Zhiwei Zhao | Environmental Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zhiwei Zhao | Environmental Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Zhiwei Zhao is a researcher at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, North University of China, specializing in water treatment technologies. With extensive experience in advanced oxidation processes, he has contributed to projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Key Research & Development Plan of Shanxi Province. His work focuses on enhancing ozone decomposition using high-gravity technology and optimizing coal-based activated carbon for wastewater treatment. Zhiwei is dedicated to advancing environmental sustainability through innovative chemical engineering solutions and has participated in academic conferences and fieldwork on water quality improvement.

Mr. Zhiwei Zhao | School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering | China

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🎓 Education

  • Zhiwei Zhao is currently pursuing studies at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, North University of China, focusing on chemical engineering with a specialization in water treatment research.

💼 Experience

  • Zhiwei has significant experience in advanced oxidation processes, gained through participation in research projects under the mentorship of Prof. Weizhou Jiao. In addition to assisting in supervising undergraduate students, he has worked as a research assistant and contributed to fieldwork for water quality improvement projects. His involvement in academic conferences highlights his dedication to the dissemination and application of scientific knowledge

 🏆 Honors and Awards

  • Zhiwei’s research is supported by prestigious funding, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Key Research & Development Plan of Shanxi Province, and the Shanxi Scholarship Council of China. These accolades reflect his contributions to addressing critical environmental challenges.

🛠️ Skills and Certifications

  • Zhiwei possesses advanced skills in water treatment technologies, with a particular focus on ozone mass transfer, decomposition, and catalytic processes. His expertise extends to modifying coal-based activated carbon for wastewater treatment, showcasing proficiency in both experimental research and practical applications.

🔬 Research Focus

  • Zhiwei’s primary research centers on enhancing wastewater treatment through innovative techniques such as ozone advanced oxidation processes and high-gravity technology. His work aims to improve the catalytic and self-decomposition of ozone and optimize the value-added use of raw materials, such as coal-based activated carbon, for environmental sustainability.

Conclusion

  • Zhiwei Zhao’s innovative research and dedication to solving pressing environmental challenges through chemical engineering make him a prime candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work in enhancing wastewater treatment technologies, combined with his collaboration in high-impact research projects, underscores his potential to lead the future of sustainable chemistry. Awarding him this recognition would not only honor his contributions to the field but also inspire further innovation in environmental chemistry and water treatment solutions.

📄Publications

  • Self-decomposition and catalytic decomposition of ozone in a high-gravity rotating packed bed
    Authors: Zhao, Z., Liu, Y., Yu, X., …, Liu, Y., Jiao, W.
    Journal: Chemical Engineering Science, 2025, 305, 121120
  • Synthesis of zeolite X from fly ash in an impinging stream reactor and its mechanisms
    Authors: Liu, Y., Zhao, Z.-W., Zhang, C., Jiao, W.-Z., Liu, Y.-Z.
    Journal: Chemical Engineering Science, 2024, 294, 120123

Yan Wang | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr .Yan Wang | Organic Chemistry| Best Researcher Award

Innovative Research:
  •  Wang Yan’s research focuses on a visible-light-driven α-hydroxylation of β-dicarbonyl compounds mediated by NaI/NPh3 or NaI/PPh3 in water. This project highlights her ability to design efficient photocatalytic processes in sustainable, aqueous conditions, contributing to green chemistry advancements.
 Dr . Yan Wang, Ningxia University, China

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🎓Early Academic Pursuits

  • Wang Yan is currently a doctoral candidate at Ningxia University, focusing on Organic Chemistry under the supervision of Prof. Jinhui Yang. Her research passion has centered around innovative photocatalytic systems, particularly exploring EDA (Electron Donor-Acceptor) complexes. During her PhD journey, Wang Yan has contributed to two important publications on photocatalytic EDA systems, with another compelling paper soon to be released.

💼Professional Endeavors

  • Wang Yan’s professional achievements are highlighted by her work in visible-light-driven α-hydroxylation of β-dicarbonyl compounds. This research, mediated by NaI/NPh3 or NaI/PPh3 in water, has shown significant progress in the realm of aqueous phase photocatalysis. She has also collaborated in institution-land cooperative projects between the Chinese Academy of Engineering and Ningxia.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

  • Wang Yan’s key contribution to organic chemistry lies in the development of an efficient EDA complex system using β-dicarbonyl substrates. Her innovative approach eliminates the need for pre-installed substrates, employing NaI and the cost-effective NPh3. This system not only enhances the EDA photocatalytic process in the aqueous phase but also exhibits excellent oxygen tolerance. Furthermore, the system facilitates the hydrogen evolution reaction and hydration–hydroxylation of β-dicarbonyl derivatives using water as both solvent and oxygen source.

🏆IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

  • Wang Yan’s research has impacted the field of photocatalysis, particularly in promoting eco-friendly and cost-effective approaches in organic chemistry. Her novel work in using non-homogeneous systems and water-based solvents for chemical reactions reflects her commitment to advancing green chemistry initiatives.

🏅ACADEMIC CITES

  • Her work has been recognized in the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) citation index, and her articles have been featured in reputable journals such as Organic Chemistry Frontiers. These citations reflect the scientific community’s recognition of her contributions to photocatalysis.

🔮LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

  • Wang Yan aims to continue advancing the field of EDA complexes and photocatalysis. Her future work will likely focus on expanding the practical applications of these systems in industrial and environmental contexts. Through her innovative approaches and dedication, she is poised to make lasting contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

📰PUBLICATIONS

  • Green and efficient synthesis of dibenzyl cyanamides and ureas with cyanamide as a block
    • Authors: Wang, Z.; He, Y.; Wang, F.; Wu, J.; Yang, J.
    • Journal: RSC Advances, 2024, 14(33), pp. 23693–23698
  • Visible-light-driven α-hydroxylation of β-dicarbonyl compounds mediated by NaI/NPh3 or NaI/PPh3 in water
    • Authors: Wang, Y.; Wang, Z.; Luo, H.; Li, D.; Yang, J.
    • Journal: Organic Chemistry Frontiers, 2024
  • KOH-promoted cascade C-Cl bond activation and amidation of trichloromethyl aromatic compounds with formamides in water
    • Authors: Wang, C.; Wang, Y.; Wu, J.; Liang, J.; Yang, J.
    • Journal: Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry, 2023, 21(25), pp. 5185–5188
  • Copper-catalyzed direct synthesis of 3-methylene-2-arylisoindolin-1-ones with calcium carbide as a surrogate of gaseous acetylene
    • Authors: Wu, J.; Ma, Y.; Wang, Y.; Li, D.; Yang, J.
    • Journal: Green Chemistry, 2023, 25(9), pp. 3425–3430
  • Research Progress on the Synthesis of Nitrogen-Containing Compounds with Cyanamide as a Building Block | 以氨基氰为原料合成含氮化合物的研究进展
    • Authors: Wu, J.; Wang, Z.; Wang, C.; Li, D.; Yang, J.
    • Journal: Chinese Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2023, 43(2), pp. 436–454