Chao Wang | Biomass Material | Young Researcher Award

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Chao Wang | Biomass Material | Young Researcher Award

Dr. Chao Wang , Harbin Engineering university, Yantai Research Institute , China.

Chao Wang 🎓🔬 is an Associate Professor at Harbin Engineering University, specializing in polymer membranes for water treatment and biomass material applications. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Technology (2021) and a Master’s in Polymer Chemistry and Physics (2016) from Harbin Institute of Technology, following a Bachelor’s in Material Chemistry from Northeast Forestry University. Her research focuses on developing natural-product-derived membranes for molecular separation and wastewater treatment. As the leader of multiple funded projects, she has published high-impact SCI papers in top journals. 📚🌱 Her work contributes to sustainable and efficient membrane technologies. 🌍💧

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Education & Work Experience 📚💼

  • 2016.09 – 2021.09 | Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering & Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology 🎓

  • 2015.09 – 2016.09 | Master’s in Polymer Chemistry & Physics, Harbin Institute of Technology 🧪

  • 2011 – 2015 | Bachelor’s in Material Chemistry, Northeast Forestry University 🏛️

  • 2021.11 – Present | Associate Professor, Harbin Engineering University 👩‍🏫

Suitability Summary

Dr. Chao Wang is an outstanding young researcher in the field of polymer chemistry and membrane technology, making significant contributions to sustainable water treatment and advanced membrane materials. Her research focuses on developing biomass-derived membranes, antibacterial thin films, and high-efficiency dye removal membranes, which have broad applications in environmental protection and industrial water purification. With an impressive portfolio of high-impact SCI publications, leadership in multiple research projects, and groundbreaking advancements in polymer-based separation technologies, Dr. Wang exemplifies the qualities of an innovative and influential scientist, making her a deserving candidate for the Young Researcher Award.

Professional Development 📈🔬

Chao Wang is deeply engaged in polymer chemistry and membrane technology research. Her work focuses on polymer membranes for efficient water treatment, incorporating natural biomaterials for enhanced separation performance. 🌱💧 She leads multiple funded projects, including the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation and Yantai Science & Technology Innovation programs. As a prolific researcher, she has published in high-impact journals like Chemical Engineering Journal and Journal of Membrane Science. 📄✨ Her contributions advance sustainable membrane technologies, offering innovative solutions for environmental challenges. 🌍🔍

Research Focus 🏗️🔬

Chao Wang’s research primarily revolves around polymer membranes for water treatment, molecular separation, and biomass material applications. 🌿💧 Her work aims to develop next-generation membranes with enhanced selectivity and efficiency, utilizing bio-based components for sustainable solutions. She explores lignin-based membranes, nanochannel structures, and surface modifications to improve filtration performance. 🏭🔍 Her studies contribute to industries requiring high-performance membranes, such as wastewater treatment, dye removal, and chemical separation. 🚰🔬 Through innovative polymer engineering, she advances eco-friendly and cost-effective filtration technologies for global water sustainability. 🌎♻️

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️

  • Project Leader | Youth Fund Project of Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation 🎓

  • Project Leader | Fundamental Research Projects of Science & Technology Innovation and Development Plan in Yantai 🏛️

  • Project Leader | Yantai Science and Technology Innovation Assistance for New Kinetic Energy Open Research Topics 🏆

  • Published in Top SCI Journals | Chemical Engineering Journal, Journal of Membrane Science, Polymer 📄🔥

 Publication Top Notes

1️⃣ Wang, C., Lu, Y., Chu, P., He, T., Liu, L., & Zhang, C. (2025). Design of intrinsically antibacterial thin film composite membrane based on natural material for efficient molecular sieving. Separation and Purification Technology, 355:129798. (Cited by: 1) 📄🔬

2️⃣ Wang, C., Chen, R., Liu, W., Li, Y., & Wang, J. (2025). Electron-Withdrawing Effects for Tailoring Oxidative-Stress-Mediated Coating in Marine Antifouling. ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces. (Cited by: -) 🌊🦠

3️⃣ Wang, C., Zhang, W., Zhang, C., Xu, H., Liu, L., & Zhang, C. (2022). Natural-product-derived membranes for high-efficiency anionic dye removal. Journal of Membrane Science, 663:121061. (Cited by: -) 🌱💧

4️⃣ Wang, C., Zhang, J., Liu, C., Song, X., & Zhang, C. (2021). Wood-inspired preparation of ligninsulfonate/trimesoylchloride nanofilm with a highly negatively charged surface for removing anionic dyes. Chemical Engineering Journal, 412:128609. (Cited by: -) 🌳🧪

5️⃣ Wang, C., Zhang, J., Liu, C., Song, X., & Zhang, C. (2021). Ligninsulfonate/trimesoylchloride nanocomposite membrane with transmembrane nanochannels via bionic cell membrane for molecular separation. Journal of Membrane Science, 628:119741. (Cited by: -) 🏗️🧫

6️⃣ Wang, C., Song, X., Liu, Y., & Zhang, C. (2021). PVC-g-PVP amphiphilic polymer synthesis by ATRP and its membrane separation property for silicone-containing wastewater. Polymer, 229:123965. (Cited by: -) 🏭💡

Mr. Tesfaye Kassaw Bedru | Biorefinery | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Tesfaye Kassaw Bedru | Biorefinery | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tesfaye Kassaw Bedru , Addis Ababa University , Ethiopia.

Mr. Tesfaye Kassaw Bedru is an accomplished Chemical Engineer from Ethiopia with expertise in process engineering, biorefinery, bio-based membranes, and waste management. With a passion for environmental sustainability and rural development, he has demonstrated academic excellence and strong leadership in research and education. Holding M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Chemical Engineering, as well as an M.A. in Project Management and Finance, he has contributed significantly to wastewater treatment and biomass conversion. Currently serving as the Process Engineering Stream Head at Wollo University, he is dedicated to fostering innovation in sustainable engineering solutions. 🌱🔬

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Education & Experience 🎓📚

✅ M.Sc. in Chemical (Process) Engineering (2018) – Addis Ababa University 🏅
🔹 GPA: 3.79/4.0 (Graduated with Honors)
🔹 Thesis: Pulp synthesis from agricultural waste biomass (Rank: Excellent)

✅ B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering (2016) – Jimma University 🏆
🔹 GPA: 3.81/4.0 (Graduated with Honors)
🔹 Research: Conversion of agricultural waste biomass to bio-products
🔹 Ranked 1st in graduating class & best research project

✅ M.A. in Project Management and Finance (2022) – Jimma University 📊

✅ Process Engineering Stream Head (2019–Present) – Wollo University 🏫
🔹 Leads faculty in teaching and research development
🔹 Optimizes curriculum relevance to industry needs

Suitability Summary

Mr. Tesfaye Kassaw Bedru is a distinguished researcher and academic leader whose contributions to biorefinery, bio-based membranes, sustainable waste management, and environmental sustainability have significantly impacted the field of chemical engineering. His extensive research on biomass conversion, organosolv fractionation, and bio-based product development demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Professional Development 🚀📖

Mr. Tesfaye Kassaw Bedru is committed to continuous learning and professional growth in Chemical Engineering and sustainable development. He has actively participated in various training programs, workshops, and academic collaborations to advance his expertise in process optimization, biorefinery, and environmental sustainability. His leadership role at Wollo University allows him to mentor students and faculty, fostering innovation in waste management and bio-based materials. Through his research, he aims to develop eco-friendly solutions for industrial processes, contributing to Ethiopia’s sustainable development goals. His passion for academia and industry collaboration drives his pursuit of impactful engineering solutions. 🌍♻️

Research Focus 🔬🌱

Mr. Tesfaye Kassaw Bedru specializes in biorefinery, bio-based membranes, wastewater treatment, and environmental sustainability. His research explores innovative ways to convert agricultural waste into valuable bio-products, optimizing renewable resources for industrial applications. He is particularly interested in developing eco-friendly membranes for water purification and sustainable waste management techniques to reduce environmental impact. His work integrates chemical process engineering with green technology to support rural development and circular economy principles. By bridging research and practical applications, he contributes to advancing cleaner production methods and resource-efficient solutions in Ethiopia and beyond. 🌎💧

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️

✅ Graduated with Honors (M.Sc. & B.Sc.) – Addis Ababa & Jimma University 🎓🏅
✅ Ranked 1st in B.Sc. graduating class – Jimma University 🏆
✅ Best Final-Year Research Project Award – Jimma University 🔬🎖️
✅ Thesis Ranked “Excellent” (M.Sc.) – Addis Ababa University ⭐
✅ Recognized for Academic Excellence & Leadership – Wollo University 🎯💡

Publication Top Notes

  • 📖 “Efficient Biomass Fractionation via Organosolv for Sustainable Bioenergy Production: A Comprehensive Review” (2025) | 🌿♻️ 🔬 DOI: 10.1155/ijce/3120449

  • 📖 “A Preliminary Investigation of Banana Pseudo-Stem (Musa cavendish) for Pulp and Paper Production: Morphology, Chemical Composition, FTIR, XRD, and Thermogravimetric Analysis” (2024) | 🍌📄 🏭 DOI: 10.1515/npprj-2024-0043

  • 📖 “Extraction of Argemone ochroleuca Seeds Oil and Parametric Optimization for Biodiesel and Epoxy Oil Production” (2024) | 🌱⛽⚗️ DOI: 10.1007/s13399-024-05874-x

 

Rui Filipe Lobo | Clean Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Rui Filipe Lobo | Clean Energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Rui Filipe Lobo, NOVA School of Science & Technology/NOVA University of Lisbon, Portugal

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Education and Experience

  • Ph.D. in Physics from NOVA University of Lisbon 🌌.
  • Habilitation in NanoEngineering from NOVA University of Lisbon 🧪.
  • Degree in Chemical Engineering from Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon ⚛️.
  • Head of N2E Laboratory at NOVA Caparica Campus, focusing on nanophysics, nanotechnology, and clean energy 🌱.
  • Senior Member of the Department of Physics and senior researcher of CTS-Uninova, NOVA University of Lisbon 🔬.
  • Visiting Fellow at institutions like Max Planck Institute, Rice University, and Osaka University 🌎.

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Rui Filipe Lobo is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his impactful research in nanophysics, nanotechnology, and clean energy solutions. His work as the head of the Nanophysics/Nanotechnology and Energy (N2E) Laboratory at the NOVA School of Science and Technology demonstrates his leadership in pioneering sustainable and hydrogen-based energy research. Dr. Lobo’s contributions to hydrogen technology and decarbonization underscore his commitment to addressing global energy challenges through advanced nanotechnology.

Professional Development 

Awards and Honors 

  • Chairman and Organizer of multiple international conferences on nanotechnology 🌐.
  • Senior Member of the Engineers National Order, with numerous scientific committee roles in molecular beams and nanotechnology ⚙️.
  • Portuguese Hydrogen Association Supervisory Board Member and co-author of the Lisbon Statement on Clean Energy 🇵🇹.
  • Member of the European Clean Hydrogen Alliance, contributing to policy and research development in clean energy 💡.
  • US Patent Holder: “Polyol Functionalized Water Soluble Carbon Nanostructures,” awarded in 2013 📜.

Publications

  • 📘 “A Brief on Nano-Based Hydrogen Energy Transition” – Lobo, R.F.M., 2023, Hydrogen, 4(3), pp. 679–693. Cited by: 1
  • 📕 “Advanced Topics in Contemporary Physics for Engineering: Nanophysics, Plasma Physics, and Electrodynamics” – Lobo, R.F.M., Pinheiro, M.J., 2022, 1–359. Cited by: 3
  • 📄 “Hydrogen Uptake and Release in Carbon Nanotube Electrocatalysts” – Lobo, R., Ribeiro, J., Inok, F., 2021, Nanomaterials, 11(4), 975. Cited by: 11
  • 📄 “Hydrogen Nanometrology in Advanced Carbon Nanomaterial Electrodes” – Lobo, R., Alvarez, N., Shanov, V., 2021, Nanomaterials, 11(5), 1079. Cited by: 3
  • 📄 “Tailoring Physical Properties of Carbon Nanotube Threads During Assembly” – Alvarez, N.T., et al., 2019, Carbon, 144, pp. 55–62. Cited by: 28
  • 📑 “Improving the Unreasonable University” – Alonso, M.P., Pinheiro, M.J., Lobo, R.F.M., 2018, CISPEE 2018. Cited by: 0
  • 📄 “Dust Deposition from Air with Anomalous Characteristics” – Lobo, R.F.M., 2017, Rendiconti Lincei, 28(4), pp. 623–633. Cited by: 1