Hui Wang | nano functional materials | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Hui Wang | nano functional materials | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director, Soochow University, China

👩‍🏫 Associate Professor at Soochow University’s National Engineering Laboratory for Modern Silk, specializing in 🧪 nano- and micro-scale biomaterials, surface interfaces, and biomaterial surface properties. Earned her 🎓 Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Xiamen University and conducted 🔬 postdoctoral research at the National University of Singapore. With 📚 20+ publications in high-impact journals, she has received prestigious research grants and awards for her contributions to 🔍 biomaterials science and textile engineering.

Profile

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Education 🎓

📍 Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry – Xiamen University, China (2003-2009) B.Sc. in Chemistry – Xiamen University, China (1999-2003)

Experience 💼

📍 Research Fellow – National University of Singapore, Department of Physics (2009-2010) 📍 Associate Professor – Soochow University (2011-Present)

Awards & Honors 🏆

🥈 Second Prize – Fujian Science & Technology Progress Award (2009) 🥈 Second Prize – Xiamen Science & Technology Progress Award (2009)

Research Focus 🔬

🧪 Nano- and micro-scale biomaterials | 🌊 Surface & interface science | ⚙️ Biomaterial surface properties & biological interactions

Publications

Ultrafast Deposition Kinetics in Bi-Tailored Core-Shell Carbon Nanofibers for Sodium Metal Batteries
📍 Angewandte Chemie – International Edition, 2025
📚 Co-authors: M. Yuan, H. Wang, T. Xu, X. Bai, H. Park

2️⃣ Versatile Thermally Activated Delayed Fluorescence (TADF) for Photodynamic Therapy & NIR Electroluminescence 💡
📍 ACS Nano, 2025
📚 Co-authors: H. Wang, Y. Gao, J. Chen, C.S. Lee, X. Zhang

3️⃣ NiSe₂-MoSe₂ Heterojunctions on N-Doped Porous Carbon for Electrocatalytic Water Splitting 💧
📍 Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 2025
📚 Co-authors: H. Zhou, D. Kong, N. Chu, Y. Wang, T. Xu

4️⃣ Stepwise One-Shot Borylation for High-Efficiency Yellow-Green OLEDs (EQE > 40%) 🖥️
📍 Angewandte Chemie – International Edition, 2025
📚 Co-authors: X. Xiong, T. Chen, R. Walia, K. Wang, X. Zhang

5️⃣ D–A Type Red TADF Molecules for High-Efficiency Red/NIR OLEDs 🎨
📍 Advanced Functional Materials, 2025
📚 Co-authors: H. Wang, S. Lin, J. Chen, K. Wang, X. Zhang

6️⃣ Organoboron-Nitrogen-Carbonyl Hybrid Emitters for High-Performance Red OLEDs 🔴
📍 Advanced Optical Materials, 2025
📚 Co-authors: Y. Cheng, R. Walia, T. Zhang, K. Wang, X. Zhang

7️⃣ Donor–Acceptor & MR-TADF Core Integration for Outstanding Electroluminescence 🌟
📍 Advanced Materials, 2024 (Open Access)
📚 Co-authors: D. Chen, H. Wang, D. Sun, X. Zhang, E. Zysman-Colman

8️⃣ Ultra-High Photothermal Conversion Diradical Polymer for NIR-II Photo-Immunotherapy 🏥
📍 Nano (Open Access), 2024
📚 Co-authors: Y. Gao, Y. Liu, X. Li, S. Li, X. Zhang

Conclusion

Dr. Hui Wang is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his expertise in nanomaterials, biomaterials, and surface/interface science. His high-impact publications, academic experience, and recognition in China make him highly deserving. Strengthening global collaborations, patents, and leadership in large-scale projects would further solidify his profile for international-level awards.

Olena Goncharuk | Oxide and metal nanoparticles | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Olena Goncharuk |  Oxide and metal nanoparticles | Women Researcher Award

Senior research fellow at Ovcharenko Institute of Biocolloidal Chemistry of NAS of Ukraine, Ukraine

🌍 A leading chemist with expertise in surface chemistry and nanomaterials, this researcher has a distinguished career spanning over two decades. With a PhD (2006) and D.Sc. (2021) in Chemistry, their research focuses on the electrosurface and structural properties of nanooxides and hydrogels. As a senior researcher and professor, they actively contribute to international collaborations and groundbreaking projects, including NATO and EU-funded initiatives. Recognized with 175 publications, 85 indexed in Scopus/Web of Science, they have an H-index of 24 and 1,781 citations.

 

Publication Profile

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Education🎓 

1990-1996: Chemical Engineering, Kyiv Polytechnic Institute, Ukraine 1998-2004: Post-graduate studies, Chuiko Institute of Surface Chemistry2006: PhD in Chemistry, focus on Si, Ti, Al oxides m2021: D.Sc. in Chemistry, specializing in nanosized oxides and aqueous dispersions

Experience🧑‍🔬

1998-2004: Research Engineer, Chuiko Institute of Surface Chemistry2004-2018: Researcher & Senior Researcher, Chuiko Institut  2021-Present: Senior Researcher, F.D. Ovcharenko Institute of Biocolloidal Chemistry 2021-Present: Professor, Kyiv Polytechnic Institute 2023-Present: Specialist, Institute of Agrophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences

Awards & Honors🏆

2001: Presidential Award for Young Scientists, NAS of Ukraine  Numerous awards for contributions to nanoscale systems and materials 175 Publications: 85 in Scopus/Web of Science, 1,781 citations, H-index: 24 Recognized internationally for advancements in nanomaterials, sorption, and polymer composites

Research Focus🔬

Specializes in physical-chemical processes at solid/liquid interfaces  Studies adsorption, surface charge, and stability of nanooxide dispersions Develops hydrogels cross-linked with inorganic nanoparticles Focus on biocompatible hydrogels and sorption materials for prolonged release Explores how nanooxide synthesis methods influence dispersion properties

 

Publication  Top Notes

Nanocomposites for Medical and Environmental Applications:

Doxorubicin-loaded Fe₃O₄-Au Nanocomposite for magnetic nanotheranostics, emphasizing antitumor effects.

Green Synthesis of Cerium Oxide Nanoparticles using Magnolia kobus leaf extract for antibacterial applications.

Bioactive and Adsorptive Materials:

Bioactive Glass 60S Doped with La and Y demonstrating enhanced bioactivity under in vitro conditions.

Char Derived from Resorcinol–Formaldehyde Resin modified with metal oxide/silica nanocomposites for adsorption purposes.

Eco-Friendly Solutions for Heavy Metal Removal:

Comparative study between Na-X Zeolite and C/Mn/SiO₂ Composites for heavy metal adsorption, focusing on green synthesis methods.

Surface and Textural Studies:

MCM-41 Silicas with surface silanol and 3-chloropropyl groups synthesized via hybrid template-directed hydrothermal methods.

2D Nanostructured Carbons exploring the effects of oxidation and packing disordering on material properties.

Conclusion

This candidate is exceptionally qualified for the Women Researcher Award due to her transformative work in nanoscience, international research collaborations, and significant contributions to biocolloidal and hybrid material technologies. Strengthening her language skills and public engagement would further enhance her global impact, making her a well-rounded, inspiring figure in the scientific community.