Qiangqiang Tan | Conversion Materials | Outstanding Contribution Award

Prof. Dr. Qiangqiang Tan | Conversion Materials | Outstanding Contribution Award

Professor at Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China.

๐ŸŒŸ Dr. Qiangqiang Tan, a Ph.D. graduate and professor, leads groundbreaking research in advanced energy materials at the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). As the Group Leader of Advanced Energy Materials at the State Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, he has significantly contributed to sustainable energy technologies. With expertise in lithium and sodium-ion batteries, functional composite materials, and core industrialization technologies, Dr. Tan has established state-of-the-art production lines for cathode materials and test platforms. His innovative work includes hosting over 60 research projects and publishing 100+ impactful papers in international journals like Nano Energy and J. Power Sources. A prolific inventor, he holds 253 patents, including several international patents. Dr. Tan’s dedication to innovation has earned him numerous prestigious awards, including the Golden Bridge Award and multiple provincial innovation prizes. His passion drives the development of transformative technologies for a sustainable future. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”‹โœจ

 

Professional Profiles๐Ÿ“–

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

๐ŸŽ“ Dr. Qiangqiang Tanโ€™s academic journey began at the University of Science and Technology, Beijing (1999โ€“2003), where he earned his doctorate in materials science and engineering. ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ“œ During his studies, he focused on advanced materials for energy storage systems, laying the foundation for his groundbreaking contributions to sustainable energy technologies. His rigorous academic training equipped him with a deep understanding of energy materials’ theoretical and practical aspects. Alongside his doctoral research, Dr. Tan actively engaged in scientific collaborations, expanding his expertise in advanced synthesis methods and characterization techniques. ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ”ฌ His dedication and academic excellence have not only shaped his career as a leading scientist but also inspired the next generation of researchers in the field of advanced energy materials. ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ“–

Professional Experience๐Ÿ’ผ

๐ŸŒŸ Dr. Qiangqiang Tanโ€™s professional career spans over two decades of excellence in research and innovation. Currently a professor at the Institute of Process Engineering, CAS (2012โ€“Present), he previously served as an associate professor (2006โ€“2012) and postdoctoral researcher (2003โ€“2005) at the same institute. During his tenure, Dr. Tan has held leadership roles, including Director of Science and Technology Development Division and Director of Industrial Development, showcasing his strategic vision in advancing energy technologies. ๐Ÿš€ He has established industrial production lines for cathode materials and functional composites, bridging the gap between laboratory research and industrial application. Dr. Tanโ€™s work embodies the integration of academic knowledge with practical industrial solutions, driving innovation in energy materials and contributing to national and global sustainability goals. ๐Ÿ”‹๐ŸŒ His extensive experience highlights a career dedicated to impactful research and transformative technological advancements.

Award and Honors๐Ÿ…

๐Ÿ† Dr. Qiangqiang Tan has garnered over 30 prestigious awards, reflecting his dedication to innovation and excellence. Notable achievements include the Golden Bridge Award for outstanding technological contributions and multiple first prizes in Hebei Province’s innovation and entrepreneurship competitions (2021โ€“2024). ๐ŸŒŸ He also earned the “Outstanding Contribution Project Award” for new material technologies and was recognized among the “Top 100 New Technology and New Product Innovations” in 2016. As a committed educator and innovator, Dr. Tan received accolades for advancing industry-university collaboration and transforming scientific research into impactful industrial solutions. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”‹ These honors underscore his ability to bridge academic research and practical applications, driving progress in sustainable energy technologies and functional composite materials.

Research Focus ๐Ÿ”

๐Ÿ”ฌ Dr. Qiangqiang Tanโ€™s research centers on advanced energy materials and functional composite materials, with a particular emphasis on sustainability. His work explores cutting-edge innovations in lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery cathode materials, including P2-type layered oxides and polyanion-type structures. ๐Ÿ”‹๐Ÿ’ก He also focuses on scalable solid electrolytes for next-generation batteries, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. ๐ŸŒโœจ Dr. Tanโ€™s research integrates pilot-scale development and industrialization, ensuring seamless translation from laboratory discoveries to practical applications. He has successfully led the establishment of state-of-the-art production lines and platforms, pushing the boundaries of sustainable materials science. His work contributes to the global transition to cleaner energy solutions, making a tangible impact on energy storage technologies. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ”ง

 

Conclusion โœ…

Dr. Qiangqiang Tan is exceptionally well-suited for the Outstanding Contribution Award. His blend of research excellence, industrial leadership, and innovation aligns perfectly with the award’s criteria. Addressing the suggested areas for improvement could enhance his already stellar portfolio and maximize his contributions to the scientific community.

๐Ÿ“šPublications to Noted

 

Realizing the high stability of P2-type layered cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries based on the diagonal rule strategy
Authors: C. Wu, Chen; Y. Xu, Yuxing; J. Song, Jiechen; A. Wei, Aijia; Q. Tan, Qiangqiang
Journal: Materials Today Energy
Year: 2025

Research progress on P2-type layered oxide cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries
Authors: C. Wu, Chen; Y. Xu, Yuxing; J. Song, Jiechen; A. Wei, Aijia; Q. Tan, Qiangqiang
Citations: 6

Preparation and Performance Investigation of Carbon-Coated Li1.2Mn0.2Ti0.6O2/C Cathode Materials
Authors: Y. Zhou, Yuncheng; Y. Xu, Yuxing; J. Song, Jiechen; Q. Tan, Qiangqiang
Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces
Year: 2024

Enabling a scalable composite solid electrolyte via cathode-supported scale-up processing
Authors: J. Song, Jiechen; Y. Xu, Yuxing; Y. Zhou, Yuncheng; A. Wei, Aijia; Q. Tan, Qiangqiang
Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
Year: 2024

Revealing the effect of double bond-modified Li6.75La3Zr1.75Ta0.25O12 on the Li-ion conduction of composite solid electrolytes
Authors: J. Song, Jiechen; Y. Xu, Yuxing; Y. Zhou, Yuncheng; A. Wei, Aijia; Q. Tan, Qiangqiang
Journal: Materials Today Energy
Year: 2024
Citations: 4

The Y3+ and W6+ co-doping into Ni-rich Co-free single-crystal cathode LiNi0.9Mn0.1O2 for achieving high electrochemical properties in lithium-ion batteries
Authors: H. Feng, Hailan; Y. Xu, Yuxing; Y. Zhou, Yuncheng; J. Yang, Jun; Q. Tan, Qiangqiang
Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds
Year: 2024
Citations: 6

Directional and Orderly Arranged Ni0.9Mn0.1(OH)2 Enables the Synthesis of Single-Crystal Ni-Rich Co-Free LiNi0.9Mn0.1O2 with Enhanced Internal Structural Stability
Authors: H. Feng, Hailan; Y. Xu, Yuxing; Y. Zhou, Yuncheng; J. Song, Jiechen; Q. Tan, Qiangqiang
Journal: ACS Omega
Year: 2024
Citations: 2

Effect of surface structure on electrochemical properties in Li1.2Ni0.2Ti0.6O2 cathode material
Authors: Y. Zhou, Yuncheng; Y. Xu, Yuxing; H. Feng, Hailan; F. Zhuge, Fuchang; Q. Tan, Qiangqiang
Journal: Journal of Materials Science
Year: 2023

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 ๐Ÿงช, specializing in high-energy batteries โšก. Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor at Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao ๐Ÿซ. His research covers solid-state batteries, lithium-sulfur batteries, and photo-thermal batteries ๐Ÿ”‹โ˜€๏ธ. 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 ๐Ÿ†. His expertise spans material synthesis, electrochemical characterization, and battery performance optimization ๐Ÿ”. Over the years, he has published numerous SCI papers, holds patents, and collaborates with leading scientists worldwide ๐ŸŒ. Before academia, he worked in the battery industry ๐Ÿญ, 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 โšก๐Ÿ”ฌ.

Professional Profiles๐Ÿ“–

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Peng-Fei Wang has an extensive academic background in materials science and chemistry ๐Ÿ›๏ธ. He earned his Doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering from Nanjing University (2018-2021) ๐ŸŽ“, 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 ๐Ÿ”ฌ. His Masterโ€™s and Bachelorโ€™s degrees in Chemistry and Materials were jointly obtained from Anhui University of Technology and Ningbo University (2009-2016) ๐Ÿ—๏ธ. During this time, he conducted research on lithium-ion battery electrodes, including polyanion-type phosphates and sodium lithium titanate anodes โšก. His early research laid the foundation for his later breakthroughs in high-energy-density batteries ๐Ÿš€. Throughout his educational journey, Wang has demonstrated a commitment to pioneering new materials and electrochemical systems that enhance battery performance and sustainability ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ”‹.

Work Experience๐Ÿ’ผ

Peng-Fei Wang has an extensive professional background spanning academia and industry ๐Ÿข๐Ÿ“š. He currently serves as an Associate Professor at Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao (since 2024) and was a Lecturer there from 2022-2023 ๐ŸŽ“. 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) ๐Ÿ”ฌโšก, 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 ๐Ÿ”‹. 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 ๐Ÿš€.

Research Focus

Peng-Fei Wangโ€™s research primarily focuses on high-performance battery technologies โšก๐Ÿ”‹. His key areas of expertise include solid-state batteries, lithium-sulfur batteries, and photo-thermal energy conversion โ˜€๏ธ. He explores novel electrode materials, solid electrolytes, and interfacial engineering to enhance battery performance and longevity ๐Ÿ”ฌ. His work on light-driven polymer-based all-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries has paved the way for energy-efficient battery solutions ๐Ÿ’ก. Wang also investigates innovative strategies to suppress polysulfide shuttling and improve lithium-ion transport in solid-state systems ๐Ÿš€. By integrating advanced material characterization techniques like XRD, XPS, and SEM ๐Ÿ—๏ธ, 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 ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ”‹.

Skills

Dr. Wang possesses expertise in several key areas of battery๐Ÿ”‹ 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 spectroscopy๐Ÿ”ฌ. 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 storage๐Ÿ”ฌ.

Conclusionโœ…

Peng-Fei Wang is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award๐ŸŽ“ due to his extensive contributions to battery research๐Ÿ”‹, 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 awardโšก.

๐Ÿ“šPublications to Noted

 

Heterogeneous interface engineering to enhance oxygen electrocatalytic activity for rechargeable zincโ€“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 metalโ€“organic framework-derived electrocatalysts toward high-performance Znโ€“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