Wang chengmin | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Dr. wang chengmin | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Dr. wang chengmin, Dalian jiaotong university, China

📚 Dr. Wang Chengmin, born in 1983, is a senior engineer and PhD candidate jointly trained by Tsinghua University and Dalian Jiaotong University. With 15 years of expertise in materials science, he specializes in ultra-pure alumina and ultrafine oxides. His innovative contributions in industrializing high-purity alumina using the alcohol aluminum method have advanced China’s materials industry. Dr. Wang has published over ten papers and holds eleven patents. His extensive research in sol-gel technology and catalysis underscores his impact in both academia and industry.

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Education

🎓 Dr. Wang Chengmin graduated from East China University of Science and Technology in 2006 with a degree in Polymer Materials and Engineering. In 2009, he earned a Master’s degree in Materials Science from Dalian Jiaotong University. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering through a joint program at Tsinghua University and Dalian Jiaotong University. His interdisciplinary academic background has equipped him with comprehensive knowledge and expertise in advanced materials research and development.

Experience

🛠️ Dr. Wang Chengmin has accumulated nearly 15 years of experience in research, industrialization, and technology transfer. He led the development of China’s first production line for high-purity alumina using the alcohol aluminum method. His work extends to aluminum-based porous catalysis, ceramics, aerogels, and colloidal materials. With deep expertise in sol-gel technology, Dr. Wang has significantly contributed to the commercialization of innovative materials and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Awards and Honors

🏆 Dr. Wang Chengmin’s impactful research and industrial achievements have earned him recognition in the field of materials science. With 11 authorized invention patents and over 10 research publications, he has established himself as a leader in ultra-pure alumina technology. His contributions to industrialization and technology transfer have been acknowledged through prestigious awards, reflecting his dedication to innovation and excellence in the field.

Research Focus

🔬 Dr. Wang Chengmin’s research focuses on ultra-pure alumina, ultrafine oxides, and sol-gel technology. He specializes in the industrial applications of aluminum-based porous catalysis, ceramics, aerogels, and colloidal materials. His pioneering work in the alcohol aluminum method has propelled advancements in high-purity alumina production. Through continuous exploration in materials science and engineering, Dr. Wang remains committed to developing innovative solutions for industrial challenges.

 

Publication Top Notes

Preparation of Large-Sized Flaky Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> for Thermally Conductive Fillers and Its Formation Mechanisms

 

Zhihai Ke | Materials Science Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Zhihai Ke | Materials Science Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Zhihai Ke, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, China

 

Prof. Dr. Zhihai Ke is an Assistant Professor and the Director of the Undergraduate Chemistry Programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from The Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2012, following a B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry from Sun Yat-Sen University in 2008. He completed postdoctoral research at the National University of Singapore. Prof. Ke specializes in catalysis, organic synthesis, and material chemistry, contributing extensively to journals like ACS Catalysis, Angewandte Chemie, and Small. His work often explores metal-organic frameworks and single-atom catalysts. He holds an ORCID ID and is an active scholar on Google Scholar.

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Academic Qualifications 🎓

Prof. Dr. Zhihai Ke’s academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry from Sun Yat-Sen University (2004-2008), followed by a Ph.D. in Chemistry from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (2008-2012). He then advanced his career as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Chemistry at the National University of Singapore from October 2012 to July 2015. Subsequently, he served as a Research Assistant Professor at The Chinese University of Hong Kong until July 2020. Currently, he is the Director of the Undergraduate Chemistry Programme and an Assistant Professor at the School of Science and Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, where he continues to contribute to the field of chemistry. 🌟

 

Awards and Recognition 🏆

Prof. Dr. Zhihai Ke has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, highlighting his contributions to the field of chemistry. In 2018, he was honored with the Asian Core Program Lectureship Award (Asia核心项目讲座奖), recognizing his excellence in academic presentations. In 2021, he was designated as a Shenzhen Overseas High-Caliber Personnel (Level C) and named a Presidential Young Scholar (校长青年学者), showcasing his impactful research. He further distinguished himself in 2023 with the Open Science Excellent Author Program award, followed by the 2023 Excellent Performance Grant, celebrating his outstanding achievements in academia and research. 🌟

 

Research Focus Areas 🔬

Prof. Dr. Zhihai Ke’s research primarily revolves around catalysis and synthetic chemistry, focusing on innovative methodologies for asymmetric synthesis and reaction mechanisms. His notable contributions include the development of catalytic processes such as bromoetherification, bromocyclization, and enantioselective transformations using various Lewis acids and base catalysts. Additionally, his work on peptidomimetics and organogels showcases his interest in designing broad-spectrum inhibitors, particularly against viral proteases. Prof. Ke’s research also emphasizes the exploration of novel materials, including metallogels and nanostructures, highlighting a commitment to advancing green chemistry and sustainable practices. 🌱✨

 

Publication Top Notes  

  • Catalytic Asymmetric Bromoetherification and Desymmetrization of Olefinic 1,3-Diols with C2-Symmetric Sulfides – Cited by: 182 (2014) 📄
  • Design, synthesis and crystallographic analysis of nitrile-based broad-spectrum peptidomimetic inhibitors for coronavirus 3C-like proteases – Cited by: 105 (2013) 🦠
  • A Platinum(II) Terpyridine Metallogel with an L‐Valine‐Modified Alkynyl Ligand: Interplay of Pt⋅⋅⋅Pt, π–π and Hydrogen‐Bonding Interactions – Cited by: 96 (2013) 💎
  • Applications of selenonium cations as Lewis acids in organocatalytic reactions – Cited by: 90 (2018) ⚗️
  • Conformational and supramolecular properties of main chain and cyclic click oligotriazoles and polytriazoles – Cited by: 87 (2010) 📚
  • Lewis base catalyzed stereo‐and regioselective bromocyclization – Cited by: 80 (2017) 🔄
  • Electrochemical self-assembly of ZnO nanoporous structures – Cited by: 80 (2007) ⚡
  • Desymmetrizing enantio-and diastereoselective selenoetherification through supramolecular catalysis – Cited by: 77 (2018) 🧪
  • Electrochemical synthesis of orientation-ordered ZnO nanorod bundles – Cited by: 61 (2007) 🌐
  • Lewis basic sulfide catalyzed electrophilic bromocyclization of cyclopropylmethyl amide – Cited by: 48 (2015) ⚙️

Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Zhihai Ke is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His achievements, leadership, and multiple prestigious awards mark him as an outstanding researcher in the field of chemistry.