Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yangwei Feng | Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Research and Innovation:
- Feng has completed a range of high-level projects, including national and provincial-level research initiatives, contributing substantially to geological exploration. His published works in top journals and books further showcase his scholarly influence.
🎓EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:
- Yangwei Feng graduated with a Ph.D. from Northwestern University in 2015. During his academic years, he laid the groundwork for a distinguished career in geology and mineral exploration, which was enriched by his involvement in several national and provincial research projects.
🏥 Professional Milestones:
- Currently serving as an associate professor at Nanyang Normal University, Feng holds expertise in oil and gas geological exploration and the geology of coal-bearing graphitized deposits. He is a recognized Science and Technology Expert of Jiangxi and Henan Provinces. His contributions extend beyond academia to key industry projects, such as the Open Fund Project of the Key Laboratory of Sedimentary Mineralization and Sedimentary Mineral Resources in Shandong Province.
🧬 Research Contributions:
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- Feng’s research has focused on the exploration of shale gas reservoirs, notably in the Ili Basin, and the identification of moundy reflection bodies in deepwater areas of the Qiongdongnan Basin, South China Sea. His work has resulted in identifying three major exploration targets, pushing the boundaries of geological exploration in shale gas and sedimentary mineral resources.
🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
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- Having published over 40 papers and authored four books, Feng’s research has significantly influenced the fields of geology and oil and gas exploration. His involvement in national-level projects and collaborations with key geological institutions has cemented his status as a key player in the scientific community.
📊 ACADEMIC CITATIONS
- Feng’s work is widely cited in prestigious journals, such as Scientific Reports, Journal of Palaeogeography, and ACTA GEOLOGICA SINICA. His research on geological exploration has contributed to advancing knowledge and practices in the field.
🌟 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
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With a strong foundation in geological research and technological innovations, Feng is poised to continue making significant contributions to geological exploration. His future work is likely to focus on deepening understanding of shale gas reservoirs and advancing geological methodologies for oil and gas exploration. His academic journey highlights his enduring legacy in the fields of geology and natural resources exploration.
📄Publications
- Grain size and shape analysis of recent and paleo sediments along Poyang Lake with insight into its environmental significance
Authors: Hu, F., Xiao, X., Fan, Q., Zhou, Y., Yu, M.
Journal: Catena, 2025, 248, 108588 - Enrichment of Coal-Hosted Graphite Deposits Caused by Magmatic Heat Transfer and Tectonic Stress at Feng County, Western Qinling Orogen, China
Authors: Feng, Y., Ren, Y., Lyu, L.
Journal: Minerals, 2023, 13(10), 1258 - Study on the Early Cretaceous fluvial-desert sedimentary paleogeography in the Northwest of Ordos Basin
Authors: Feng, Y., Ren, Y., Xia, F., Lu, F., Guo, J.
Journal: Open Geosciences, 2023, 15(1), 20220469 - Characteristics of petroleum geology of global five deep-water basin belts
Authors: Zhang, G., Feng, Y., Qu, H.
Journal: China Petroleum Exploration, 2022, 27(2), pp. 11–26 - Permian hydrocarbon accumulation factors in the Jimunai-Zaysan basin, China-Kazakhstan border
Authors: Feng, Y., Ren, Y., Qu, H., Wang, Y., Jiang, T.
Journal: Dizhi Xuebao/Acta Geologica Sinica, 2021, 95(6), pp. 1935–1948
Yangwei Feng | Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award