Gen Luo | Computational organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award Posted on 25/02/202526/02/2025 by chemical Scientist Prof. Gen Luo | Computational organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award Professor at , Anhui University, China. Prof. Gen Luo π is a distinguished researcher in computational organic and organometallic chemistry at Anhui University, China π¨π³. He earned his Ph.D. in 2015 from Dalian University of Technology and further honed his expertise as a postdoctoral fellow at RIKEN, Japan π―π΅. His groundbreaking work focuses on mechanistic studies of homogeneous reactions using DFT calculations π§ͺ. With over 90 publications in top-tier journals like Nature and JACS, he has significantly contributed to rare-earth catalysis and small molecule activation. Recognized globally π, he received the prestigious Thieme Chemistry Journals Award in 2025 π. Professional Profile Scopus Orcid Suitability for the Researcher Award Prof. Gen Luo is a highly accomplished researcher in computational organic and organometallic chemistry π§ͺ. His expertise in DFT-based mechanistic studies and catalysis has led to numerous high-impact publications in top-tier journals like Nature, JACS, and Angewandte Chemie π. His H-index of 26 and 2,230 citations π reflect his global recognition and research impact. EducationΒ π Ph.D. in Chemistry (2015) β Dalian University of Technology (DUT), China π¨π³ Supervised by Prof. Yi Luo Experience πΌ Postdoctoral Fellow (2016-2017) β RIKEN, Japan π―π΅ Worked under Prof. Zhaomin Hou on rare-earth catalysis Associate Professor (2017-2019) β Dalian University of Technology (DUT), China π¨π³ Full Professor (2019-Present) β Anhui University, China π¨π³ Research focus: Mechanistic studies of homogeneous reactions using DFT calculations π§ͺ Visiting Scientist β RIKEN, Japan π―π΅ Professional Development ππ Prof. Gen Luo π has continuously advanced in the field of computational organic and organometallic chemistry. As a Young Editorial Board Member of Chinese Chemical Letters π, he actively contributes to scientific publishing. With an H-index of 26 and over 2,230 citations π, his research is widely recognized. He has completed two major research projects and is currently leading another π¬. His global collaborations, including work at RIKEN, Japan π―π΅, have enriched his expertise. Honored with the Thieme Chemistry Journals Award (2025) π, he remains committed to groundbreaking discoveries in catalysis and small molecule activation βοΈ. Research Focus ππ€ Prof. Gen Luoβs research focuses on computational organic and organometallic chemistry π§ͺ, particularly in DFT-based mechanistic studies of homogeneous reactions. His work explores catalysis βοΈ, small molecule activation, and reaction mechanism design. He has significantly contributed to rare-earth catalysis π¬, developing innovative models like the dynamic ligand equilibrium model and revealing new axial chirality control mechanisms π. His studies provide insights into chemical bond activation and rational catalyst design ποΈ. By integrating theoretical calculations with experimental chemistry π₯οΈ, he advances the understanding of reaction pathways, pushing the boundaries of modern computational chemistry π. Awards & Honors π ποΈ Thieme Chemistry Journals Award (2025) π β Recognized for outstanding contributions to chemistry research. Young Editorial Board Member π β Chinese Chemical Letters, contributing to scientific publishing. Over 90 Publications in Prestigious Journals π° β Including Nature, Science, JACS, and Angewandte Chemie. H-Index: 26 π β With 2,230 citations (as of 2025), reflecting high research impact. Successful Research Leadership π¬ β Completed two major research projects and leading another in computational chemistry. Publication Top Notes: “Theoretical Insights into Rare-Earth-Catalyst-Controlled Diastereo- and Enantioselective [3 + 2] Annulation of Aromatic Aldimines with Styrenes” β Inorganic Chemistry, 2025 π, 0 citations π’ “Cobalt-Catalyzed Chemoselective Ο-Ο-Ο-Type Tandem Reductive Coupling to Access Isoquinolines via Carbocobaltation of Nitriles” β ACS Catalysis, 2025 βοΈ, 0 citations π¬ “Enantioselective [3+2] Annulation of Aldimines with Alkynes by Scandium-Catalyzed CβH Activation” β Angewandte Chemie – International Edition, 2025 π, 1 citation π “Atroposelective Synthesis of Axially Chiral Indolizinylpyrroles by Catalytic Asymmetric Paal-Knorr Reaction” β Chemical Communications, 2024 π§ͺ, 0 citations π “Palladium-Catalyzed Asymmetric Larock Isoquinoline Synthesis to Access Axially Chiral 3,4-Disubstituted Isoquinolines” β Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS), 2024 π¬, 1 citation π “Chemoselective C(sp2)βC(sp2) Doubly Decarbonylative Cross-Electrophile Coupling Enabled by Palladium Catalysis: Reaction Development and Mechanism Studies” β Journal of Catalysis, 2024 ποΈ, 2 citations π Β π Conclusion: Prof. Gen Luoβs pioneering research, global influence, and outstanding publication record make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His innovative approaches in catalysis and reaction mechanisms continue to shape the future of chemistry π.
Ph.D. in Chemistry (2015) β Dalian University of Technology (DUT), China π¨π³ Supervised by Prof. Yi Luo Experience πΌ Postdoctoral Fellow (2016-2017) β RIKEN, Japan π―π΅ Worked under Prof. Zhaomin Hou on rare-earth catalysis Associate Professor (2017-2019) β Dalian University of Technology (DUT), China π¨π³ Full Professor (2019-Present) β Anhui University, China π¨π³ Research focus: Mechanistic studies of homogeneous reactions using DFT calculations π§ͺ Visiting Scientist β RIKEN, Japan π―π΅