Jian Li | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Jian Li | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award 

Li Jian, PhD, is a Professor at Central South University and Director of the Hunan Zhengyuan Energy Storage Materials and Devices Research Institute. He has been recognized through national and provincial talent programs and is widely respected for his contributions to energy materials, device manufacturing, and battery recycling. His pioneering work in capacitor-type lithium-ion batteries, ultra-low-temperature battery technology, and advanced recycling methods has positioned him as a leader bridging scientific innovation with industrial application.

Mr. Jian Li | National Natural Science Foundation of China | China

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Education

  • Li Jian completed his undergraduate studies in nonferrous metallurgy at Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, where he built a strong foundation in material sciences. He continued his academic journey at Central South University, earning a master’s degree in metallurgical engineering and later a doctorate in nonferrous metal metallurgy. His educational background equipped him with deep expertise in materials chemistry, nonferrous metallurgy, and applied engineering, which became the cornerstone of his later research and industrial innovations.

Experience

  • Li Jian is a professor in the Department of Materials Chemistry at the School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University. He also serves as the director of the Hunan Zhengyuan Energy Storage Materials and Devices Research Institute. Earlier in his career, he worked as an engineer at the Northwest Research Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and later completed postdoctoral research in materials science at Central South University. His career has combined academic teaching, industrial application, and leadership in large-scale scientific research projects, where he has overseen more than twenty national and provincial-level projects.

Awards and Recognition

  • Li Jian has been honored through prestigious talent programs such as the Liaoning Province Hundred, Thousand, and Ten Thousand Talents Project and Jiangsu Province’s Gusu Leading Entrepreneurial Talent Program. His innovative contributions to materials science and battery technology have earned him awards including the Hunan Provincial Technological Invention Award and the Liaoning Provincial Patent Gold Award. His achievements have been widely recognized both in academia and industry, making him a leading figure in the field of energy materials and recycling technology.

Skills and Expertise

  • Li Jian possesses extensive expertise in the preparation of key materials, device manufacturing, and resource recycling for lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors. He pioneered a novel capacitor-type lithium-ion battery concept and developed ultra-low-temperature battery technology for public transport. His technical skills extend to designing advanced recycling systems, including the integration of fine disassembly, full-component recovery, and physical repair of used lithium-ion batteries. He also holds multiple patents in high-performance electrode materials, aluminum carbon composite foils, and battery recycling technologies.

Research Focus 

  • Li Jian’s research is centered on advanced energy storage materials and green recycling technologies. He focuses on the industrialization of lithium-ion and supercapacitor technologies, the development of sustainable methods for resource recovery, and the design of next-generation high-performance batteries. His work bridges fundamental research and practical application, leading to innovations that have influenced both scientific progress and industrial practice. His recent research also emphasizes the development of solid-state batteries, intelligent disassembly technologies, and environmentally sustainable energy solutions.

Research Projects

  • Li Jian has led and participated in numerous significant projects under the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Ministry of Industry and  Technology, and the National Natural Science Foundation of China. His work includes developing intelligent disassembly and material collection technologies for power batteries, creating physical repair and regeneration processes for retired lithium batteries, and advancing large-scale green manufacturing systems for lithium-ion battery separators. He has also contributed to projects on rare earth and rare metal applications, high-performance cathode materials, and the development of all-solid-state batteries for new energy vehicles. His research achievements have been industrialized, leading to wide adoption in the energy storage and recycling sectors.

Publication

Study on the performance of spent LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 repaired via in situ conversion and coating of surface lithium impurities
Authors: Jian Li
Journal: Electrochimica Acta

Direct upcycling of spent layered oxide cathodes via a dual-functional eutectic salt for sodium-ion batteries
Authors: Jian Li
Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Multicolor-MG: An efficient parallel multigrid code based on multicolor block-wise Gauss-Seidel smoothers for 3D natural source electromagnetic forward modeling
Authors: Jian Li
Journal: Geophysics

Understanding the Synergistic Effect of Mg/Co Ions Doping on the Layer-Tunnel Hybrid Structure of Na0.44MnO2 Cathode Materials
Authors: Jian Li
Journal: Small

Design of ultrafast lithium ion channel for solid-state lithium metal batteries by in-situ polymerization induced phase separation
Authors: Jian Li
Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Conclusion

  • Through his strong educational foundation, extensive professional experience, and groundbreaking research, Li Jian has made substantial contributions to the advancement of energy storage and recycling technologies. His innovations have broken international barriers, transformed industrial practices, and strengthened the sustainability of new energy industries. As a result, he continues to play a vital role in driving both academic research and practical solutions for global energy challenges.

Zhiying Ren | Material Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zhiying Ren | Material Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Industry Collaboration :
  • Prof. Ren has collaborated with key enterprises, including the China Nuclear Power Research and Design Institute, to develop cutting-edge vibration and noise reduction solutions. These industry partnerships underscore his ability to bridge academic research with industrial applications.
Prof. Zhiying Ren, FuZhou University, China

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🎓Early Academic Pursuits

Zhiying Ren’s early academic journey was marked by a deep commitment to mechanical engineering and material science. Her education and training laid a strong foundation for her later contributions in vibration reduction and metal rubber technology. Selected as a high-level talent in Fujian Province (Class B), her early career was characterized by a rapid ascent into specialized research areas, positioning her as an expert in mechanical and aerospace applications.

👩‍🔬Professional Endeavors

  • Zhiying Ren has held prestigious positions, including being a core member of the Joint Fund Innovation Team of the Ministry of Education and serving as a “Tongjiang Scholar” in Quanzhou, Fujian Province. She is also recognized as a special commissioner of Science and Technology in Fujian Province, reflecting her influence and leadership in both academic and industrial sectors.
  • Ren has managed over 30 major projects over the past five years, including three National Natural Science Foundation projects, one of which is a key national defense initiative. Her collaborations span national and provincial institutions, emphasizing her role in nuclear power, aerospace, and vibration noise reduction technologies.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

  • Ren’s research focuses on advanced vibration and noise reduction technologies for aerospace, marine, and nuclear thermal power equipment. A significant area of her expertise is the development of special vibration damping materials, especially those involving metal rubber technology. This work has practical implications in both military and civil engineering sectors, particularly in noise reduction and oil-water separation technology, where metal rubber serves as a breakthrough material.
  • Her dedication to research aligns with national strategic needs, with breakthroughs in vibration absorption and filtration technology. These advancements have translated into tangible solutions across several engineering fields, including defense and civilian applications.

 

🌍Impact and Influence

  • Zhiying Ren’s impact on her field is profound, with 158 publications in SCI-indexed journals, 92 patents, and numerous collaborations with leading institutions. Her editorial roles in journals such as Symmetry, Vibration, Testing and Diagnosis, and Tribology Journal further cement her influence in the academic community.
  • Through school-enterprise and university-enterprise collaborations, Ren has facilitated the development of crucial technologies, including the design of metal rubber hangers for the China Nuclear Power Research and Design Institute and vibration damping materials for elevator traction machines in partnership with the Fujian Special Equipment Inspection and Research Institute.

🏅ACADEMIC CITES AND RECOGNITION

Ren’s work is widely cited in the academic community, contributing to the development of vibration reduction techniques and materials for industrial applications. Her citation index includes influential works, such as the one referenced with DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202212262, which highlights her contributions to the field of metal rubber technology and its applications in vibration and noise reduction.

🌍 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

  • Ren’s legacy in the field of mechanical engineering is marked by her focus on innovation and practical applications of metal rubber technology. As the director of the Tribology Branch of the Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society and deputy director of several national committees, she has played a key role in shaping research directions in her field. She is also an advocate for promoting women in science, serving as an executive director of the Fujian Female Science and Technology Workers Association.
  • Looking forward, Ren’s ongoing research and collaborations are expected to continue yielding groundbreaking innovations, particularly in vibration reduction technologies and their applications in national defense, nuclear power, and civil engineering.

📰PUBLICATIONS

  • Copper-Free Resin-Based Braking Materials: A New Approach for Substituting Copper with Fly-Ash Cenospheres in Composites
    Authors: Zheng, K., Lin, Y., You, S., Ren, Z., Huang, J.
    Journal: Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering (English Edition), 2024, 37(1), 28
  • Design and Mechanical Properties of Metal Rubber Secondary Multidirectional Vibration Isolation System under Random Vibration
    Authors: Shi, X., Zhou, H., Zhou, C., Guo, Z., Ren, Z.
    Journal: Nonlinear Dynamics, 2024, 112(17), pp. 14805–14828
  •  Multi-Scale Pore Model Construction and Damage Behavior Analysis of SiCf/SiC Composite Tubes
    Authors: Yan, W., Ren, Z., Fan, X., Shen, L., Xu, J.
    Journal: Materials Characterization, 2024, 214, 114083
  • Entangled Metallic Porous Material–Silicone Rubber Interpenetrating Phase Composites with Simultaneous High Specific Stiffness and Energy Consumption
    Authors: Zheng, X., Xiao, Z., Ren, Z., Yao, L., Bai, H.
    Journal: Composite Structures, 2024, 341, 118213
  • Ultrasonic Rolling Strengthening of TC11 Titanium Alloy Surface: Corrosion and Wear Properties under Extreme Conditions
    Authors: Zheng, K., Zhao, X., Pan, L., Ren, Z.
    Journal: Wear, 2024, 550-551, 205415