Huijie Zhu | Functional Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Huijie Zhu | Functional Materials | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Luoyang Institute of Science and Technology | China

Professor Zhu Huijie is a leading environmental engineering researcher at Luoyang University of Technology, focusing on wastewater purification and sustainable sewage treatment systems. His research primarily revolves around the use of nanomaterials, particularly nanoscale zero-valent iron and photocatalytic heterojunctions, for efficient removal of heavy metals such as arsenic, molybdenum, and antimony from aqueous solutions. With 37 scientific publications, 954 citations, and an h-index of 10 on Scopus, Professor Zhu has established a strong international research presence. His significant works in Journal of Hazardous Materials, Nanomaterials, and Water explore adsorption mechanisms, catalyst design, and environmental remediation techniques. He has successfully translated laboratory findings into practical applications through more than ten large-scale sewage treatment projects, including high-capacity wastewater stations serving thousands of residents. Additionally, his authored books — “Solar Aeration-Reactive Wall-Stabilized Sediment Combined Treatment Technology for Black and Odorous Water Bodies” and “Schwertmannite Environmental Effects” — highlight his contribution to eco-friendly water management solutions. Professor Zhu’s work exemplifies the integration of fundamental research with real-world environmental engineering, advancing both the scientific understanding and technological implementation of green wastewater treatment systems.

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Featured Publications

Zhu, H., Fu, S., Zhang, H., Wu, X., Han, J., Ma, X., Rong, J., Chen, S., Chen, G., & Li, Y. (2025). Research on synchronous synthesis of schwertmannite for removal of Pb²⁺ from acidic wastewater. Crystals.

Wang, Y., Zhu, H., He, P., Li, M., Cao, Y., Du, Y., Wen, Y., Zhao, Y., Liu, X., & Song, Y. (2025). Two-dimensional silver bismuth oxide/bismuth molybdate Z-scheme heterojunctions with rich oxygen vacancies for improved pollutant degradation and bacterial inactivation. Crystals.

Fu, S., Chu, Z., Huang, Z., Dong, X., Bie, J., Yang, Z., Zhu, H., Pu, W., Wu, W., & Liu, B. (2024). Construction of Z-scheme AgCl/BiOCl heterojunction with oxygen vacancies for improved pollutant degradation and bacterial inactivation. RSC Advances.

Fu, S., Huang, Z., Wang, Y., Zheng, B., Yuan, W., Li, L., Deng, P., Zhu, H., Zhang, H., & Liu, B. (2024). Fabrication of a novel Z-scheme AgBiO₃/BiOCl heterojunction with excellent photocatalytic performance towards organic pollutant. Materials.

Shi, M., Zhang, Y., Hong, W., Liu, J., Zhu, H., Liu, X., Geng, Y., Cai, Z., Lin, S., & Ni, C. (2022). Mechanism of simultaneous lead and chromium removal from contaminated wastewater by a schwertmannite-like mineral. Environmental Science and Pollution Research.

Peng-Fei Wang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Peng-Fei Wang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Full-time teacher at Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao, China

Peng-Fei Wang is a dedicated researcher in material science and engineering 🧪, specializing in high-energy batteries ⚡. Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor at Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao 🏫. His research covers solid-state batteries, lithium-sulfur batteries, and photo-thermal batteries 🔋☀️. With a strong academic background from Nanjing University and Anhui University of Technology, he has contributed significantly to the development of next-generation energy storage systems 🏆. His expertise spans material synthesis, electrochemical characterization, and battery performance optimization 🔍. Over the years, he has published numerous SCI papers, holds patents, and collaborates with leading scientists worldwide 🌍. Before academia, he worked in the battery industry 🏭, gaining hands-on experience in commercial battery development. Passionate about innovative energy solutions, Dr. Wang continues to drive cutting-edge research towards sustainable energy storage solutions ⚡🔬.

Professional Profiles📖

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Education 🎓

Peng-Fei Wang has an extensive academic background in materials science and chemistry 🏛️. He earned his Doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering from Nanjing University (2018-2021) 🎓, focusing on energy storage materials. Prior to that, he was a research assistant at Nanjing University (2017-2018), working on lithium-sulfur batteries and solid electrolytes 🔬. His Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry and Materials were jointly obtained from Anhui University of Technology and Ningbo University (2009-2016) 🏗️. During this time, he conducted research on lithium-ion battery electrodes, including polyanion-type phosphates and sodium lithium titanate anodes ⚡. His early research laid the foundation for his later breakthroughs in high-energy-density batteries 🚀. Throughout his educational journey, Wang has demonstrated a commitment to pioneering new materials and electrochemical systems that enhance battery performance and sustainability 🌱🔋.

Work Experience💼

Peng-Fei Wang has an extensive professional background spanning academia and industry 🏢📚. He currently serves as an Associate Professor at Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao (since 2024) and was a Lecturer there from 2022-2023 🎓. His research focuses on solid-state and lithium-sulfur batteries, exploring high-performance battery materials. Before transitioning into academia, he worked as an R&D Engineer at Chaowei Chuangyuan Industrial Co., Ltd. (2016-2017) 🔬⚡, where he developed pouch cells and aluminum shell batteries for commercial applications. Wang also gained research experience as a Research Assistant at Nanjing University (2017-2018), contributing to lithium-sulfur battery technology 🔋. His diverse experience, bridging both industrial and academic sectors, has allowed him to drive innovations in energy storage materials, leading to multiple high-impact publications and patents 🚀.

Research Focus

Peng-Fei Wang’s research primarily focuses on high-performance battery technologies ⚡🔋. His key areas of expertise include solid-state batteries, lithium-sulfur batteries, and photo-thermal energy conversion ☀️. He explores novel electrode materials, solid electrolytes, and interfacial engineering to enhance battery performance and longevity 🔬. His work on light-driven polymer-based all-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries has paved the way for energy-efficient battery solutions 💡. Wang also investigates innovative strategies to suppress polysulfide shuttling and improve lithium-ion transport in solid-state systems 🚀. By integrating advanced material characterization techniques like XRD, XPS, and SEM 🏗️, he develops cutting-edge energy storage materials. His research is geared toward developing next-generation, sustainable, and high-energy-density batteries for real-world applications 🌱🔋.

Skills

Dr. Wang possesses expertise in several key areas of battery🔋 research and electrochemistry. His skills include the design and development of solid-state and lithium-sulfur batteries, as well as advanced electrochemical analysis techniques such as cyclic voltammetry and impedance spectroscopy🔬. He is proficient in material characterization methods, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and Raman spectroscopy. Additionally, he is well-versed in using software tools such as Origin, Microsoft Office, Materials Studio, FullProf, and Diamond for data analysis and visualization. His hands-on experience in battery assembly includes working with coin cells, pouch cells, and solid-state electrolytes, making him a well-rounded expert in the field of energy storage🔬.

Conclusion✅

Peng-Fei Wang is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award🎓 due to his extensive contributions to battery research🔋, high publication count, and expertise in material science. His work has significant potential for real-world impact in the energy sector. Strengthening his international collaborations and involvement in securing research grants could further bolster his case for such prestigious recognition. Overall, he is a highly deserving candidate for the award⚡.

📚Publications to Noted

 

Heterogeneous interface engineering to enhance oxygen electrocatalytic activity for rechargeable zinc–air batteries

Authors: Tao-Tao Li, Yu-Rui Ji, Yi-Meng Wu, Peng-Fei Wang, Zong-Lin Liu, Jie Shu, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025

Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers

Design of high-performance proton batteries by reducing interstitial water molecules in copper-iron Prussian analogues

Authors: Yu-Hao Chen, Hao-Tian Guo, Bing-Chen Liu, Jing Li, Zong-Lin Liu, Peng-Fei Wang, Yan-Rong Zhu, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025-07

Journal: Journal of Colloid and Interface Science

Synergistic regulation of different coordination shells of iron centers by sulfur and phosphorus enables efficient oxygen reduction in zinc-air batteries

Authors: Yi-Han Zhao, Yu-Rui Ji, Xing-Qi Chen, Jing Li, Peng-Fei Wang, Zong-Lin Liu, Jie Shu, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025-06

Journal: Journal of Colloid and Interface Science

Structure stability modulation of P2-type layered oxide cathodes through the synergetic effect of co-doping strategy

Authors: Lu-Lu Zhao, Jun-Wei Yin, Bing-Chen Liu, Peng-Fei Wang, Zong-Lin Liu, Qian-Yu Zhang, Jie Shu, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025-04

Journal: Applied Surface Science

Constructing stable cathode by g-C3N4 nanosheets for high-energy all-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries

Authors: Ying Li, Ze-Chen Lv, Peng-Fei Wang, Jie Shu, Ping He, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025-03

Journal: Chinese Chemical Letters

Construction of high-voltage aqueous Zn-MnO2 batteries based on polar small-molecule organic acid-induced MnO2/Mn2+ reactions

Authors: Ying Li, Nan Zhang, Jing-Yu Wang, Pengfei Wang, Zonglin Liu, Yan-Rong Zhu, Jie Shu, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025-03

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Unveiling the mysteries of anode-free Zn metal batteries: From key challenges to viable solutions

Authors: Ying Li, Jing-Yu Wang, Jun-Wei Yin, Peng-Fei Wang, Zong-Lin Liu, Jie Shu, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025-02

Journal: Energy Storage Materials

Unlocking the electrochemical ammonium storage performance of copper intercalated hexacyanoferrate

Authors: Ying Li, Jin-Peng Qu, Jing-Yu Wang, Pengfei Wang, Zonglin Liu, Jie Shu, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025-01

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Unraveling the Function Mechanism of N-Doped Carbon-Encapsulated Na3V2(PO4)3 Cathode toward High-Performance Sodium-Ion Battery with Ultrahigh Cycling Stability

Authors: Ying Li, Xue-Qi Lai, Shao-Jie Yang, Peng-Fei Wang, Zong-Lin Liu, Jie Shu, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2025-01-15

Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces

Advanced design strategies for Fe-based metal–organic framework-derived electrocatalysts toward high-performance Zn–air batteries

Authors: Ya-Fei Guo, Shan Zhao, Nan Zhang, Zong-Lin Liu, Peng-Fei Wang, Jun-Hong Zhang, Ying Xie, Ting-Feng Yi

Year: 2024

Journal: Energy & Environmental Science