Dr. Qian Guo | Energy technologies | Best Researcher Award

Research Associate, University of Manchester, United Kingdom

Dr. Qian Guo is a dynamic researcher in the field of materials science and condensed matter physics, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Manchester, UK. With a rich academic and professional background, she has made substantial contributions to solar-to-hydrogen conversion, 2D material ion intercalation, and energy devices. Her interdisciplinary work across physics, materials engineering, and sustainable energy technologies has earned her recognition at international levels. 🔬⚛️

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Guo holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science (2022) from Queen Mary University of London, where she specialized in photoelectrocatalysis for solar-to-hydrogen conversion under the supervision of Prof. Ana Sobrido and Prof. Magda Titirici. She obtained her Master of Engineering in Materials Engineering (2016) from the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, with a GPA of 90.9/100. Her academic journey reflects a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied materials science. 📘🎓

💼 Professional Experience

Since September 2022, Dr. Guo has been contributing to cutting-edge research on rechargeable ion batteries at the University of Manchester under Prof. Irina Grigorieva. Prior to that, she was a visiting Ph.D. student at Imperial College London, investigating biomass-derived carbon materials. Her earlier research includes innovative work on nanocomposites for electronic packaging during her master’s studies. Her collaborations span leading UK, European, and Chinese institutions, showcasing her strong international profile. 🌍🔧

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Guo has received numerous prestigious awards, including the RSC Researcher Development Grant (2022), SuperSolar Conference Fund Award (2022), and SEMS Postgraduate Research Excellence Award (2021). She also earned the National Scholarship from the Ministry of Education of China (2015) and was recognized as an Outstanding Student for three consecutive years by the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences. Her accolades reflect her academic excellence and research innovation. 🥇📜

🔍 Research Focus

Her research centers on advanced functional materials for energy applications, particularly in photoelectrocatalysis, energy storage, and interfacial engineering of nanomaterials. Her expertise includes the design of novel materials for solar water splitting, carbon-based electrocatalysts, and graphene-based batteries. Dr. Guo’s interdisciplinary approach bridges material chemistry, physics, and engineering, driving forward next-generation clean energy technologies. ⚡🧫

📌 Conclusion

Dr. Qian Guo is an emerging leader in sustainable energy and materials research, known for her scientific rigor, innovation, and international collaborations. Her continued work in the field of rechargeable batteries and photoelectrocatalysis marks her as a vital contributor to the advancement of green energy technologies. 🌱🔋

📚 Top Notable Publications

1. Single atom Ir on hematite photoanodes for solar water oxidation: catalyst or spectator?
   Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2023, 145(3), 1686–1695.
   ➤ Cited by 35+ articles.

2. In-plane staging in lithium-ion intercalation of bilayer graphene
   Nature Communications, 2024, 15, 6933.
   ➤ Cited by 10+ articles.

3. The role of carbon dots – derived underlayer in hematite photoanodes
   Nanoscale, 2020, 12, 20220–20229.
   ➤ Cited by 60+ articles.

4. Carbon Dots in Solar to Hydrogen Conversion
   Trends in Chemistry, 2020, 2(7), 620–637.
   ➤ Cited by 85+ articles.

5. Porous carbon nanosheets from biological nucleobase precursor as efficient pH-independent oxygen reduction electrocatalyst
   Carbon, 2020, 156, 179–186.
   ➤ Cited by 45+ articles.

6. Study on the effects of interfacial interaction on the rheological and thermal performance of silica nanoparticles reinforced epoxy nanocomposites
   Composites Part B: Engineering, 2022, 245, 110214.
   ➤ Cited by 25+ articles.

7. Photoelectrochemical imaging system with high spatiotemporal resolution for visualizing dynamic cellular responses
   Biosensors and Bioelectronics, 2021, 180, 113121.
   ➤ Cited by 40+ articles.

8. High concentration Ti3+ in porous carbon‐doped TiO2 nanosheets for photocatalytic ammonia synthesis
   Advanced Materials, 2021, 33, 2008180.
   ➤ Cited by 50+ articles.

9. Photoelectrochemical detection of calcium ions based on hematite nanorod sensors
   ACS Applied Nano Materials, 2022, 5, 17087–17094.
   ➤ Cited by 20+ articles.

10. Label‑free imaging of cell apoptosis by a light‑addressable electrochemical sensor
    Analytical Chemistry, 2023, 95(23), 8898‑8905.
    ➤ Cited by 15+ articles.