Yanxiang Li | Photocatalysis | Best Researcher Award

Assoc.Prof.Dr. Yanxiang Li, Institute of Process Engineering, China.

Yanxiang Li is an Associate Professor and Graduate Supervisor at the Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). She has a strong academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry and Physics from the Institute of Chemistry, CAS. With experience as a Visiting Scholar at Stony Brook University, USA, and a postdoctoral researcher at the Suzhou Institute of Nanotechnology, CAS, Yanxiang specializes in the modification of biomass, photocatalysis, and separation technologies. Her work is recognized internationally for its innovative approach to sustainable processes and environmental protection. 

Publication profile

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Education and Experience

• 2005-2009: Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Institute of Chemistry, CAS 
• 2002-2005: Master’s in Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Hebei University 
• 1998-2002: Bachelor’s in Material Chemistry, Hebei University 
• 2012-Present: Associate Professor, Institute of Process Engineering, CAS 
• 2016-2017: Visiting Scholar, Stony Brook University, USA 
• 2009-2012: Postdoctoral Researcher, Suzhou Institute of Nanotechnology and Nano-Bionics, CAS 

Suitability For The Award

Associate Professor Yanxiang Li, a prominent researcher at the Institute of Process Engineering (IPE), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a solid academic background in polymer chemistry and material science, combined with extensive research experience in biomass modification, photocatalysis, and separation technologies, his work has made significant contributions to advancing sustainable and innovative materials and processes.

Professional Development 

Yanxiang Li has continually enhanced her expertise in polymer chemistry and sustainable engineering. Her research focuses on innovative methods for modifying biomass, enhancing photocatalytic processes, and improving separation technologies for energy and environmental applications. Her experience as a visiting scholar at Stony Brook University in the USA allowed her to collaborate with international researchers, contributing to global advancements in material chemistry and sustainable processes. Throughout her career, she has maintained a commitment to bridging the gap between scientific research and practical, environmentally-friendly applications. 

Research Focus 

Yanxiang Li’s research focuses on the modification of biomass for more efficient use, photocatalysis to improve energy conversion and environmental protection, and separation technologies aimed at advancing sustainable processes. Her work seeks to address global challenges in renewable energy, environmental sustainability, and resource efficiency by developing innovative materials and processes. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates material science, nanotechnology, and green chemistry to create solutions that contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable world. 

Awards and Honors

• 2024: Third Prize, Henan Science and Technology Progress Award 
• 2009: Ningbo Dacheng Scholarship 
• 2009: Director’s Scholarship, Institute of Chemistry, CAS 

Publications Top Notes

• “Candle soot-modified rPET electrospun nanofibrous membrane for separating on-demand oil-water mixture and emulsions,” Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2024,

• “An unmodified recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) nanofibrous membrane for water-in-oil and oil-in-water emulsions separation,” Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 2024, 696, 134335. (2 citations) 

• “One-step fabrication of OTS modified superhydrophobic cotton fabric and its efficient oil-water separation application,” Separation and Purification Technology, 2024, 340, 126760. (10 citations) 

• “Facile synthesis of PA photocatalytic membrane based on C-PANI@BiOBr heterostructures with enhanced photocatalytic removal of 17β-estradiol,” Chemical Engineering Journal, 2024, 490, 151617. (11 citations) 

• “Research progress on spinnable mesophase pitch,” Huagong Jinzhan/Chemical Industry and Engineering Progress, 2024,

• “Superhydrophilic and underwater superoleophobic PVDF-PES nanofibrous membranes for highly efficient surfactant-stabilized oil-in-water emulsions separation,” Journal of Membrane Science, 2023, 687, 122044. (21 citations)