Dr. Qian Guo | Energy technologies | Best Researcher Award

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. ๐Ÿ”ฌโš›๏ธ

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๐ŸŽ“ 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. ๐Ÿ“˜๐ŸŽ“

๐Ÿ’ผ 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 masterโ€™s studies. Her collaborations span leading UK, European, and Chinese institutions, showcasing her strong international profile. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”ง

๐Ÿ… 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. ๐Ÿฅ‡๐Ÿ“œ

๐Ÿ” 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. Guoโ€™s interdisciplinary approach bridges material chemistry, physics, and engineering, driving forward next-generation clean energy technologies. โšก๐Ÿงซ

๐Ÿ“Œ 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. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ”‹

๐Ÿ“š 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), 1686โ€“1695.
    โžค Cited by 35+ articles.

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

  3. The role of carbon dots โ€“ derived underlayer in hematite photoanodes
    Nanoscale, 2020, 12, 20220โ€“20229.
    โžค Cited by 60+ articles.

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

  5. Porous carbon nanosheets from biological nucleobase precursor as efficient pH-independent oxygen reduction electrocatalyst
    Carbon, 2020, 156, 179โ€“186.
    โžค 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.
    โžค Cited by 25+ articles.

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

  8. High concentration Ti3+ in porous carbonโ€doped TiO2 nanosheets for photocatalytic ammonia synthesis
    Advanced Materials, 2021, 33, 2008180.
    โžค Cited by 50+ articles.

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

  10. Labelโ€‘free imaging of cell apoptosis by a lightโ€‘addressable electrochemical sensor
    Analytical Chemistry, 2023, 95(23), 8898โ€‘8905.
    โžค Cited by 15+ articles.

 

Prof. Dr. Chenyu Wu | Energy Technologies | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Chenyu Wu | Energy Technologies | Best Researcher Award

Hohai University, China

Prof. Dr. Chenyu Wu is a distinguished academic and researcher currently serving as a Professor in Jiangsu Province at the College of Energy and Electrical Engineering, Hohai University ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ. With deep expertise in power systems and electricity markets, he has authored over 20 high-impact SCI (Q1) papers and contributed to two team standards. Prof. Wu has led numerous key national and industrial projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation and the State Grid Corporation of China. His groundbreaking research has been implemented across various regions, including Jilin, Yunnan, and Myanmar. Recognized for both academic and applied excellence, he has received top-tier honors such as the First Prize of Jiangsu Province Science and Technology Award and the National Innovation and Entrepreneurship Outstanding Postdoctoral Fellow title ๐Ÿ†.

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๐ŸŽ“Education Background:

Prof. Wu earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Southeast University (2015โ€“2019) ๐ŸŽ“, following a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Hohai University (2011โ€“2015) ๐Ÿ“˜. His academic training laid the foundation for his advanced contributions to smart grids and integrated energy systems.

๐Ÿ’ผProfessional Experience:

Prof. Wuโ€™s professional journey includes serving as a Senior Engineer at the State Grid (Suzhou) Urban Energy Research Institute (2019โ€“2020) ๐Ÿ™๏ธ. He then transitioned to academia, where he held roles as Associate Professor at Southeast University (2020โ€“2025) and later as a Professor at Hohai University from March 2025 onward. His experience bridges industrial engineering practice and cutting-edge academic research.

๐Ÿ…Awards and Honors:

Prof. Wuโ€™s excellence has been widely recognized. Notable accolades include the First Prize in Science and Technology of Jiangsu Province (2022) ๐Ÿฅ‡, the Bronze Award in the China Postdoctoral Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (2022) ๐Ÿฅ‰, and the Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award by the China Simulation Society (2020) ๐Ÿ“œ. He is also among the elite few chosen (<1%) for the Jiangsu “333” talent project and the National Excellent Postdoctoral Fellow title ๐ŸŒŸ.

๐Ÿ”ฌResearch Focus:

His core research areas include the optimal operation of integrated energy systems, virtual power plants, active distribution networks, and electricity market bidding strategies โšก. He integrates concepts from distributed optimization, differential game theory, and reverse engineering to advance clean, efficient energy systems aligned with smart grid development and market transformation.

โœ…Conclusion:

Prof. Dr. Chenyu Wu stands as a thought leader in the evolving fields of power system optimization and energy economics. His impactful publications, prestigious awards, and active academic involvement testify to his dedication to sustainable energy innovation and system-wide transformation ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“ˆ.

๐Ÿ“šTop Publications:

A Two-Stage Game Model for Combined Heat and Power Trading Market โ€“ IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 2019 | Cited by: 240+

Energy Trading and Generalized Nash Equilibrium in Combined Heat and Power Market โ€“ IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 2020 | Cited by: 200+

Coordinated Optimal Power Flow for Integrated Active Distribution Network and Virtual Power Plants Using Decentralized Algorithm โ€“ IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 2021 | Cited by: 180+

Competitive Equilibrium Analysis for Renewables Integration in Dynamic Combined Heat and Power Trading Market โ€“ IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 2023 | Cited by: 30+

Model-Free Economic Dispatch for Virtual Power Plants: An Adversarial Safe Reinforcement Learning Approach โ€“ IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 2023 | Cited by: 25+

Combined Economic Dispatch Considering the Time-Delay of District Heating Network โ€“ IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Energy, 2018 | Cited by: 150+

Bi-level Optimization Model for Integrated Energy System Considering the Thermal Comfort of Heat Customers โ€“ Applied Energy, 2018 | Cited by: 180+

Jin Wang | Renewable Energy Technologies Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jin Wang | Renewable Energy Technologies Award | Best Researcher Award

Doctoral candidate, Taiyuan University of Technology, China

Jin Wang, a doctoral candidate at Taiyuan University of Technology, is a promising researcher in the field of electrical engineering. Born on June 1, 1996, Jin is a member of the Han nationality and is deeply focused on coastal renewable energy generation. He is working towards his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and has actively contributed to advancing knowledge in energy systems. With a strong academic foundation and hands-on research experience, Jin is making significant strides in his field. ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ“โšก๐ŸŒ

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Education:

Jin Wang completed his undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering at Taiyuan University of Technology in 2020. Following this, he embarked on his Ph.D. journey at the same university, with an expected completion date in 2025. His academic career is distinguished by a dedication to innovation and the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ”Œ

Experience:

Jin Wang has been involved in a variety of research projects at Taiyuan University of Technology, with a focus on energy systems for polar regions and coastal renewable energy generation. He has also gained practical experience by contributing to national and provincial-level projects, particularly on clean, low-carbon energy systems. ๐Ÿ’ผ๐ŸŒฑ

Awards and Honors:

Jin has received several certifications that highlight his commitment to excellence. These include his achievements in English proficiency (CET-6, CET-4), as well as certifications in hydrogen energy technology and industrial technology enhancement. ๐Ÿ…๐ŸŽ–๏ธ

Research Focus:

Jin’s research primarily revolves around coastal renewable energy generation, with specific attention to energy systems in extreme environments, such as polar regions. His work includes projects on energy systems for coastal research stations, hybrid energy systems, and proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) in standalone systems. ๐Ÿ”‹๐ŸŒŠ

Conclusion:

Jin Wang is a dedicated researcher with a clear focus on sustainable energy solutions for challenging environments. His academic background, along with his involvement in cutting-edge research projects, positions him to make significant contributions to the field of renewable energy. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ก

Publications:

Application and effect analysis of renewable energy in a small standalone automatic observation system deployed in the polar regions – AIP Advances, 2022, Author ranking: 1

Improving Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell Operational Reliability Through Cabin-Based Fuzzy Control in Coastal Standalone Observation Systems in Antarctica – Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 2025, Author ranking: 1

A Multi-Objective Scheduling Strategy for a Hybrid Energy System for Antarctic Coastal Research Stations – Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 2024, Author ranking: 3

Research on output voltage control of PEMFC based on fuzzy active disturbance rejection – Modern Electronic Technology, 2024, Author ranking: 3