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Yepin Zhao | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Yepin Zhao
Stanford University, United States

Yepin Zhao
Affiliation Stanford University
Country United States
Scopus ID 57195035000
Documents 47
Citations 6455
h-index 30
Subject Area Materials Science, Energy Materials, Wearable Electronics
Event World Science Awards

Yepin Zhao is a materials scientist and postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Stanford University. His research spans stretchable electronics, implantable biosensors, perovskite photovoltaics, organic solar cells, thin-film transistors, and advanced energy materials. Through interdisciplinary contributions across materials science, renewable energy technologies, and wearable healthcare systems, Zhao has established a research portfolio focused on developing high-performance, durable, and scalable technologies for future energy and biomedical applications.[1]

Abstract

Yepin Zhao’s academic contributions encompass advanced materials engineering, renewable energy technologies, and bio-integrated electronics. His work has significantly advanced the understanding of perovskite photovoltaics, semitransparent organic solar cells, flexible electronic systems, and stretchable biomedical devices. His research demonstrates a strong emphasis on improving device efficiency, operational stability, environmental sustainability, and translational potential for real-world applications. Through collaborations at Stanford University and UCLA, Zhao has contributed to multiple high-impact publications in leading scientific journals and has participated in several nationally funded research initiatives.[2]

Keywords

Stretchable Electronics, Wearable Sensors, Biointerfaces, Perovskite Solar Cells, Organic Photovoltaics, Thin Film Transistors, Smart Greenhouse Technology, Implantable Electronics, Renewable Energy Materials, Energy Storage Devices, Semiconductor Engineering, Sustainable Technologies.

Introduction

The development of advanced materials capable of addressing challenges in energy sustainability, healthcare monitoring, and electronic device durability remains a central objective of modern materials science. Yepin Zhao’s research career reflects this multidisciplinary objective through investigations into semiconductor materials, photovoltaics, wearable technologies, and implantable systems. His work combines materials chemistry, device engineering, and interface science to improve performance and reliability across multiple technological domains.[3]

Research Profile

Following his Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Physics from Nanjing University and Master of Science degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, Zhao completed his Ph.D. at UCLA under the supervision of Professor Yang Yang. He subsequently served as a postdoctoral researcher at UCLA before joining Stanford University under the mentorship of Professor Zhenan Bao. His research trajectory has evolved from energy storage materials and thin-film electronics to next-generation stretchable and implantable electronic platforms.[1]

  • Bio-interfaces and implantable sensing systems.
  • Stretchable and wearable electronics.
  • Perovskite and organic photovoltaic technologies.
  • Indium-Gallium-Zinc Oxide thin-film transistors.
  • Energy storage materials and pseudocapacitors.

Research Contributions

Among Zhao’s most influential contributions is the development of stable semitransparent organic photovoltaic systems for greenhouse integration, enabling simultaneous food and energy production. His Nature Sustainability publication demonstrated pathways toward sustainable agricultural infrastructure through photovoltaic-photosynthesis integration.[4]

He has also contributed significantly to understanding defect passivation, ion migration suppression, and interface engineering in perovskite solar cells, resulting in enhanced efficiency and durability of photovoltaic devices. Several of these studies appeared in Nature Materials, Science, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and Advanced Materials.[5]

At Stanford University, Zhao’s work focuses on mechanically robust stretchable electronic systems, advanced polymer encapsulation materials, implantable neural sensors, and mobile health monitoring technologies. These projects support the development of next-generation biomedical devices capable of long-term operation under dynamic physiological conditions.[1]

Publications

  • Achieving Sustainability of Greenhouses by Integrating Stable Semi-Transparent Organic Photovoltaics. Nature Sustainability (2023).
  • Suppressing Ion Migration in Metal Halide Perovskites via Trace of Multivalent Interstitial Doping. Nature Materials (2022).
  • Dual-Functional p-Type Soft Interlayer for Semitransparent Organic Photovoltaics. ACS Nano (2021).
  • Molecular Interaction Regulates Defect Passivation for Perovskite Solar Cells. Journal of the American Chemical Society (2020).
  • A Polymerization-Assisted Grain Growth Strategy for Efficient and Stable Perovskite Solar Cells. Advanced Materials (2020).
  • High Performance IGZO Thin Film Transistors via Interface Engineering. Advanced Functional Materials (2020).
  • Superelastic Pseudocapacitors from Freestanding Graphene-Coated Carbon Nanotube Aerogels. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces (2017).

Research Impact

Zhao’s publication record includes articles in Nature Sustainability, Nature Materials, Science, Nature Reviews Materials, Advanced Materials, ACS Nano, Joule, Matter, and other leading journals. His work has attracted substantial scholarly attention and contributed to advances in photovoltaics, semiconductor engineering, wearable technologies, and energy materials. He has also served as a reviewer for premier journals including Nature Photonics, Nature Communications, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and Advanced Functional Materials.[3]

Beyond publications, Zhao has contributed to multiple federally funded projects supported by organizations such as the Office of Naval Research, National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, California Energy Commission, and UCLA Technology Development Group. These projects collectively represent several million dollars in competitive research funding and demonstrate leadership in proposal development and project execution.[4]

Award Suitability

Yepin Zhao’s achievements align strongly with recognition in advanced materials science, renewable energy innovation, and wearable electronic systems. His interdisciplinary research has produced impactful scientific discoveries while simultaneously addressing practical challenges in sustainable energy generation, healthcare technologies, and electronic device reliability. His record of high-impact publications, competitive research funding, mentoring activities, and international collaborations supports his suitability for distinguished academic and scientific awards.[2]

Conclusion

Yepin Zhao represents a new generation of interdisciplinary materials scientists whose work bridges energy technologies, electronics, and biomedical engineering. Through sustained contributions to photovoltaic science, stretchable electronics, and advanced materials development, he has established a research portfolio characterized by scientific rigor, technological relevance, and translational potential. His scholarly achievements position him among emerging leaders in materials science and engineering research.[1]

References

  1. Curriculum Vitae of Yepin Zhao. Stanford University and UCLA Academic Record.
  2. Zhao, Y. Academic publication portfolio in materials science, photovoltaics, and stretchable electronics.
  3. Research Projects and Scientific Contributions documented in professional curriculum vitae.
  4. Zhao, Y. et al. (2023). Achieving sustainability of greenhouses by integrating stable semi-transparent organic photovoltaics. Nature Sustainability.
    https://doi.org/10.1038/s41893-023-01086-0
  5. Zhao, Y. et al. (2022). Suppressing Ion Migration in Metal Halide Perovskites via Trace of Multivalent Interstitial Doping. Nature Materials.
    https://doi.org/10.1038/s41563-022-01377-4

Tiange Zhao | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Tiange Zhao
Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, China
Tiange Zhao
Affiliation Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Country China
Scopus ID 57825529200
Documents 17
Citations 462
h-index 9
Subject Area Materials Science, Optoelectronics, Infrared Photodetection, Two-Dimensional Materials
Event World Science Awards

Tiange Zhao is a Chinese materials scientist and postdoctoral researcher affiliated with the Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. His research activities are primarily centered on the controllable synthesis of narrow-band two-dimensional materials and the development of high-performance infrared photodetection devices. Zhao has contributed to the advancement of wafer-scale two-dimensional material growth, substrate engineering strategies, and topological insulator-based photodetectors for broadband and mid-wave infrared applications.[1]

Abstract

Tiange Zhao has developed a scholarly profile in the field of materials physics and optoelectronic engineering through research on two-dimensional materials and infrared photodetection technologies. His work addresses challenges associated with wafer-scale synthesis, substrate engineering, and heterojunction integration for advanced optoelectronic systems. Zhao’s publications in internationally recognized journals indicate active contributions to next-generation infrared sensing technologies and scalable material fabrication approaches.[2]

Keywords

  • Two-dimensional materials
  • Infrared photodetection
  • Topological insulators
  • Wafer-scale synthesis
  • Materials science and engineering
  • Optoelectronic devices
  • Bi2Se3 heterojunctions
  • Broadband photodetectors

Introduction

Research in two-dimensional materials has become increasingly important for the advancement of modern optoelectronic systems, particularly in infrared sensing and high-speed photodetection applications. Tiange Zhao’s academic work contributes to this rapidly evolving field through the synthesis, transfer, and integration of narrow-band materials designed for scalable device fabrication. His research integrates material science principles with device engineering strategies to improve infrared response performance, reduce dark current limitations, and enhance large-scale manufacturability.[3]

Research Profile

Tiange Zhao completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science and Engineering at Zhengzhou University between 2010 and 2014. He subsequently earned a Master of Science degree in the same discipline from Zhengzhou University during 2015–2018. Zhao later pursued doctoral research in Materials Physics and Chemistry at Sun Yat-sen University from 2019 to 2023.[1]

Since 2023, Zhao has served as a postdoctoral researcher at the Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, under the supervision of Professor Weida Hu. His academic specialization encompasses controllable synthesis methods for narrow-band two-dimensional materials and the development of high-performance infrared photodetection mechanisms and devices.[2]

Research Contributions

Zhao’s research contributions include advancements in wafer-scale transfer techniques for two-dimensional materials and substrate engineering methodologies for scalable material growth. His work has explored epitaxial growth strategies for topological insulator materials such as Bi2Se3 and the fabrication of heterojunction structures capable of achieving ultrabroadband infrared responses.[4]

He has also contributed to the development of low dark-current infrared photodetectors and broadband photodetection systems based on Bi2O2Te nanosheets. These investigations support the broader scientific objective of improving optoelectronic device efficiency, scalability, and operational stability in practical sensing applications.[5]

  • Development of wafer-scale transfer techniques for two-dimensional materials
  • Research on substrate engineering strategies for scalable synthesis
  • Investigation of topological insulator-based infrared photodetectors
  • Optimization of low dark-current heterojunction systems
  • Broadband optoelectronic device fabrication and characterization

Publications

Tiange Zhao has authored and coauthored multiple peer-reviewed scientific articles in journals focused on materials science, nanotechnology, and optoelectronics. Selected representative publications are listed below.

  1. Zhao, T., et al. “Wafer-scale transfer of two-dimensional materials with UV tape.” Nature Electronics, 2024, 7, 96–97.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41928-023-01076-6
  2. Zhao, T., et al. “Substrate Engineering for Wafer-scale Two-dimensional Material Growth: Strategies, Mechanisms, and Perspectives.” Chemical Society Reviews, 2023, 52, 1650–1671.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D2CS00793A
  3. Zhao, T., et al. “Edge-Dominated Epitaxy of Topological Insulator Bi2Se3 with Ultrabroadband Response.” ACS Nano, 2025, 19, 26055–26064.
  4. Zhao, T., et al. “Topological insulator Bi2Se3 heterojunction with a low dark current for mid-wave infrared photodetection.” ACS Photonics, 2024, 11(6), 2450–2458.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acsphotonics.4c00219
  5. Duan, S., Zhao, T.*, et al. “Controlled Synthesis of Bi2O2Te Nanosheets for High-Performance Broadband Photodetectors.” ACS Photonics, 2025, 12(6), 3198–3207.

Research Impact

The research contributions of Tiange Zhao have influenced ongoing developments in scalable two-dimensional material synthesis and infrared optoelectronic technologies. His work on substrate engineering and material transfer methodologies supports improved industrial applicability for two-dimensional semiconductor systems. Publications in high-impact journals, including an ESI Highly Cited Paper in Chemical Society Reviews, reflect recognition within the international scientific community.[2]

In addition to scholarly publications, Zhao has received support through competitive research funding programs, including the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, the National Postdoctoral Researchers Program, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences Special Research Assistant grant. He also participated in key provincial and municipal joint research projects in Guangdong Province related to basic and applied research.[3]

Award Suitability

Tiange Zhao demonstrates qualifications suitable for recognition in emerging research and advanced materials science award categories. His interdisciplinary research profile combines materials engineering, nanotechnology, and optoelectronics with practical applications in infrared sensing technologies. The combination of high-impact publications, funded research initiatives, and contributions to scalable material synthesis techniques indicates substantial academic and technological relevance within the field of modern optoelectronics.[4]

Conclusion

Tiange Zhao’s research activities contribute to the advancement of two-dimensional material synthesis and infrared optoelectronic device engineering. Through his investigations into wafer-scale growth, topological insulator systems, and broadband photodetection technologies, he has participated in the development of scalable solutions relevant to future photonic and sensing applications. His scholarly output and research funding achievements position him as an emerging contributor within the fields of materials science and optoelectronics.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Tiange Zhao, Author ID 57825529200.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57825529200
  2. Zhao, T., et al. (2023). Substrate Engineering for Wafer-scale Two-dimensional Material Growth: Strategies, Mechanisms, and Perspectives. Chemical Society Reviews.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D2CS00793A
  3. Zhao, T., et al. (2024). Wafer-scale transfer of two-dimensional materials with UV tape. Nature Electronics.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41928-023-01076-6
  4. Zhao, T., et al. (2024). Topological insulator Bi2Se3 heterojunction with a low dark current for mid-wave infrared photodetection. ACS Photonics.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acsphotonics.4c00219
  5. Duan, S., Zhao, T.*, et al. (2025). Controlled Synthesis of Bi2O2Te Nanosheets for High-Performance Broadband Photodetectors. ACS Photonics.

Jiaqi Wang | Materials Science | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Jiaqi Wang | Materials Science | Excellence in Research Award

University of Hong Kong | Hong Kong

Prof. Jiaqi Wang is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at The University of Hong Kong and an Associate Research Fellow at the University of Hong Kong Shenzhen Institute of Research and Innovation. His research expertise spans molecular dynamics simulation, machine learning, and computational materials science, with a strong focus on accelerating the discovery and rational design of functional materials. With over a decade of research experience, his work bridges mechanical engineering, chemistry, and artificial intelligence, contributing to both fundamental understanding and practical innovation in materials and biomolecular systems. Since 2020, Dr. Wang has been internationally recognized for pioneering data-driven approaches to the de novo design of self-assembling peptides across extremely large chemical spaces. He developed a human-in-the-loop computational framework that significantly improved the screening accuracy of hydrogel-forming peptides, addressing long-standing challenges related to data scarcity and model reliability. His subsequent work introduced Transformer-based deep learning architectures capable of exploring peptide sequence spaces exceeding ten trillion candidates, enabling unprecedented scalability in peptide discovery. More recently, he systematically decoded aggregation rules governing short peptides across complete sequence spaces, providing a robust theoretical foundation for predictive peptide self-assembly.

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Panagiotis Bousoulas | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Panagiotis Bousoulas | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

National Technical University of Athens | Greece

Assist. Prof. Dr. Panagiotis Bousoulas is an emerging scientific leader in the field of developmental biology and epigenetics, with a research program focused on understanding novel DNA and RNA modifications and their role in neural function, development, and disease. His academic foundation spans prestigious institutions, beginning with a BSc in Medical Genetics from the University of Leicester, followed by doctoral training at the University of Cambridge, UK, where he completed PhD rotations under globally recognized pioneers, including Sir John B. Gurdon, Sarah Bray, and Azim Surani. Prior to this, he studied Physics at the University of Stuttgart, Germany—a multidisciplinary background that contributes to his systems-level scientific approach. Dr. Bousoulas’ professional trajectory includes advanced postdoctoral research at major international institutions such as the Gurdon Institute (Cambridge), Yale University, and the Broad Institute/Harvard University, where he worked with Sir John B. Gurdon, Antonio Giraldez, and John Rinn—leading authorities in developmental biology and genomics. He currently serves as a Principal Investigator at the Chinese Institute for Brain Research (CIBR), where he leads an independent research group supported by multiple competitive funding awards, including the Beijing Natural Science Foundation, Human Frontiers Long-Term Fellowship, Isaac Newton Trust, and a major BBSRC project grant exceeding £830,000. His groundbreaking work contributed to the discovery of methylated deoxyadenosine (m6dA) in vertebrate genomes, reported in Koziol et al., 2015, which opened an entirely novel field in vertebrate epigenetics. His research continues to advance global understanding of how DNA and RNA chemical modifications regulate brain development and contribute to neurological disease, with potential applications in diagnostics and therapeutics. Recognized for excellence early in his career, Dr. Bousoulas has received awards from the AAAS Science Journal, Queen Elizabeth II, the Wellcome Trust, and Cambridge European Trust. His research has significant societal impact, contributing to improved understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying brain disorders and offering potential routes toward medical innovation.

Profile: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  • (2025). Closed-loop CBRAM crossbar system toward hardware acceleration of quantum algorithms. IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems

  • (2025). Low-power perovskite-based memristors enable fused reservoir computing and neuromorphic vision with highly accurate color perception.

  • (2025). A physics-based compact SPICE model emulating volatile and non-volatile switching patterns to heart arrhythmia detection.

  • (2025). Highly reliable perovskite-based memristors using Ag nanoparticles/FA₂PbI₄ junctions for enhanced memory and optoelectronic synaptic performance.

  • (2025). Low-power FA₂PbI₄/SiO₂ bilayer memristors with Pt nanoparticles exhibiting reconfigurable synaptic and neuron properties for compact optoelectronic neuromorphic systems.

Dongliang Wu | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Dongliang Wu | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Shandong Institute of Petroleum and Chemical Technology | China

Dr. Dongliang Wu is an emerging materials scientist specializing in carbon fiber surface modification, interface engineering, and high-performance polymer composites. His research focuses on designing advanced interfacial structures that substantially enhance the mechanical and functional properties of carbon fiber–reinforced composites. Through the innovative use of polydopamine (PDA), cellulose nanofibers (CNF), carbon nanotubes (CNTs), and supramolecular polymers, Dr. Wu has developed a series of single and multi-scale interface architectures—ranging from flexible and dual-flexible systems to flexible–rigid hierarchical structures—that contribute significantly to understanding interfacial stress transfer, adhesion enhancement, and failure mechanisms in composite materials. Dr. Wu has produced a strong academic output with 21 Scopus-indexed publications, more than 410 citations, and an h-index of 9, reflecting the growing global influence of his research. His work appears in high-impact international journals such as Chemical Engineering Journal, Composites Science and Technology, Applied Surface Science, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, and International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. These publications highlight his multidisciplinary approach integrating nanotechnology, biomimetic design, interfacial chemistry, and materials processing. He has contributed to several competitive scientific research projects, including provincial and municipal foundations that support technological innovation and early-career scientific advancement. His collaborative work with research groups in materials science, polymer engineering, and interface chemistry has strengthened the practical relevance and scientific rigor of his findings. The societal impact of Dr. Wu’s research lies in the development of stronger, more reliable, and multifunctional composite materials with applications in aerospace, automotive engineering, energy systems, and advanced manufacturing. By optimizing carbon fiber interfaces at molecular and nanoscale levels, his studies contribute to improving structural safety, lightweight design, and long-term durability in critical engineering sectors. With a rapidly expanding research portfolio and proven innovation capacity, Dr. Wu is positioned to make sustained contributions to global materials science and next-generation composite technologies.

Profile: Scopus 

Featured Publications

Wu, D., Yao, Z., Sun, X., Liu, X., Liu, L., Zhang, R., & Wang, C. (2022). Mussel-tailored carbon fiber/carbon nanotubes interface for elevated interfacial properties of carbon fiber/epoxy composites. Chemical Engineering Journal, 429, 132449.

Wu, D., Song, S., Han, Y., Ma, Q., Liu, L., Zhang, R., & Wang, M. (2022). Design of carbon fiber with nano accuracy for enrichment interface. Composites Science and Technology, 230, 109734.

Wu, D., Liu, L., Ma, Q., Dong, Q., Han, Y., Liu, L., Zhao, S., Zhang, R., & Wang, M. (2023). Biomimetic supramolecular polyurethane with sliding polyrotaxane and disulfide bonds for strain sensors with wide sensing range and self-healing capability. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 630, 909–920.

Wu, D., Xing, Y., Liu, L., Dong, Q., Wang, M., & Zhang, R. (2024). Structural design of “straw and clay” based on cellulose nanofiber/polydopamine and its interfacial stress dissipation mechanisms. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 283, 138040.

Wu, D., Sun, X., Liu, X., Liu, L., & Zhang, R. (2021). Simple-effective strategy for surface modification via annealing treatment polydopamine coating. Applied Surface Science, 567, 150813.

Mohammed Laid Tedjani | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Mohammed Laid Tedjani | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

El oued university | Algeria

Dr. Mohammed Laid Tedjani is a Process Engineering specialist at the Faculty of Technology, University of El-Oued, Algeria, where he also serves as a Temporary Professor. He earned his Ph.D. in Process Engineering in March 2022, following a Master’s degree in Petroleum Refining Engineering (2018) and a Bachelor’s degree in Refining and Petrochemicals (2016), consistently ranking first in his cohort with an outstanding academic record. His research spans process optimization, nanotechnology, material science, biosynthesis, antioxidant and antibacterial activity, chemical engineering, crystal engineering, numerical optimization, and petroleum engineering. Dr. Tedjani has established a strong scholarly presence, contributing to numerous peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as the Journal of Molecular Structure, Journal of Cluster Science, Membranes, Textile Research Journal, Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers, and Ferroelectrics. His work has received growing visibility, reflecting impactful contributions in green synthesis of metal and metal-oxide nanoparticles, their physicochemical characterization, and applications in optoelectronics, catalysis, and bioactivity enhancement. He has also presented at international conferences, including the International Seminar on Green Chemistry and Sustainable Engineering. As a Publons Academy Certified Peer Reviewer, Dr. Tedjani has completed more than 20 reviews for reputable journals, demonstrating his active role in scientific quality assurance. His collaborative research network includes national and international scholars working across materials chemistry, nanoscience, electrochemistry, and environmental engineering. His publications continue to gain citations, highlighting the societal relevance of his work in sustainable materials, green nanotechnology, and environmental remediation.

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Featured Publications

1. Laouini, S. E., Bouafia, A., Soldatov, A. V., Algarni, H., Tedjani, M. L., Ali, G. A. M., … (2021). Green synthesized Ag/Ag₂O nanoparticles using aqueous leaves extracts of Phoenix dactylifera L. and their azo dye photodegradation. Membranes, 11(7), 468.

2. Gherbi, B., Laouini, S. E., Meneceur, S., Bouafia, A., Hemmami, H., Tedjani, M. L., … (2022). Effect of pH value on the bandgap energy and particles size for biosynthesis of ZnO nanoparticles: Efficiency for photocatalytic adsorption of methyl orange. Sustainability, 14(18), 11300.

3. Bouafia, A., Laouini, S. E., Khelef, A., Tedjani, M. L., & Guemari, F. (2021).
Effect of ferric chloride concentration on the type of magnetite (Fe₃O₄) nanoparticles biosynthesized by aqueous leaves extract of Artemisia and assessment of their antioxidant properties. Journal of Cluster Science, 32(4), 1033–1041.

4. Laid, T. M., Abdelhamid, K., Eddine, L. S., & Abderrhmane, B. (2021).
Optimizing the biosynthesis parameters of iron oxide nanoparticles using central composite design. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1229, 129497.

5. Bouafia, A., Laouini, S. E., Tedjani, M. L., Ali, G. A. M., & Barhoum, A. (2022).
Green biosynthesis and physicochemical characterization of Fe₃O₄ nanoparticles using Punica granatum L. fruit peel extract for optoelectronic applications. Textile Research Journal, 92(15–16), 2685–2696.

Jing Ruan | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc Prof Dr. Jing Ruan | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine | China

Dr. Jing Ruan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine and the Affiliated Ninth People’s Hospital. She earned her Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and completed earlier degrees in Materials Science & Engineering (B.S.) and Applied Chemistry (M.S.). Her research trajectory spans materials science, biomedical engineering, ophthalmology, and translational nanomedicine. Prior to her academic appointment, she contributed to drug discovery research at Lilly China Research and Development Center, strengthening her foundation in therapeutic innovations. Dr. Ruan’s research focuses on the design of implantable biomaterials and the molecular mechanisms underlying cellular responses. She is internationally recognized for her work in ocular oncology, particularly the epigenetic and pathogenic processes driving melanoma progression. Her interdisciplinary expertise extends to nanotechnology-based targeted cancer therapies, including gene nanocarriers, multimodal theranostic nanoprobes, and nano–immune adjuvants. Over the past five years, she has authored numerous high-impact publications in Acta Biomaterialia, Nano Today, Oncogene, Clinical and Translational Medicine, Bioactive Materials, and Advanced Science, reflecting significant contributions to cancer therapeutics, biomimetic scaffolds, nanotoxicology, and photodynamic therapy. Her collective body of work exceeds dozens of peer-reviewed papers, many of which involve collaborations with leading scientists such as Kam W. Leong, X.J. Loh, and X. Fan, underscoring her strong interdisciplinary and international research partnerships. Her research excellence has been recognized through multiple prestigious awards, including the Pujiang Award (2021), Rising Star Award (2017), and Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award (2016). Earlier distinctions such as the Young Artist Award and the First Ruth Mulan Chu Chao Scholarship highlight her longstanding academic merit.

Profiles: Scopus

Featured Publications

1. Ma, Y., Lin, H., Wang, P., Yang, H., Yu, J., Tian, H., Li, T., Ge, S., Wang, Y., Jia, R., Leong, K. W., & Ruan, J. (2022). A miRNA-based gene therapy nanodrug synergistically enhances pro-inflammatory antitumor immunity against melanoma. Acta Biomaterialia.

2. Ruan, J., Li, F., Tian, H., Yu, J., Deng, H., Ge, S., & Leong, K. W. (2022). A cascade FRET photosensitizer that enhances photodynamic therapy for ocular melanoma. Nano Today, 47, 101684.

3. Zhuang, A., Chai, P., Wang, S., Zuo, S., Yu, J., Jia, S., Ge, S., Jia, R., Zhou, Y., Shi, W., Xu, X., Ruan, J., & Fan, X. (2022). Metformin promotes histone deacetylation of optineurin and suppresses tumour growth through autophagy inhibition in ocular melanoma. Clinical and Translational Medicine, 12(1), e660.

4. Gu, X., Zhuang, A., Yu, J., Chai, P., Jia, R., & Ruan, J. (2022). Phase separation drives tumor pathogenesis and evolution: All roads lead to Rome. Oncogene, 41(11), 1527–1535.

5. Tian, H., Shi, H., Yu, J., Ge, S., & Ruan, J. (2022). Biophysics role and biomimetic culture systems of ECM stiffness in cancer EMT. Global Challenges, 6(6), 2100094.

Maoting Xia | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Maoting Xia | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Hunan University | China

Dr. Maoting Xia is an emerging scholar in advanced electrochemical energy storage, specializing in the fundamental understanding and optimization of next-generation secondary battery systems. His work spans safe and sustainable aqueous batteries, electrolyte innovation, and high-energy-density lithium- and potassium-based storage technologies. With strong interdisciplinary training across physics, materials engineering, and polymer science, Dr. Xia has built a diverse research portfolio that integrates mechanistic studies, structural characterization, and device-level performance evaluation. He has authored 42 scientific publications, accumulated 2,740 citations, and achieved an impressive h-index of 27, reflecting the global reach and influence of his contributions. Dr. Xia’s research has led to high-impact publications in leading journals including Energy & Environmental Science, Advanced Energy Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, Chemical Engineering Journal, Materials Today, and Small Methods, with several works recognized as Highly Cited and Hot Papers. His notable achievements include pioneering hydrogen-bond regulation strategies for hybrid electrolytes, advancing interphase engineering for high-voltage potassium-ion batteries, and designing innovative aqueous potassium, ammonium, and metal–sulfur battery chemistries. Beyond his individual accomplishments, Dr. Xia collaborates extensively with national and international research teams, contributing to multi-institutional studies and co-authoring scholarly works with experts across electrochemistry, materials physics, and device engineering. His involvement in the development of an electrochemical monograph further demonstrates his commitment to scholarly dissemination and educational impact. Dr. Xia’s research addresses pressing global challenges surrounding renewable energy storage, sustainable battery materials, and the safety of large-scale electrochemical systems. Through a combination of scientific rigor, creativity, and multidisciplinary collaboration, he continues to advance fundamental knowledge while contributing to the development of practical energy solutions with societal, technological, and environmental relevance.

Profiles: Scopus 

Featured Publications

Xia, M., Fu, H., Lin, K., Rao, A. M., Cha, L., Liu, H., Zhou, J., Wang, C., & Lu, B. (2024). Hydrogen-bond regulation in organic/aqueous hybrid electrolyte for safe and high-voltage K-ion batteries. Energy & Environmental Science, 17, 1255–1265.

Xia, M., Zhou, J., & Lu, B. (2025). Comprehensive insights into aqueous potassium-ion batteries. Advanced Energy Materials, 15, 2404032.

Zhang, J., Shen, M., Xia, M., Fu, H., Ding, C., Rao, A. M., Zhou, J., Fan, L., & Lu, B. (2022). Dual-halide electrode–electrolyte interphase for high-voltage potassium-ion batteries. Advanced Functional Materials, 32, 2205879.

Xia, M., Feng, Y., Wei, J., Rao, A. M., Zhou, J., & Lu, B. (2022). A rechargeable K/Br battery. Advanced Functional Materials, 32, 2205879.
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Xia, M., Zhang, X., Yu, H., Yang, Z., Chen, S., Zhang, L., Shui, M., Xie, Y., & Shu, J. (2021). Hydrogen bond chemistry in Fe₄[Fe(CN)₆]₃ host for aqueous NH₄⁺ batteries. Chemical Engineering Journal, 421, 127759.

Yanli Wang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yanli Wang | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Hainan Medical University, China

Prof. Wang Yanli is a distinguished researcher and academic leader specializing in precision-targeted cancer research, nanochemistry, molecular imaging, and translational medicine. After completing his doctoral studies at the Institute of Nanochemistry and Biology, Shanghai University, in 2010, he has held a series of progressive academic and administrative positions, including director of the Center for Precision Targeted Cancer Research, dean of the Hu Jinhua Institute of Precision Health Education, and, most recently, professor at Hainan University and dean of the School of Pharmacy at Hainan Medical University. Prof. Wang has conducted visiting research at globally renowned institutions, including Clemson University and Harvard University, enhancing his international collaborations and fostering cross-border knowledge exchange. His research portfolio is extensive and impactful, encompassing over 56 SCI-indexed publications with 2,764 citations and an h-index of 25, reflecting both the quality and influence of his work. He has secured multiple competitive national-level grants, including funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China for Excellent Young Scholars and the National Outstanding Young Scholars Fund, leading six major projects in cancer diagnostics, molecular imaging, and nanotechnology applications. Prof. Wang has also applied for 15 patents and contributed to the authorship and editing of monographs, underscoring his commitment to innovation and knowledge dissemination. Prof. Wang’s leadership extends beyond research. He serves in numerous professional and advisory capacities, including as an expert member of the Big Health Committee of the United Nations World Silk Road Forum and as director or member of multiple national and regional medical imaging and oncology committees. His work has tangible societal impact, advancing precision oncology, improving molecular imaging technologies, and contributing to public health strategies. Recognized with awards such as the Yangtze River Delta Most Potential Technology Trading Award and the International Association for Advanced Materials Young Scientist Award, Prof. Wang continues to bridge fundamental research, translational applications, and industry innovation, making significant contributions to science, healthcare, and global biomedical advancements.

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Featured Publications

  1. Li, Y., Zhang, Y., Li, C., Chen, G., Muhammad, P., Yao, Y., Gao, L., Liu, Z., & Wang, Y. (2025, October). Advanced cancer immunotherapy via SMARCAL1 blockade using a glucose‐responsive CRISPR nanovaccine. Advanced Science.

  2. Tang, T., Chen, J., Zhang, J., Pan, P., Jiang, J., Hu, C., He, Y., Li, C., Zhang, J., & Wang, Y. (2025, August). High concentrations of fluorescent nanoprobes delayed Oryzias melastigma embryo hatching by modulating respiratory and metabolic pathways. VIEW.

  3. Muhammad, P., Zada, A., Rashid, J., Hanif, S., Gao, Y., Li, C., Li, Y., Fan, K., & Wang, Y. (2024, July). Defect engineering in nanocatalysts: From design and synthesis to applications. Advanced Functional Materials.

  4. He, W., Zhang, J., Ju, J., Wu, Y., Zhang, Y., Zhan, L., Li, C., & Wang, Y. (2023, November). Preparation, characterization, and evaluation of the antitumor effect of kaempferol nanosuspensions. Drug Delivery and Translational Research.

  5. Qiu, L., Alqahtani, B. A., Li, C., He, W., Yin, X., Zhan, L., Zhang, J., & Wang, Y. (2023, August 2). Changes in diet, exercise and psychology of the quarantined population during the COVID-19 outbreak in Shanghai. PLOS ONE.

Prof. Wang Yanli’s work advances precision-targeted cancer research and molecular imaging, driving innovation in diagnostics and therapeutics. His research bridges fundamental science and translational applications, enhancing healthcare outcomes, promoting biomedical technology development, and supporting global health initiatives.

Xue Yu | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Xue Yu | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Chengdu University, China

Professor Xue Yu, PhD, is a leading scholar in materials science and mechanical engineering, specializing in advanced functional materials, luminescent nanocrystals, and optoelectronic applications. She earned her PhD from Lanzhou University in 2010 and an MS from Henan University in 2007. Currently, she serves as Professor at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Institute for Advanced Materials, Chengdu University, and Deputy Director of its Graduate Office. She has previously held key academic positions at Kunming University of Science and Technology and completed a visiting scholar tenure at New Mexico State University, USA. Professor Yu’s research focuses on in vivo mechanical signal sensing, nanocrystal upconversion, long-persistent luminescence, perovskite scintillators, and the development of high-performance optoelectronic and imaging materials. Her work has yielded over 60 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious international journals such as Advanced Materials, ACS Nano, Advanced Optical Materials, and Chemical Engineering Journal, accumulating more than 3,000 citations with an h-index of 34. She has led multiple national research grants exceeding 3 million CNY, including projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and talent development programs such as the Rongpiao Plan and Tianfu Emei Plan. Professor Yu has also been recognized with numerous scientific awards, including the First Prize in Natural Science of Yunnan Province (2019) and Third Prize of Natural Science (2020), alongside multiple student guidance and innovation awards at national competitions. Her inventive contributions include patents in perovskite nanowire arrays, near-infrared fluorescent materials, and multimodal luminescent systems. Beyond publications and patents, Professor Yu actively mentors emerging researchers, guiding projects in advanced luminescent materials, stress imaging, and optoelectronic device development. Her work not only advances fundamental understanding of defect-engineered nanomaterials and luminescence mechanisms but also drives societal impact through innovations in biomedical imaging, energy-efficient lighting, and high-performance sensors. With extensive collaborations both nationally and internationally, Professor Yu’s research integrates materials science, photonics, and applied engineering, establishing her as a prominent figure whose scientific contributions are advancing technology and addressing critical challenges in imaging, sensing, and sustainable material development.

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Featured Publications

  1. Fan, X., Zeng, T., Zeng, C., Zeng, G., Xiong, F., Gao, R., Zhang, Y., Hao, X., Hu, A., Yu, X., et al. (2025). Cuprous halides scintillator via anion‐substitution strategy for X‐ray dynamic imaging. Laser & Photonics Reviews.

  2. Wang, T., Sun, J., Teng, Z., Yao, S., Yuan, J., Han, L., Mu, D., Song, H., Yu, X., Xu, X. (2025). Near‐infrared emission perovskites for multifunctional bioimaging. Small Science.

  3. Bu, W., Wang, T., Wang, Y., Huang, W., Guo, L., Yue, Y., Zhu, X., Xiao, J., Yu, X. (2025). Near‐infrared mechanoluminescence of Gd3Ga5O12: Cr3+, La3+ for biological stress imaging. Laser & Photonics Reviews.

  4. Hu, A., Hou, L., Yue, Y., Yu, S. F., Yu, X., Wang, T. (2025). Ultraelastic lead halide perovskite films via direct laser patterning. ACS Nano.

  5. Zhu, N., Wang, T., Guo, L., Zhu, X., Bu, W., Yue, Y., Yu, X. (2024). Multimodal dynamic luminescence of self-activated Na2CaGe2O6 phosphor via defect manipulation. CrystEngComm.

Ms. Xue Yu’s pioneering work in luminescent nanomaterials and optoelectronic devices bridges fundamental science and practical innovation, driving advancements in biomedical imaging, stress sensing, and energy-efficient lighting technologies. Her research contributes significantly to sustainable material development and fosters global innovation in next-generation photonic and electronic systems.