Mr. Tao Song | Physical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Tao Song is a researcher specializing in electrochemistry, functional organic materials, and surface engineering, with a particular focus on electroplating additives and structure–property relationships. The author has published 8 peer-reviewed research articles, receiving 30 citations with an h-index of 3, reflecting steady academic impact in applied electrochemical science. Research contributions include the design and characterization of imidazole-based and Schiff base derivatives for microvia copper electroplating, advancing performance control and process reliability. Collaborative work with 20 co-authors demonstrates strong interdisciplinary engagement across materials chemistry and electroanalysis. The research supports technological innovation in electronic manufacturing, contributing to improved efficiency, material utilization, and sustainable surface treatment processes with relevance to industrial and societal applications.