Prof Dr. Ji-Young Shin | Organic Electrode Materials Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Ji-Young Shin | Organic Electrode Materials Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Ji-Young Shin , Nagoya University , Japan

Professor Ji-Young Shin is an esteemed researcher and educator at Nagoya University, specializing in the exploration of novel molecular structures and their applications. With a robust academic background from Kyoto University and extensive international research experience in Canada and Korea, Professor Shin’s work focuses on the electronic and magnetic properties of organic compounds, metal-organic complexes, and the synthesis of functional molecules such as polypyrrolyl oligomers and porphyrinoids. Her contributions to the field are marked by her deep understanding of molecular chemistry and spectroscopic analysis, reflected in her dedicated teaching of various advanced organic chemistry courses.

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Current Affiliation:

Professor, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University

Research Group:

Molecular Structures and Structural Dynamics

  • Natural molecular mimetic and Functional Molecular System
  • Electronic and Magnetic Properties of Organic Compounds and Metal-Organic Complexes
  • Exploration of Novel Functional Molecules Created with Polypyrrolyl Oligomers
  • Exploration of Novel Porphyrinoids and Their Applications

Education:

  • Doctor of Science (Kyoto University)
    Thesis: Exploration of the Chemistry of Expanded Porphyrins
    Supervisor: Professor Atsuhiro Osuka

Research History:

  • Sep. 2022 – Present: Professor, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Japan
  • Sep. 2017 – Aug. 2020: Designated Professor, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Japan
  • Sep. 2011 – Aug. 2017: Designated Associate Professor, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Japan
  • Sep. 2009 – Aug. 2011: Research Assistant Professor, Division of Advance Material Science, POSTECH, Korea
  • Jan. 2006 – Aug. 2009: Research Associate, Department of Chemistry, UBC, Canada
  • Nov. 2001 – Oct. 2004: Post-Doctoral Fellow, Department of Chemistry, UBC, Canada

Education History:

  • Apr. 1998 – Jul. 2001: Doctor Degree Course, Department of Chemistry, Kyoto University, Japan
  • Aug. 1995 – Aug. 1997: Master Degree Course, Department of Chemistry, Seoul Women’s University, Korea
  • Feb. 1991 – Feb. 1995: Bachelor Degree Course, Department of Chemistry, Seoul Women’s University, Korea

Instructing Courses:

  • Fundamentals of Chemistry 2
  • Organic Chemistry and Advanced Organic Chemistry (OC1, OC2, OC3, OC4)
  • Spectroscopic Analysis of Organic Molecules (OC5)
  • Core Organic Chemistry
Publications Top Notes 📄

Reactions of Antiaromatic Norcorrole Ni(II) Complex with Carbenes

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Dual-ion charge-discharge behaviors of Na-NiNc and NiNc-NiNc batteries

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Dual-Ion NiNc Battery: A Sustainable Revolution for Sodium Organic Batteries

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Octaphyrin(1.0.1.0.1.0.1.0) as an Organic Electrode for Li and Na Rechargeable Batteries

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Sufficiently Enriched Dual-Ion Batteries with Ferrocenyl Substituted Nickel(II) Norcorrole Organic Electrodes

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Dr. Di Zhang| Ferroelectrics Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Di Zhang| Ferroelectrics Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Di Zhang, Los Alamos National Laboratory , United States

Dr. Richard Zhang is a distinguished materials scientist specializing in the synthesis and characterization of advanced metal-oxide thin films. Currently a Director’s Postdoc Fellow at Los Alamos National Laboratory, he leads research on resistive switching mechanisms in oxide-based memristor devices using cutting-edge in-situ techniques. Richard’s expertise spans TEM microscopy, materials synthesis, and optical characterization, supported by extensive experience managing lab facilities and organizing international conferences. Recognized for his contributions with numerous awards, including the 2024 MRS Spring Meeting Best Poster Award, he continues to drive innovation in functional materials for next-generation electronics and energy applications. 🌟🔬

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EDUCATION BACKGROUND

  • Ph.D. in Materials Engineering, Purdue University, May 2021
  • M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Mar. 2017
  • B.E. in Materials Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, July 2013

WORKING EXPERIENCE

  • Director’s Postdoc Fellow, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Aug 2021 – present
  • Ph.D. Candidate, Purdue University, Sept. 2017 – May 2021
  • Master Student, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, April 2014 – Mar. 2017

RESEARCH FACILITIES & SKILLS

  • Microstructure characterization: TEM, FIB, Cryo-FIB, in situ (S)TEM heating/biasing, electron tomography, etc.
  • Materials synthesis: Pulsed laser deposition, RF Magnetron sputtering, etc.
  • Physical property measurement: PFM, Electrical four-point probe station, PPMS, etc.
  • Optical characterization: UV-Vis-NIR spectrophotometer, Spectroscopic ellipsometry, Raman spectroscopy, etc.
  • Simulation software: COMSOL Multiphysics, SRIM.
  • Analytical X-ray techniques: theta-2theta, rocking curve, RSM, etc.
  • Data analysis and visualization: Python (Spyder, Jupyter, Hyperspy), MATLAB, Office Suite, etc.

HONORS & AWARDS

  • 2024 Early Career Distinguished Presenter Award (MRS Society)
  • 2024 MRS Spring Meeting Best Poster Award (<1%, 5 out of 500+) (MRS Society)
  • 2021 Director’s Postdoctoral Fellowship (Los Alamos National Laboratory)
  • 2021 Outstanding Graduate Student Research Award (Purdue University)
  • 2021 MRS Spring Meeting Science as Art Competition Finalist (MRS Society)
  • and more…

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Grants and Proposals Writing Experience
  • Lab Facilities Management
  • User Facilities Accesses
  • Professional Organizations: MRS, MSA, APS, ACerS
  • Conference Organizing Experience

SELECTED CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS

  • Various presentations at prestigious conferences

Guest Editors Experience

  • Editor for MRS Advances and Crystals (MDPI)

Papers Reviewing Experience

  • Reviewer for numerous peer-reviewed journals

TEACHING & MENTORING EXPERIENCE

  • Graduate Teaching Assistant at Purdue University
  • Mentored numerous students in research

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