Dr. Shengqiu Zhao, Foshan Xianhu Laboratory, China
Dr. Shengqiu Zhao 🎓 (Born: 24 February 1997) is a researcher in Materials Science and Engineering at Wuhan University of Technology. He earned his Ph.D. (2018-2024) and B.Sc. in Polymer Materials and Engineering (2014-2018) from the university. His research focuses on hydrogen-electricity conversion technology, developing efficient and stable polymer electrolytes and hydrogen separation methods. Dr. Zhao has contributed to groundbreaking work in proton exchange membranes, including industrial-scale applications in fuel cells and hydrogen production. He has authored multiple high-impact papers 📚, filed several patents 💡, and received prestigious awards 🏅, including the Outstanding Ph.D. Graduate Award.
Academic Career 🎓
Dr. Shengqiu Zhao pursued his academic journey in Materials Science and Engineering, beginning with a B.Sc. in Polymer Materials and Engineering from Hunan University of Technology (2014-2018). His dedication led him to Wuhan University of Technology, where he enrolled in a combined Master’s and Ph.D. program in Materials Science and Engineering (2018-2024). Throughout his academic career, Dr. Zhao focused on innovative research in hydrogen-electricity conversion technology and polymer electrolytes, contributing significantly to advancements in fuel cell systems and hydrogen production. His work has earned him recognition in the academic community 📚🏅.
Academic Background & Contributions 🔬⚡
Since 2018, Dr. Shengqiu Zhao has focused on overcoming challenges in hydrogen-electricity conversion technology. His research includes designing efficient and stable polymer electrolytes, investigating ion conduction mechanisms, and optimizing membrane interfaces. Key contributions include the cost-effective synthesis of novel polymer electrolytes, which reduces production costs and variability, as well as the development of an efficient electrochemical hydrogen separation method. Additionally, Dr. Zhao has designed high-performance, durable Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEA) for hydrogen-electricity conversion, enhancing chemical durability and membrane performance. His innovative work supports advancements in clean energy technologies 🌱🔋.
Research Projects 🧪🔋
Dr. Shengqiu Zhao has contributed to groundbreaking research in hydrogen energy technologies. From June 2019 to November 2021, he was a key member in developing composite proton exchange membrane engineering technology. This project resulted in high-performance ePTFE-enhanced membranes, leading to China’s first fully indigenous production line for perfluorosulfonic acid proton exchange membranes, with a stable annual capacity of 300,000 m². These membranes have powered hydrogen fuel cell buses, demonstrated at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Additionally, from March 2022 to September 2023, he contributed to developing melt-extruded multilayer composite membranes for water electrolysis, advancing China’s megawatt-scale hydrogen production unit ⚡🚀.
Honors & Awards 🏆🎓
Dr. Shengqiu Zhao has earned numerous prestigious accolades throughout his academic journey. From 2018 to 2024, he was recognized as an Outstanding Ph.D. Graduate and awarded a First-Class Scholarship by Wuhan University of Technology for his exceptional research and academic performance. Earlier, during his undergraduate studies at Hunan University of Technology (2014-2018), he received the Outstanding Undergraduate Graduate of Hunan Province honor and was a recipient of the National Endeavor Scholarship for three consecutive years. These awards highlight his dedication and excellence in the field of materials science and engineering 🎖️🎓.
Research Focus 🔬⚡
Dr. Shengqiu Zhao’s research primarily revolves around advancing hydrogen-electricity conversion technologies with a focus on proton exchange membranes (PEMs) for fuel cells and water electrolysis. His work includes the development of durable, high-performance PEMs with enhanced proton conductivity and resistance to degradation. He explores composite membrane engineering, ion-conducting channels, and electrocatalysts to improve fuel cell efficiency. Additionally, Zhao investigates hydrogen separation methods, polymer electrolytes, and material design for sustainable energy systems, aiming to reduce costs, enhance performance, and promote the large-scale application of these technologies in clean energy solutions 🌱🔋.
Publication Top Notes 
- Self-Assembly-Cooperating in Situ Construction of MXene–CeO2 as Hybrid Membrane Coating for Durable and High-Performance Proton Exchange Membrane – Cited by 53, Year 2022 📃🔬
- Proton-conductive channels engineering of perfluorosulfonic acid membrane via in situ acid–base pair of metal organic framework for fuel cells – Cited by 31, Year 2023 ⚡🧪
- Perfluorosulfonic acid proton exchange membrane with double proton site side chain for high-performance fuel cells at low humidity – Cited by 24, Year 2023 🔋🌬️
- Recent advances regarding precious metal-based electrocatalysts for acidic water splitting – Cited by 24, Year 2022 💧⚡
- Construction of reliable ion-conducting channels based on the perfluorinated anion-exchange membrane for high-performance pure-water-fed electrolysis – Cited by 16, Year 2023 💧🔋
- Polyphenol synergistic cerium oxide surface engineering constructed core-shell nanostructures as antioxidants for durable and high-performance proton exchange membrane fuel cells – Cited by 15, Year 2023 ⚙️🌱
- Hydrophilic channel volume behavior on proton transport performance of proton exchange membrane in fuel cells – Cited by 15, Year 2022 💡💧
- Construction of catalyst layer network structure for proton exchange membrane fuel cell derived from polymeric dispersion – Cited by 13, Year 2023 🔧⚡
- Low-Pt anodes with gradient molybdenum isomorphism for high performance and anti-CO poisoning PEMFCs – Cited by 8, Year 2024 ⚡🧪
- Proton exchange membranes with functionalized sulfonimide and phosphonic acid groups for next-generation fuel cells operating at 120° C – Cited by 6, Year 2024 🔋🌡️
- Sulfur/carbon cathode composite with LiI additives for enhanced electrochemical performance in all-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries – Cited by 5, Year 2023 🔋⚡
- Rational design of perfluorinated sulfonic acid ionic sieve modified separator for high-performance Li-S battery – Cited by 3, Year 2020 🔋🔬
- Phosphate-grafted polyethyleneimine-induced multifunctional cerium oxide as an antioxidant for simultaneously enhancing the proton conductivity and durability of proton exchange membrane fuel cells – Cited by 2, Year 2024 🌿🔬
- Rationally designing anti-poisoning polymer electrolyte by electronegativity modulation: Towards efficient ammonia-cracked hydrogen fuel cells – Cited by 2, Year 2024 💡🔋
- Highly durable anion exchange membranes with sustainable mitigation of hydroxide attacks for water electrolysis – Cited by 1, Year 2024 💧🔋
- Grafting of Amine End-Functionalized Side-Chain Polybenzimidazole Acid–Base Membrane with Enhanced Phosphoric Acid Retention Ability for High-Temperature Proton Exchange – Cited by 1, Year 2024 🔬💡
- Modification of sulfonated poly (arylene ether nitrile) proton exchange membranes by poly (ethylene-co-vinyl alcohol) – Cited by 1, Year 2023 🔋💧
- Evolution of the network structure and voltage loss of anode electrode with the polymeric dispersion in PEM water electrolyzer –Year 2024 🔧💡
- NH3 to H2, Exploration from Pyrolytic Key Materials to Device Structure Design – Cited by 0, Year 2023 🔬⚡
- In situ programming acid-base pair proton-conductive channels of perfluorosulfonic acid membrane for fuel cells – Year 2023 🧪💡