Associate Professor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, China.
Dr. Hong Ji Li is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, specializing in municipal engineering and environmental sustainability. She holds a PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology and has dedicated over 10 years to water treatment, ecological wetland technology, and nanomaterials research. With over 40 SCI-indexed papers, three patents, and leadership in provincial and ministerial-level projects, she has made significant contributions to environmental engineering. A passionate educator, she has guided more than 10 graduate students and has won multiple teaching and research excellence awards. 🌱🔬📚
Publication Profile
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Academic Background 🎓
Dr. Hong Ji Li earned her PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology in 2018, focusing on urban water resource management. She completed her postgraduate studies in Environmental Engineering at Xi’an Polytechnic University, where she also obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Water Supply and Drainage Engineering. Her academic journey has provided her with expertise in hydropower, ecological wetland systems, and advanced nanotechnology for water treatment. She integrates her interdisciplinary knowledge to develop sustainable solutions for environmental challenges. 📖🔍💡
Professional Experience 🏆
Dr. Hong Ji Li has been an Associate Professor at Xi’an Polytechnic University since 2020, previously serving as a Lecturer and Teaching Assistant in the School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering. She has led multiple national and provincial-level research projects, including Key Technology Research on Water Pollution Control (700,000 RMB). Her work spans photocatalytic materials, nanotechnology, and municipal water systems. As an academic mentor, she has supervised numerous postgraduate students, guiding them in scientific research, innovation, and competition-based projects. Her contributions extend beyond research to teaching excellence and curriculum development. 📊🔬🎯
Awards and Honors 🏅
Dr. Hong Ji Li has received numerous accolades, including the Outstanding Teacher Award (2015, 2017) and Second Prize in the 17th Youth Teacher Teaching Competition (2023). She has mentored students to success in competitions such as the “Internet Plus” Innovation Contest and the Deepwater Cup National Plumbing Design Competition. She also secured the Second Prize in the Youth Teacher Lecture Competition and has been recognized for her contributions to research, education, and environmental sustainability. Her dedication has made her a respected figure in academia and engineering research. 🏆🎓👏
Research Focus 🔬
Dr. Hong Ji Li specializes in ecological wetland technology, urban comprehensive pipe corridors, and nanomaterial-based water treatment. Her research explores hierarchical zeolites, photocatalytic degradation, and adsorption performance of novel materials. She has developed mesoporous molecular sieves and advanced water recovery systems to tackle environmental pollution. Leading major funded projects, her studies contribute to sustainable water resource management and pollution prevention. With over 40 SCI-indexed publications, she is committed to developing innovative solutions for global environmental challenges. 🌿💧⚗️
Publication Top Notes
1️⃣ Optimization of TiO₂-SiO₂ membranes with polyethylene glycol as a drying chemical control agent for enhanced performance in dye wastewater treatment 🏭💧
Year: 2025| Journal: Separation and Purification Technology
2️⃣ Performance comparison of nano-Al₂O₃-modified PVDF membranes fabricated via two methods for enhanced dye removal ⚗️🧪
Year: 2025| Journal: RSC Advances
3️⃣ Dye-sensitized hierarchical TS-1 zeolite for highly efficient photocatalytic degradation of MB under visible light irradiation 🌞⚡
Year: 2025 | Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Communications
Conclusion
Dr. Hong Ji Li is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, specializing in ecological wetland technology, urban comprehensive pipe corridors, and nanomaterials for water treatment. She holds a PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology and has over a decade of research experience. With 40+ SCI-indexed publications, three invention patents, and leadership in multiple high-impact research projects, she has significantly contributed to environmental engineering. Her dedication to academia is reflected in her mentorship of graduate students and numerous teaching awards, making her a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.