Xin-Gui Li | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Xin-Gui Li | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

Xin-Gui Li is a distinguished professor at Tongji University specializing in polymer materials, nanomaterials, and functional polymers. He earned his Ph.D. in Polymer Materials from Donghua University in 1989 and has held visiting positions at prestigious institutions like MIT, Harvard, and Cambridge. His research focuses on fluorescent chemosensors, liquid-crystalline polymers, ion-selective electrodes, and water purification technologies. A recipient of multiple Natural Science Prizes and the Chang-Jiang Scholar Award, he has made significant contributions to materials science and environmental engineering while mentoring numerous Ph.D. students worldwide.

Prof. Dr. Xin-Gui Li | Tongji University | China

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🎓Education

  • Xin-Gui Li earned his Ph.D. in Polymer Materials from China Textile University (now Donghua University) in 1989. He previously completed his Master’s degree in Polymer Materials at the same institution in 1986. His undergraduate studies were at East China Institute of Textile Science & Technology (now Donghua University), where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Fiber in 1982.

👨‍🏫Experience

  • Xin-Gui Li is a distinguished professor with extensive experience in academia and research. He has been a tenured professor at Tongji University since 2005 and has served as the Director of the Institute of Materials Chemistry at the same institution since 2003. His international experience includes visiting and adjunct positions at leading institutions such as MIT, Harvard University, Kyoto University, University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, UCLA, and Technische Universität Berlin. Over his career, he has mentored numerous graduate and Ph.D. students, many of whom have pursued research at prestigious universities worldwide.

🏆Awards and Recognitions

  • Throughout his career, Xin-Gui Li has received numerous accolades for his contributions to science and education. He has been awarded the Natural Science Prize multiple times by Shanghai Municipality and the Ministry of Education in China. His international recognitions include the FY2018 JSPS Invitational Fellowship for Research in Japan and scholarships from the Royal Society UK. He has also been honored as an excellent Ph.D. supervisor at Tongji University and has received the Special Expert Allowance Award from the Chinese government. His achievements further include the ACS Membership Award and the prestigious Chang-Jiang (Cheung Kong Scholar) Professor Prize.

💡Skills and Certifications

  • Xin-Gui Li specializes in polymer materials, nanomaterials, and functional polymers. His expertise extends to liquid-crystalline polymers, fluorescent chemosensors, and water purification technologies. He has significant experience in designing and synthesizing materials for ion-selective electrodes, adsorption membranes, and separation technologies. His research contributions have had a broad impact on materials science, chemistry, and environmental engineering.

🔬 Research Focus

  • His primary research interests include fluorescent chemosensors, nanomaterials such as nanoparticles and nanofibers, and ion-selective electrodes based on conjugated polymers. He is actively engaged in developing advanced functional polymers and liquid-crystalline materials. His work also extends to environmental applications, including water treatment and purification through adsorption and membrane separation technologies. He has led several research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and other key institutions, contributing significantly to the advancement of polymer science and nanotechnology.

🌎Conclusion

  • Xin-Gui Li’s exceptional research achievements, global recognition, high citation impact, academic leadership, and industrial collaborations make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His groundbreaking contributions in nanomaterials and polymer chemistry have not only advanced scientific knowledge but also led to real-world applications that benefit society. Awarding him this honor would be a well-deserved recognition of his sustained excellence in research and innovation.

📖Publications

  • High Energy-Efficiency Decomplexation of Metal-Complexes by H-Mediated Electro-Reduction on Hydroxyphenyl Co-Porphyrin Catalysts
    Authors: J. Li, Junjian; H. Gong, Hanwen; Y. Wei, Yuxuan; M. Pan, Meilan; M. Zhou, Minghua
    Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2024

  • Porphyrin-Based Covalent Organic Frameworks from Design, Synthesis to Biological Applications
    Authors: X. Li, Xingui; J. Li, Junjian; J. Chen, Jinfeng; J. Zheng, Jie; J. Ma, Jie

  • Perspective into Ion Storage of Pristine Metal-Organic Frameworks in Capacitive Deionization
    Authors: X. Li, Xingui; J. Chen, Jinfeng; X. Wang, Xinyu; F. Yu, Fei; J. Ma, Jie

  • Soft-Hard Interface Design in Super-Elastic Conductive Polymer Hydrogel Containing Prussian Blue Analogues to Enable Highly Efficient Electrochemical Deionization
    Authors: Y. Ren, Yifan; F. Yu, Fei; X. Li, Xingui; Y. Yamauchi, Yusuke; J. Ma, Jie
    Journal: Materials Horizons, 2023

  • Hormetic Dose-Response of Halogenated Organic Pollutants on Microcystis Aeruginosa: Joint Toxic Action and Mechanism
    Authors: Y. Zhang, Yueheng; Q. Gao, Qing; S. Liu, Shushen; X. Li, Xingui; H. Sun, Haoyu
    Journal: Science of the Total Environment, 2022

Dianzheng Wang | Additive Manufacturing | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dianzheng Wang | Additive Manufacturing| Best Researcher Award

International Presentation Experience:
  •  His acceptance to present at the 1st Asia Pacific International Conference on Additive Manufacturing in Melbourne demonstrates his recognition in the global research community and ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.
Dr. Dianzheng Wang , Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences , China

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🌱EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

  • Dianzheng Wang completed his Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern Polytechnical University in Xi’an City, China, from September 2009 to July 2013. He graduated with an impressive GPA of 89.3/100, ranking 1st out of 26 students. His strong foundation in materials science paved the way for his advanced studies.

💼 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

  • Dianzheng pursued a Ph.D. at Tsinghua University in Beijing, focusing on the Selective Laser Melting (SLM) of Tungsten and Its Alloys from September 2013 to July 2018. His doctoral research explored innovative techniques in additive manufacturing, particularly in the context of tungsten materials, showcasing his dedication to advancing this field.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS 

  • During his Ph.D., Dianzheng made significant contributions through his research on:
    • Balling Mechanism in Selective Laser Melting of Tungsten: Investigating the behaviors that lead to defects during the SLM process.
    • Fabricating Dense Pure Tungsten and Molybdenum from Spherical Powders by SLM: Developing methods to achieve high-density structures through advanced additive manufacturing techniques.
    • Plasma Spheroidization of Polyhedral Tungsten Powders: Innovating powder processing techniques to enhance the quality of materials used in SLM.
    • Crack Growth Behaviors and Reduction in Selective Laser Melted Tungsten: Analyzing failure mechanisms and developing strategies to mitigate them.

📚 ACADEMIC CITES 

  • Dianzheng has presented his research at prominent conferences, including the 1st Asia Pacific International Conference on Additive Manufacturing in Melbourne, Australia, in December 2017, where he was invited to give an oral presentation. This highlights his recognition in the academic community and the relevance of his work.

🌍 Impact and Influence

  • Dianzheng’s work has potential implications in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and energy, where high-performance materials are essential. His research aims to enhance the mechanical properties and manufacturing processes of tungsten-based materials, thereby contributing to more robust applications.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

  • As a researcher in materials science, Dianzheng Wang’s work on selective laser melting of tungsten positions him as a key contributor to the development of advanced manufacturing processes. His ongoing research efforts will likely lead to innovations that improve material performance and expand the applications of additive manufacturing technology.

📄Publications

  • Robust visual-based method and new datasets for ego-lane index estimation in urban environment
    Authors: Wang, D., Liang, D., Li, S.
    Journal: Machine Vision and Applications, 2024, 35(5), 112
  • Blistering and retention behavior of laser powder bed fused tungsten alloys under hydrogen plasma irradiation
    Authors: Li, K., Du, B., Yu, L., Liu, W., Chen, W.
    Journal: Journal of Nuclear Materials, 2024, 595, 155049
  • Additive Materialization: Promoting Customized Design in Ceramic Components with Integrated Structure & Performance via Additive Manufacturing
    Authors: Song, L., Wang, D., Zhao, R., Ma, J., Shen, Z.
    Journal: Kuei Suan Jen Hsueh Pao/Journal of the Chinese Ceramic Society, 2021, 49(5), pp. 819–828
  • Crack suppression in additively manufactured tungsten by introducing secondary-phase nanoparticles into the matrix
    Authors: Li, K., Wang, D., Xing, L., Liu, W., Shen, Z.
    Journal: International Journal of Refractory Metals and Hard Materials, 2019, 79, pp. 158–163
  • Cracking in laser additively manufactured W: Initiation mechanism and a suppression approach by alloying
    Authors: Wang, D., Wang, Z., Li, K., Liu, W., Shen, Z.
    Journal: Materials and Design, 2019, 162, pp. 384–393