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Serdar Güngör | Chemistry | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Serdar Güngör – Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University, Turkey

Serdar Güngör
Affiliation Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University
Country Turkey
Scopus ID 57525935100
Documents 23
Citations 100
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Subject Area Chemistry
Event World Science Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-2062-2424

Serdar Güngör is an Associate Professor in the field of Medical Microbiology with extensive academic, clinical, and research contributions spanning antimicrobial resistance, infectious diseases, and analytical pharmaceutical methodologies. His multidisciplinary expertise integrates microbiology, pharmacology, and laboratory sciences, contributing significantly to public health and clinical diagnostics [1].

Abstract

This article presents a comprehensive academic overview of Serdar Güngör, highlighting his contributions to microbiology, infectious disease research, and pharmaceutical analysis. His work encompasses clinical microbiology, antimicrobial resistance surveillance, and advanced analytical method development, positioning him as a significant contributor to modern health sciences [1].

Keywords

Medical Microbiology, Antimicrobial Resistance, Infectious Diseases, HPLC Analysis, Clinical Diagnostics, Public Health, Seroprevalence Studies

Introduction

Medical microbiology plays a vital role in understanding infectious diseases and developing diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. Researchers like Serdar Güngör contribute to advancing this field through both clinical investigations and laboratory innovations, addressing global health challenges such as antibiotic resistance and emerging pathogens [1].

Research Profile

Serdar Güngör completed his medical education at Ankara University and specialized in Medical Microbiology at İzmir Katip Çelebi University. His academic career includes positions at Uşak University and Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University, where he currently serves as Associate Professor. His expertise spans clinical microbiology, virology, bacteriology, and pharmaceutical analytics [1].

Research Contributions

  • Extensive research on antimicrobial resistance patterns in clinical pathogens.
  • Development and validation of analytical methods such as HPLC for pharmaceutical compounds.
  • Clinical investigations on viral infections including COVID-19 and hepatitis.
  • Seroprevalence studies in pregnant populations and blood donors.
  • Contribution to microbiological diagnostics and infection control strategies.

Publications

Güngör has authored over 100 scientific publications indexed in major databases such as Scopus and Web of Science. His works are published in journals including Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovation, Acta Chromatographica, and Journal of Infection in Developing Countries [1].

Research Impact

With over 120 citations and an h-index of 7, Güngör’s research demonstrates measurable academic impact. His work contributes to clinical decision-making, antimicrobial stewardship, and public health policy development in infectious disease management [1].

Award Suitability

Güngör’s extensive research output, consistent academic contributions, and involvement in national and international projects make him a strong candidate for recognition in medical microbiology. His interdisciplinary approach aligns with the criteria of excellence, innovation, and societal impact.

Conclusion

Serdar Güngör represents a distinguished academic profile within medical microbiology, combining clinical expertise with research innovation. His contributions continue to support advancements in infectious disease control and laboratory diagnostics.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Serdar Güngör, Author ID 57525935100. Scopus.

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Mohmmad Younus Wani | Medicinal Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohmmad Younus Wani | Medicinal Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

University of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohmmad Younus Wani is an accomplished Associate Professor at the University of Jeddah, specializing in medicinal and organic chemistry with a strong focus on drug discovery and antimicrobial resistance. His research centers on the development of small molecule inhibitors and innovative therapeutic strategies to combat drug-resistant pathogens and hospital-acquired infections. With over 90 high-impact publications, an h-index of 33, and more than 4,100 citations, he has established a significant global research presence. Dr. Wani has secured multiple competitive research grants, including major funded projects as Principal Investigator, and holds several US patents in antifungal therapeutics. He has extensive international research experience, having worked in the United States, Portugal, and India, and actively collaborates across multidisciplinary teams. His work contributes to advancing healthcare solutions and addressing critical global challenges in infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance.

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MA Malik, MY Wani, MA Hashim (2012).
Microemulsion method: A novel route to synthesize organic and inorganic nanomaterials: 1st Nano Update
Arabian Journal of Chemistry | Journal Article · 2012 · 📊 Citations: 864

MA Malik, OA Dar, P Gull, MY Wani, AA Hashmi (2018).
Heterocyclic Schiff base transition metal complexes in antimicrobial and anticancer chemotherapy
MedChemComm | Journal Article · 2018 · 📊 Citations: 459

S Kumar, MY Wani, CT Arranja, JA e Silva, B Avula, AJFN Sobral (2015).
Porphyrins as nanoreactors in the carbon dioxide capture and conversion: a review
Journal of Materials Chemistry A | Journal Article · 2015 · 📊 Citations: 161

MA Malik, MY Wani, SA Al-Thabaiti, RA Shiekh (2014).
Tetrazoles as carboxylic acid isosteres: chemistry and biology
Journal of Inclusion Phenomena and Macrocyclic Chemistry | Journal Article · 2014 · 📊 Citations: 161

MY Wani, MA Hashim, F Nabi, MA Malik (2011).
Nanotoxicity: dimensional and morphological concerns
Advances in Physical Chemistry | Journal Article · 2011 · 📊 Citations: 136

Prof. Hua-Hong Zou | Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Hua-Hong Zou | Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

Guangxi Normal University | China

Prof. Hua-Hong Zou is a distinguished researcher at the State Key Laboratory for Chemistry and Molecular Engineering of Medicinal Resources, School of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Guangxi Normal University, China. His research expertise spans Materials Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry, with a strong focus on coordination chemistry and the development of single-molecule magnets and multifunctional coordination complexes. His work investigates the design principles, magnetic mechanisms, and self-assembly processes of polynuclear clusters in solution, contributing significantly to the advancement of molecular magnetism and nanostructured materials. Prof. Zou is highly skilled in techniques such as X-ray diffraction, magnetization studies, crystal structure analysis, and advanced material characterization. He has authored more than 230 peer-reviewed publications in internationally recognized journals, reflecting his substantial scientific contributions and global research influence. Through his innovative research and academic collaborations, Prof. Zou continues to advance the understanding of magnetic materials and their potential applications in modern materials science and nanotechnology.

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(2026). Aggregation-Induced Upconversion Luminescence of Ultra-High-Brightness Lanthanide Organic Cages X-ray Scintillators
Angewandte Chemie International Edition | Journal Article · 2026 · 📊 Citations: 2

(2026). A Doughnut-Like Eu30 Catalyst for CO2 Photoreduction with Turnover Numbers Over Ten Million
Angewandte Chemie International Edition | Journal Article · 2026 ·

Mahendra Aryal | Chemical Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Mahendra Aryal | Chemical Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

Tribhuvan University | Nepal

Dr. Mahendra Aryal is a chemist and environmental biotechnology researcher with extensive experience in bioremediation, biosorption, water quality, waste valorization, and environmental sustainability. He holds a PhD from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, and completed postdoctoral research on the valorization of winery wastes using eco-friendly technologies. Dr. Aryal has authored 30+ peer-reviewed publications in high-impact international journals, accumulating hundreds of citations, and has actively collaborated with researchers across Europe and South Asia. His work bridges fundamental chemistry with applied environmental solutions, contributing to safe water management, pollution mitigation, and circular bioeconomy practices. In addition to his research, he is an experienced academic, journal editor, and reviewer, and a recipient of national and international research awards, reflecting his sustained scientific and societal impact.

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Kiranmai Nayani | Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Kiranmai Nayani | Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT) | India

Dr. Kiranmai Nayani is an accomplished synthetic organic chemist with extensive research experience in peptide chemistry, asymmetric catalysis, natural product synthesis, and process development for pharmaceutically relevant molecules. She earned her Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from CSIR–IICT, Hyderabad (2005–2010) under the supervision of Dr. Srivari Chandrasekhar, receiving the prestigious Eli Lilly Asia Outstanding Thesis Award (2010). She holds an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry with Gold Medal from NIT Warangal, a B.Ed. (Institute Topper), and a B.Sc. with Distinction. Dr. Kiranmai currently serves as Senior Scientist at CSIR-IICT, following earlier roles including Project Scientist-III, WOS-A Principal Investigator (DST), Senior Research Associate (CSIR Pool Scientist), Postdoctoral Fellow at Université Paris Descartes (France), and industry positions at Chemveda Life Sciences, Sai Advantium Pharma, and Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories. Her research contributions span organic synthesis, asymmetric dearomatization, foldamers, peptidomimetics, functional peptides, radical cascade reactions, Piancatelli rearrangements, and late-stage functionalization. She has significantly contributed to the synthesis of antimicrobial peptides, including scalable routes to TLR7/8 agonists used as adjuvants in Covaxin, the antiviral drug Nirmatrelvir, and peptide drugs like Dalargin and Plitidepsin.

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Rasha Abbas | Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Rasha Abbas | Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Al –Baha University | Sudan

Dr. Rasha Khalid Abbas Ibrahim is an accomplished biochemist and academic with extensive experience in teaching, research, and scientific leadership across Sudan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Biochemistry and Food Science from the University of Khartoum, followed by a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Juba, where her doctoral research focused on medicinal and aromatic plants, examining the influence of soil, storage, and maturity on the chemical and toxicological properties of Hibiscus sabdariffa using advanced HPLC methodologies. Her master’s work similarly contributed to understanding the essential oil chemistry of Cymbopogon proximus under varying environmental conditions. Dr. Ibrahim has built a strong research profile with more than 16 completed projects, 2 ongoing projects, and over 40 supervised student studies across biochemistry and food science. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications addressing antimicrobial activity, phytochemical characterization, nutritional analysis, and the biochemical properties of medicinal plants and natural products. Her studies on Moringa oleifera, Roselle, Lepidium sativum, flaxseed oil, and essential oils have contributed valuable insights to food safety, public health, and the therapeutic potential of bioactive compounds. Several of her works appear in reputable journals such as Applied Chemistry, JPAM, International Journal of Current Research, and Journal of Microbial & Biochemical Technology. Alongside her research contributions, Dr. Ibrahim has served in key academic roles, including Lecturer and Department Head at the University of Juba, and currently as Assistant Professor at Al-Baha University. She has participated actively in curriculum development, quality assurance initiatives, and numerous institutional committees. Her professional engagement is further reflected in her memberships in the Biochemistry Society, Environmental Association, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Society, and Food Science Society. She has attended over 40 conferences and seminars, presented research internationally, and received recognition for her scientific presentations. Dr. Ibrahim’s work reflects a sustained commitment to advancing biochemical research, enhancing educational quality, and applying scientific knowledge to improve health, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.

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  1. Chemical and Nutritional Studies of Neem Plant Leaves Planted in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Their Importance in Combating Oxidative Stress in Experimental Animals. (2025). Biomedical and Pharmacology Journal.

 

Wang Haiyan | Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Haiyan | Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Zhejiang Normal University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Haiyan is a member of the Communist Party of China, an Associate Professor, and a Master’s Supervisor at Zhejiang Normal University. He was selected to the Clarivate Analytics Top 2% Global Scientists list for 2022–2025. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Zhejiang University under the supervision of Prof. Yong Wang (National Outstanding Young Scientist). During his doctoral training, he also conducted joint research at the Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, guided by Researcher Feng Li (National Outstanding Young Scientist). Dr. Wang’s research lies at the intersection of inorganic nanomaterial synthesis and advanced energy storage and conversion systems, including electrocatalysis, hybrid capacitors, and energy-relevant nanostructures. He has authored more than 70 SCI-indexed publications in leading journals such as Nature Communications, Journal of the American Chemical Society, Advanced Energy Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, Nano Energy, ACS Catalysis, and Applied Catalysis B: Environmental. Among his publications, four have been recognized as ESI Hot Papers and eleven as ESI Highly Cited Papers, reflecting strong global influence. His work currently holds an h-index of 38. Dr. Wang has led nine research projects supported by national and provincial funding bodies, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation. His research contributions have been acknowledged through multiple honors, including a First Prize in the China Association of Inventions Entrepreneurship Innovation Award. Dr. Wang is also highly active in academic mentorship and innovation education. His students have earned numerous prestigious awards, including the Gold Medal at the China International College Student Innovation Competition and top honors in provincial “Challenge Cup” and “Internet+” competitions. He has been recognized as an Outstanding Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mentor and currently serves as Vice President of Technology for a carbon-neutrality-focused enterprise. Additionally, he serves on multiple editorial and technical committees and reviews for leading international journals.

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  1. (2026). In situ manipulation of interfacial water in Ni-Co₃O₄ for efficient neutral nitrate electroreduction to ammonia. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental.

  2. (2025). Reciprocal enhancement of iodine and manganese redox kinetics towards high-performance rechargeable zinc-iodine-manganese hybrid batteries. Journal of Energy Chemistry.

  3. (2025). Enhanced energy storage density and efficiency in A/B-site-engineered silver niobate ceramics. Ceramics International.

  4. Electrocatalysts in zinc-iodine batteries: Theoretical insights and material design..

  5. Recent progress in the inhibition of metal dendrites in sodium/potassium ion batteries..

 

Weidong Wen | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Weidong Wen | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Anhui University | China

Dr. Weidong Wen is an emerging materials scientist whose research focuses on electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia, plasma-assisted nanoarray catalyst fabrication, and in-situ electrochemical spectroscopy. His work addresses a globally significant scientific challenge: developing sustainable, energy-efficient pathways for ammonia synthesis while contributing to nitrate pollution mitigation. Dr. Wen has established a strong research track record at an early career stage, with multiple publications in high-impact journals such as Advanced Functional Materials and Angewandte Chemie International Edition, where he has served as both first and contributing author. His studies on metastable copper phases, electrolyte microenvironment modulation, and atomically dispersed active sites have expanded fundamental understanding of catalytic mechanisms and enabled the design of high-performance electrocatalysts for selective ammonia production. Collectively, his publications have garnered strong visibility in the materials and electrochemistry communities, reflecting the relevance and novelty of his contributions. Dr. Wen’s academic training includes rigorous research experience across institutions in China and Germany, where he collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and contributed to joint Ph.D. research efforts in solid-state physics and materials engineering. These collaborations have strengthened his expertise in advanced characterization techniques and provided an international dimension to his scientific development. His work has also resulted in impactful insights with potential societal benefits, including pathways to cleaner fertilizer production, reduction of industrial energy consumption, and environmental remediation through nitrate conversion technologies. Throughout his academic career, Dr. Wen has earned multiple institutional scholarships in recognition of his academic excellence, research productivity, and commitment to scientific advancement. With a growing publication record, strong methodological skills, and a clear focus on addressing environmentally relevant challenges, Dr. Wen is positioned to make sustained and influential contributions to materials science, catalysis, and sustainable chemical engineering. His trajectory reflects a promising future as a researcher capable of driving innovations with both scientific and societal relevance.

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Featured Publications

  1. Wen, W., Yan, P., Sun, W., Zhou, Y., & Yu, X.-Y. (2023). Metastable phase Cu with optimized local electronic state for efficient electrocatalytic production of ammonia from nitrate. Advanced Functional Materials, 33, 2212236.
  2. Wen, W., Fang, S., Zhou, Y., Zhao, Y., Li, P., & Yu, X.-Y. (2024). Modulating the electrolyte microenvironment in electrical double layer for boosting electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 63, e202408382.
  3. Wang, Y., Zhang, W., Wen, W., Yu, X., Du, Y., Ni, K., Zhu, Y., & Zhu, M. (2023). Atomically dispersed unsaturated Cu-N3 sites on high-curvature hierarchically porous carbon nanotube for synergistic enhanced nitrate electroreduction to ammonia. Advanced Functional Materials, 33, 2302651.

Rahul Kadu | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rahul Kadu | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

MIT Art, Design and Technology University, Pune, India

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rahul Kadu is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of chemistry, currently serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Science and Humanities, School of Engineering & Sciences, MIT Art, Design & Technology University, Pune, India. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2015 from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Gujarat, under the guidance of Dr. Vinay Kumar Singh, with his doctoral research focusing on Metal Directed Self-Assembled Structures: Synthesis, Characterization, and Crystal Studies, and subsequently pursued a prestigious post-doctoral fellowship at IISER Bhopal (2015–2017) under Dr. Sangit Kumar, specializing in organoselenium chemistry and antioxidant research. His professional career spans more than a decade, including earlier roles as Assistant Professor and Board of Studies Member, where he contributed significantly to curriculum design and academic leadership. Dr. Kadu’s research interests lie in organometallic, supramolecular, material, and medicinal chemistry, with a focus on macrocyclic coordination compounds, catalytic processes, and potential therapeutic applications. He possesses strong research skills in synthetic chemistry, crystallography, supramolecular assembly, computational chemistry, and analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, UV-visible spectroscopy, and single-crystal XRD. With over 20 indexed publications, 487 citations, and an h-index of 13, he has published extensively in high-impact Q1 and Q2 journals such as Journal of Organic Chemistry, Dalton Transactions, RSC Advances, and Journal of Molecular Structure. His excellence has been recognized through multiple honors, including the InSc Young Researcher Award (2023), UGC-JRF and SRF Fellowships, and Best Poster Awards at national conferences. As a Ph.

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  1. Jana, S., Verma, A., Kadu, R., & Kumar, S. (2017). Visible-light-induced oxidant and metal-free dehydrogenative cascade trifluoromethylation and oxidation of 1,6-enynes with water. Chemical Science, 8(9), 6633–6644.

  2. Kadu, R., Roy, H., & Singh, V. K. (2015). Diphenyltin (IV) dithiocarbamate macrocyclic scaffolds as potent apoptosis inducers for human cancer HEP 3B and IMR 32 cells: Synthesis, spectral characterization, density … Applied Organometallic Chemistry, 29(11), 746–755.

  3. Singh, V. K., Kadu, R., Roy, H., Raghavaiah, P., & Mobin, S. M. (2016). Phenolate based metallomacrocyclic xanthate complexes of Co II/Cu II and their exclusive deployment in [2:2] binuclear N,O-Schiff base macrocycle formation and in vitro … Dalton Transactions, 45(4), 1443–1454.

  4. Bhandary, S., Sirohiwal, A., Kadu, R., Kumar, S., & Chopra, D. (2018). Dispersion stabilized Se/Te··· π double chalcogen bonding synthons in in situ cryocrystallized divalent organochalcogen liquids. Crystal Growth & Design, 18(7), 3734–3739.

  5. Batabyal, M., Upadhyay, A., Kadu, R., Birudukota, N. C., Chopra, D., & Kumar, S. (2022). Tetravalent spiroselenurane catalysts: Intramolecular Se···N chalcogen bond-driven catalytic disproportionation of H2O2 to H2O and O2 and activation of I2 and NBS. Inorganic Chemistry, 61(23), 8729–8745.

Xiulin Yang | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Xiulin Yang | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangxi Normal University, China

Prof. Dr. Xiulin Yang, Vice Dean of the School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences at Guangxi Normal University, is an accomplished researcher in physical chemistry and materials science, with a focus on electrocatalysis and hydrogen-oxygen fuel cells. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (ICCAS) in 2013, followed by postdoctoral research at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia, from 2013 to 2018. Throughout his career, Professor Yang has accumulated extensive professional experience as a leading scientist, educator, and mentor, serving as Associate Editor of Frontiers in Chemistry and as a Council Member of the 12th Council of Guangxi Chemical Industry Society. His research interests encompass electrocatalysis, sustainable energy materials, fuel cell technologies, and advanced functional nanomaterials. He possesses a strong skill set in materials synthesis, electrochemical characterization, catalysis evaluation, and applied energy research. Professor Yang has published over 150 SCI-indexed papers in top-tier journals such as Advanced Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, ACS Nano, Nano Energy, Applied Catalysis B, and Chemical Engineering Journal, alongside 24 authorized Chinese invention patents, accumulating 5,631 citations with an h-index of 41, highlighting his global research impact. He has been actively involved in international collaborations, guiding early-career researchers, organizing symposia, and contributing to scientific societies, demonstrating both leadership and community engagement. His contributions have been recognized through numerous awards and honors for innovation and excellence in chemistry research. In conclusion, Professor Xiulin Yang exemplifies a leading scientist whose groundbreaking work in electrocatalysis and fuel cell technologies significantly advances sustainable energy research. His strong publication record, patents, international collaborations, mentorship, and leadership roles make him highly deserving of recognition, reflecting both his impact on the scientific community and his potential to continue shaping global standards in chemistry and materials science.

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Featured Publications

Fe-Ce interaction-driven active site modulation in a porous MOF for oxygen evolution reaction. Fuel. (2026).

Leveraging ligand push-pull effects in Ni-based MOFs for optimized lattice oxygen activation and superior water oxidation. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental. (2025).

Enhancement of hydrogen-bond network connectivity and CO poisoning resistance via Mn-mediated electron transfer. Journal of Energy Chemistry. (2025).

Charge redistribution engineering in Mn5.64P3/CePO4 heterostructure enhances oxygen reduction for advanced zinc-air battery. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science. (2025).

Modulation of the d-band center through strong metal-support interaction with Ru and Cu3P-MoP for efficient hydrogen oxidation. Chemical Engineering Journal. (2025).