electrochemical performance of cathode materials for Li-ion batteries πŸ”‹ and the development of nanostructured coatings with enhanced wear resistance. He also investigates magnetic semiconductors for spintronics applications 🧲 and advanced materials for energy and environmental solutions 🌱. His work includes electrical and magnetic materials ⚑, composite materials πŸ§ͺ, and materials for renewable energy. Prof. Sil’s research has profound implications in sustainability 🌍 and energy storage technologies.

Publication Top Notes

  • A study on sliding and erosive wear behaviour of atmospheric plasma sprayed conventional and nanostructured alumina coatings
    Cited by: 157
    Year: 2011
  • Tribological behavior of plasma sprayed Cr2O3–3% TiO2 coatings
    Cited by: 62
    Year: 2011
  • Effect of carbon coating on electrochemical performance of LiFePO4 cathode material for Li-ion battery
    Cited by: 58
    Year: 2018
  • Photocatalytic response of Fe, Co, Ni doped ZnO based diluted magnetic semiconductors for spintronics applications
    Cited by: 57
    Year: 2019
  • Suppression of Jahn–Teller distortion by chromium and magnesium doping in spinel LiMn2O4: A first-principles study using GGA and GGA+ U
    Cited by: 55
    Year: 2009
  • Microstructural relationship with fracture toughness of undoped and rare earths (Y, La) doped Al2O3–ZrO2 ceramic composites
    Cited by: 51
    Year: 2011
  • Preparation and characterization of lithium manganese oxide cubic spinel Li1.03Mn1.97O4 doped with Mg and Fe
    Cited by: 50
    Year: 2010
  • Relationship between fracture toughness characteristics and morphology of sintered Al2O3 ceramics
    Cited by: 43
    Year: 2010
  • Wear of Plasma Sprayed Conventional and Nanostructured Al2O3 and Cr2O3, Based Coatings
    Cited by: 40
    Year: 2012
  • Mechanical and thermal characteristics of PMMA-based nanocomposite gel polymer electrolytes with CNFs dispersion
    Cited by: 31
    Year: 2015
  • SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERISATION OF Li [Mn 2-xMgx] O 4(x= 0. 0-0. 3) PREPARED BY SOL-GEL SYNTHESIS
    Cited by: 29
    Year: 2010
  • Preparation of Fe doped ZnO thin films and their structural, magnetic, electrical characterization
    Cited by: 28
    Year: 2018
  • Tribological behaviour of nanostructured Al2O3 coatings
    Cited by: 28
    Year: 2012
  • Role of calcination atmosphere in vanadium doped Li4Ti5O12 for lithium ion battery anode material
    Cited by: 26
    Year: 2017
  • Effect of citric acid content on synthesis of LiNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2 and its electrochemical characteristics
    Cited by: 26
    Year: 2010
  • Development of input output relationships for self-healing Al2O3/SiC ceramic composites with Y2O3 additive using design of experiments
    Cited by: 23
    Year: 2011
  • MnO anchored reduced graphene oxide nanocomposite for high energy applications of Li-ion batteries: The insight of charge-discharge process
    Cited by: 22
    Year: 2019
  • PEDOT:PSS coating on pristine and carbon coated LiFePO4 by one-step process: the study of electrochemical performance
    Cited by: 22
    Year: 2019
  • Energy and power densities of novel composite electrode driven by synergy of poly (3, 4-ethylene dioxythiophene): poly (styrene sulfonate) and single walled carbon nanotubes
    Cited by: 21
    Year: 2020
  • TiO2 shielded Si nano-composite anode for high energy Li-ion batteries: The morphological and structural study of electrodes after charge-discharge process
    Cited by: 20
    Year: 2019

Conclusion

Prof. Sil’s extensive research experience, impactful supervision, and contributions to advanced energy materials, he is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work aligns with global challenges in sustainable energy and materials innovation, making him a strong contender for recognition in research excellence.