Jian-Hong Tang | Bio-Imaging | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Jian-Hong Tang, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, China.

Jian-Hong Tang is an Assistant Professor at the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, specializing in advanced molecular systems for bio-imaging and responsive applications. With a Ph.D. in organic chemistry from the Institute of Chemistry, CAS, he has built a distinguished career spanning postdoctoral positions at Northwestern University and the University of Cincinnati, where he researched self-assembly, electrochemistry, and innovative bio-imaging techniques. Dr. Tang has published widely in prestigious journals like Nature Communications and Journal of the American Chemical Society. His research interests include magnetic resonance imaging, photocatalysis, and supramolecular electronics, contributing to advancements in sustainable technology and therapeutic innovation.

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Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Xiangtan University, 2009-2013
Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), 2013-2018
Visiting Scholar, The University of Utah, USA, 2017-2019
Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Cincinnati, USA, 2019-2021
Postdoctoral Fellow, Northwestern University, USA, 2021-2024
Assistant Professor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, PR China, 2024-present

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Jian-Hong Tang is an Assistant Professor at the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences with an impressive academic background in organic chemistry and postdoctoral training at Northwestern University and the University of Cincinnati. His research contributions span critical areas of chemical and biomedical science, including magnetic resonance imaging, photocatalysis, self-assembly, and smart-responsive polymers. His work focuses on designing and synthesizing molecular systems for innovative applications in bio-imaging, therapy, and sustainable catalysis, establishing him as a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Professional Development

Dr. Jian-Hong Tang has cultivated a diverse professional journey, contributing to leading-edge research and global collaborations . His postdoctoral experience at Northwestern University and the University of Cincinnati provided him with a deep understanding of self-assembly, enzyme-activated imaging, and coordination-driven materials . As an Assistant Professor, he continues to innovate in bio-imaging and photocatalytic research, integrating advanced techniques in electrochemistry and stimuli-responsive design . Dr. Tang’s multidisciplinary background and commitment to sustainable solutions position him as a valuable contributor to the scientific community, fostering future advancements in therapeutic applications and molecular engineering .

Research Focus

Dr. Tang’s research centers on developing stimuli-responsive and biologically relevant molecular systems . His work spans multiple domains, including molecular agents for bio-imaging, enzyme-activated probes for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and smart, responsive polymers for targeted therapeutic applications. His projects emphasize creating sustainable photocatalysis systems enabled by near-infrared light , focusing on energy-efficient, two-photon absorption technologies. Additionally, his investigations into supramolecular electronics, electrochromism, and self-assembly systems have implications in molecular electronics and renewable energy . Through these innovations, Dr. Tang aims to bridge advanced chemistry with applications in healthcare and environmental sustainability .

Awards and Honors

The Jieshijie Scholarship, May 2018
Institute of Chemistry Director Scholarship, May 2017
National Scholarship for Doctoral Candidates, October 2016
Institute of Chemistry Science Award for Young Talents, December 2016 & December 2015
Taifeng Technology Scholarship, March 2016
National Scholarship for Master’s Candidates, December 2014
Chinese Academy of Sciences Undergraduate Scholarship, March 2014
University of Chinese Academy of Sciences Merit Student, June 2014

Publications

Pyridine-terminated small molecular photocatalyst for water reduction – Chem (2024), cited by 2
Musculoskeletal imaging of senescence – Skeletal Radiology (2024), cited by 1
Recent advances in electrocatalytic organic transformations coupled with H₂ evolution – (2024)
Molecular engineering of self-immolative bioresponsive MR probes – Journal of the American Chemical Society (2023), cited by 18
Anthracene-Containing Metallacycles and Metallacages: Structures, Properties, and Applications – Inorganics (2022), cited by 5
Near-infrared light photocatalysis enabled by a ruthenium complex-integrated metal–organic framework via two-photon absorption – iScience (2022), cited by 9
Ultra-Sensitive MR Tracking of AAV Gene Therapy with Enzymatically Activated MR Probes – Molecular Therapy (2022)
Dual-Emissive Tris-Heteroleptic Ruthenium Complexes: Tuning the DNA-Triggered Ratiometric Emission Response by Ancillary Ligands – Inorganic Chemistry (2021), cited by 8
Anthracene–triphenylamine-based platinum (II) metallacages as synthetic light-harvesting assembly – Journal of the American Chemical Society (2021), cited by 85