Bolong Yang | Catalysts | Best Researcher Award

Dr.Bolong Yang , Xi’an Polytechnic University , China.

Dr.Bolong Yang is a Ph.D. researcher in Chemical Engineering at Beijing University of Chemical Technology . A dedicated member of the Communist Party of China , he focuses on developing advanced oxygen reduction catalysts and optimizing membrane electrodes for fuel cells . With a strong background in physical chemistry and applied chemistry, he has published multiple high-impact research papers . Under the guidance of Professor Zhonghua Xiang, Bolong has made significant contributions to sustainable energy solutions, particularly in electrocatalysis and polymer electrolyte fuel cells .

Publication Profile

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Education & Experience

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Technology (2020 – Present) – Beijing University of Chemical Technology
- Research: Fuel cell cathode catalysts & three-phase interface in membrane electrodes
- Advisor: Professor Xiang Zhonghua
Master’s in Physical Chemistry (2017 – 2020) – Northwest University
- Research: MOF-derived materials in supercapacitors
- Advisor: Professor Li Zuoxi
Bachelor’s in Applied Chemistry (2013 – 2017) – Xi’an University of Arts and Science

Suitability Summary

Dr. Bolong Yang, a distinguished researcher in fuel cell technology and energy storage materials, has made groundbreaking contributions to the development of catalysts for high-performance fuel cells and rechargeable zinc-air batteries. His research has been widely recognized in top-tier journals such as Advanced Materials, ACS Nano, and Nano Energy, demonstrating his expertise in catalyst design, electrocatalysis, and nanostructure engineering. His significant contributions to oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) catalysts and membrane electrode interface engineering make him a prime candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Professional Development

Dr. Bolong Yang is actively engaged in cutting-edge fuel cell research, specializing in the design of high-performance catalysts for sustainable energy applications . His expertise spans from covalent organic polymers and atomically dispersed metal sites to nanostructure engineering in membrane electrode assemblies . With multiple high-impact publications in Advanced Materials, Nano Energy, and ACS Nano, he contributes significantly to green energy advancements . Collaborating with leading experts, he develops novel electrocatalysts that enhance energy efficiency and durability in proton exchange membrane fuel cells , pushing the frontiers of clean energy technology .

Research Focus

Dr. Bolong Yang research is centered on fuel cell electrocatalysis and energy storage . His work explores the development of high-efficiency oxygen reduction catalysts using covalent organic frameworks, single-atom catalysts, and nanostructured materials . He also investigates the controllable construction of the three-phase interface in membrane electrodes, enhancing proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) performance . His earlier work on MOF-derived materials for supercapacitors paved the way for his current contributions to sustainable energy solutions . Through innovative catalyst design, he aims to improve energy conversion efficiency and reduce reliance on precious metals .

Awards & Honors

Published multiple high-impact Q1 journal papers in Advanced Materials, Nano Energy, and ACS Nano
Recognized for contributions to electrocatalysis and fuel cell technology
Active researcher under Professor Zhonghua Xiang, contributing to major advancements in energy technology
Developed innovative electrocatalysts that enhance the efficiency of polymer electrolyte fuel cells
Received multiple research grants and project funding for sustainable energy studies

Publication Top Notes

Porous Covalent Organic Polymer Coordinated Single Co Site Nanofibers for Efficient Oxygen-Reduction Cathodes in Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells – Advanced Materials (2023) | Cited by: TBD

A Highly Efficient Axial Coordinated CoN₅ Electrocatalyst via Pyrolysis-Free Strategy for Alkaline Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells – Nano Energy (2022) | Cited by: TBD

Nanostructure Engineering of Cathode Layers in Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells: From Catalysts to Membrane Electrode Assembly – ACS Nano (2024) | Cited by: TBD

Atomically Dispersed Isolated Fe-Ce Dual-Metal-Site Catalysts for Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells – ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces (2023) | Cited by: TBD

Secondary Reduction Strategy Synthesis of Pt-Co Nanoparticle Catalysts Towards Boosting the Activity of Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells – Particuology (2023) | Cited by: TBD

Material Design and Catalyst-Membrane Electrode Interface Engineering for High-Performance Rechargeable Zinc-Air Batteries – Energy Storage Materials (2025) | Cited by: TBD

Immobilization of Snailase and β-Glucosidase on L-Aspartic Acid-Modified Magnetic Amorphous ZIF for Efficiently and Sustainably Producing Ginsenoside Compound K – International Journal of Biological Macromolecules (2025) | Cited by: TBD .

Dr . Chuanming Zhang| Heterogeneous catalysis award | Best Researcher Award

Dr . Chuanming Zhang , Heterogeneous catalysis , China

Chuanming Zhang, born on January 17, 1994, in China, is currently pursuing a Doctoral degree at Xiamen University in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering under the guidance of Hongping Zhu (09/2020 – 06/2024). He previously earned a Master’s degree from Shihezi University (09/2016 – 06/2019) under the advisement of Jinli Zhang, and a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Qingdao University (09/2012 – 06/2016). His research focuses on designing and preparing stable catalysts for various hydrogenation reactions, including the transformation of 3-hydroxy-2-methylpyridine (3-HMP) to 1,3-propanediol (1,3-PDO) and the hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate (DMO) to methyl glycolate (MG) using Ru-based catalysts. Through the selection of metal promoters and auxiliary metals, he aims to improve catalyst efficiency and lifespan, ultimately achieving high selectivity and yield in these hydrogenation processes.

🎓 Education

Doctoral Degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
09/2020 – 06/2024
Xiamen University
Advisor: Hongping Zhu

Master’s Degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
09/2016 – 06/2019
Shihezi University
Advisor: Jinli Zhang

Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering
09/2012 – 06/2016
Qingdao University

🔬 Research Experience

Research on Catalysts for the Hydrogenation of 3-HMP to 1,3-PDO

Focus: Design and preparation of highly stable catalysts for the hydrogenation of 3-hydroxy-2-methylpyridine (3-HMP) to 1,3-propanediol (1,3-PDO).
Key Areas:
- Effect of support on the catalytic performance of Cu/SiO2 catalyst in the hydrogenation of 3-HMP.
- Investigation of Cu-In/SiO2 catalyst for the hydrogenation of 3-HMP.
- Design and preparation of low-temperature, high-efficiency catalysts for the hydrogenation of 3-HMP.

Research on Ru-based Catalysts for Selective Hydrogenation of DMO to MG

Focus: Hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate (DMO) to methyl glycolate (MG) using Ru-based catalysts.
Key Areas:
- Application and deactivation study of Ru/SiO2 catalyst in the hydrogenation of DMO to MG.
- Effects of auxiliary metal modification on Ru/SiO2 catalysts in the hydrogenation of DMO to MG.
- Design and application of long-life Ru-based catalysts for selective hydrogenation of DMO.

Publication Top Notes :

Selective hydrogenation of methyl 3-hydroxypropionate over zirconium-modified Cu/SiO₂ catalysts

Catalytic performance of La-modified Cu/SiO₂ in the hydrogenation of methyl acetate

Highly efficient iodine uptake and iodate selective probe in a 3D honeycomb-like copper-organic framework based on in situ ligand transformation