Yong Zheng | Porous Organic Polymers | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Yong Zheng, china three gorges university, China.
Dr. Yong Zheng is an Assistant Professor at the College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University
. With a Ph.D. in Materials Science from Donghua University (2021) and research experience at Fudan University, his expertise lies in porous organic polymers, single-atom electrocatalysts, and heteroatom-doped carbons for energy applications
. He has received funding from prestigious foundations and published highly cited papers in leading journals
. Dr. Zheng previously served at Wuhan Textile University and has been recognized with numerous academic awards
. His research contributes significantly to sustainable energy and environmental advancements
.
Publication Profiles
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Education & Experience 

Bachelor’s Degree (2014) – Chemistry, China Three Gorges University
Master’s Degree (2017) – Organic Chemistry, Donghua University
Ph.D. (2021) – Materials Science, Donghua University
Visiting Researcher (2019-2021) – Fudan University, under Prof. Kai. A. I. Zhang
Assistant Professor (2017-2021) – Wuhan Textile University
Assistant Professor (2021-Present) – China Three Gorges University
Summary Suitability
Dr. Yong Zheng, an Assistant Professor at China Three Gorges University, is a highly accomplished researcher in materials science and energy-related electrocatalysis. Recognized for his groundbreaking work in porous organic polymers and advanced electrocatalytic materials, he has been a driving force in the development of COF, CTF, and CMP-based functional materials for energy and environmental applications. His research has garnered significant funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, and the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province. With over 20 high-impact publications, including multiple ESI Highly Cited and Hot Papers, Dr. Zheng’s contributions have had a profound impact on his field. His dedication to advancing materials chemistry and electrocatalysis makes him a highly deserving recipient of the Best Researcher Award.
Professional Development 

Dr. Yong Zheng’s academic journey is marked by extensive research in advanced materials and energy applications . He has secured funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, and the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province
. His contributions in porous organic polymers, electrocatalysis, and carbon-based materials have led to numerous highly cited publications
. He actively collaborates with global research communities, enhancing sustainable energy solutions
. As a recognized expert, Dr. Zheng has received multiple awards and scholarships for his innovative contributions to materials science and engineering
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Research Focus
Dr. Yong Zheng’s research focuses on porous organic polymers (COFs, CTFs, CMPs) and their applications in energy and environmental fields . He explores metal-free heteroatom-doped carbons for efficient electrocatalysis
, contributing to next-generation sustainable energy solutions. His expertise extends to single-atom electrocatalysts for energy-related reactions, addressing key challenges in renewable energy conversion
. His work integrates nanotechnology, catalysis, and polymer chemistry to develop functional materials for photo/electrochemical energy storage and conversion
. Dr. Zheng’s cutting-edge research plays a crucial role in advancing green technology and environmental sustainability
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Awards & Honors
Vice President of Science and Technology – Jiangsu Province, 2023
Postgraduate Comprehensive Scholarship – 2020
Outstanding Graduate of Shanghai – 2017
Outstanding Student Honor – 2016
“Hengyi” Enterprise Scholarship – 2016
Publications Top Noted
Small, 2025 – Self-Assembled Covalent Triazine Frameworks Derived N, S Co-Doped Carbon Nanoholes for Enhanced ORR & Zinc–Air Batteries
Nature Communications, 2025 – Excitonic Behavior in Single-Atom Covalent Organic Frameworks for Photo-Fenton-Like Pollutant Degradation
Chemical Engineering Journal, 2025 – Polyvinylimidazolium/Polyacrylonitrile Nanofiber Separator for Durable Lithium–Sulfur Batteries
Advanced Functional Materials, 2025 – Fabrication of Poly(N-vinyl imidazole)/Polyacrylonitrile Separator for Lithium–Sulfur Batteries
Advanced Energy Materials, 2025 – N, P, S Tri-Doped Nanofibers with Interpenetrated Pores for Enhanced ORR
Journal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids, 2025 – Viscous Solvent Effect on Fracture of Predamaged Double-Network Gels