Prof. Zhiwu Liang | CO₂ capture | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zhiwu Liang | CO₂ capture | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Zhiwu Liang, Zhiwu Liang, Professor, Hunan University, China

🌍 Prof. Zhiwu Liang is a distinguished professor at Hunan University, specializing in CO₂ capture and conversion. He has over 30 years of academic and industrial experience, contributing to over 50 research projects, 326 journal publications, 54 patents, and 3 books. Prof. Liang’s research focuses on developing efficient chemical solvents and looping strategies to minimize CO₂ emissions in heavy industries. He has held key academic positions at Hunan University and the University of Regina, and his innovations have significantly advanced green and low-carbon systems. His work combines fundamental research with industrial applications, positioning him as a leader in sustainable energy solutions. 🌿🔬

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Prof. Zhiwu Liang is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his remarkable contributions to CO₂ capture and conversion over a career spanning more than 30 years. His research has significantly advanced both the theoretical and applied aspects of sustainable energy solutions, particularly in reducing carbon emissions from heavy industries. His extensive publication record, patents, and leadership in international collaborations reflect his profound impact on the field of environmental and chemical engineering.

🎓 Education and Experience

  • 👨‍🎓 Engineering – Sixth Institute of China National Nuclear Corporation (1985–1994)
  • 👨‍🏫 Associate Professor – Hunan University (1994–2003)
  • 🌍 Associate Professor – University of Regina (2003–2020)
  • 👨‍🔬 Professor – Hunan University (2011–Present)

🚀 Professional Development

Prof. Liang’s expertise in CO₂ capture and conversion spans over three decades. His research focuses on developing efficient, low-cost solvents and sorbents, enhancing industrial CO₂ capture systems, and establishing pilot plants for large-scale applications. He has led over 50 research projects, published 326 papers in leading journals, and holds 54 patents. His innovative strategies have contributed to the development of low-carbon industrial processes, reducing environmental impact and improving sustainability. Prof. Liang also serves on the editorial boards of five journals and collaborates with over ten international institutions to drive advancements in carbon capture technologies. 🌍💡

🔬 Research Focus

Prof. Liang’s research focuses on CO₂ capture and conversion using chemical solvents and chemical looping strategies. His work includes developing efficient, low-cost, and stable solvents and sorbents, identifying reaction mechanisms, and designing effective devices for large-scale CO₂ capture. He aims to establish green, low-carbon systems with minimal exergy and cost penalties, advancing CO₂ capture technology for industrial applications. His research has led to the development of pilot plants for real-world CO₂ capture, providing sustainable solutions for heavy-emission industries and contributing to the global effort to combat climate change. 🌿⚗️🔬

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • 🏅 Best Researcher Award – Nominee
  • 🏅 Over 326 Publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals
  • 📚 Authored 3 Books with ISBN numbers
  • 🌍 54 Patents – Published and under process
  • 🏆 Consulted for 10+ industry projects
  • 🌍 5 Editorial Appointments in reputed journals
  • 🤝 10+ International Collaborations

Publication Top Notes:

  • Study on artificial neural networks and structure–activity relationship for constructing viscosity correlations of amine aqueous solutions based on chemical structure information  🤖🧪💧
  • Low concentration Ni doping to intensify redox kinetics of iron-based oxygen carriers for efficient chemical looping reverse water gas shift🔋🌡️🧪
  • Enhancing CO2 capture performance by changing membrane fiber arrangement in multi-fiber membrane contactors  🌍🧪💨
  • Steel slag derived oxygen carriers and solid sorbents for chemical looping CO2 capture: A mini review  🏭🧪💨
  • Energy efficient ternary 2-amino-2-methyl-1-propanol, piperazine, and triethanolamine blend for post-combustion carbon capture 🌍🧪🫧

 

 

Shyamapada Nandi | Porous materials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Shyamapada Nandi | Porous materials | Best Researcher Award

Asst. Professor at Vellore Institute of Technology Chennai at India.

Dr. Shyamapada Nandi is an Assistant Professor at the Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) in Chennai, India. He is an esteemed researcher in the field of porous materials, focusing on their design, synthesis, and applications in various industries. With significant contributions to materials science, Dr. Nandi has earned recognition for his innovative research and impactful work. His dedication to advancing knowledge in the field has led to him receiving the Best Researcher Award, underscoring his excellence in both academic and practical advancements.

 

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Dr. Shyamapada Nandi earned his PhD in Materials Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune in 2018, where he focused on the design of ultra-microporous Metal Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for selective CO2 capture. Prior to that, he completed his MSc in Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, graduating with top honors in 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Vivekananda Mahavidyalaya under the University of Burdwan, West Bengal.

Work Experience 💼.

Dr. Nandi is currently an Assistant Professor at the Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai, India. He has extensive postdoctoral research experience, having worked at prestigious institutions such as the University of Ottawa, University of Montpellier, and the Institute of Porous Materials (IMAP) in Paris. As a CNRS Research Engineer, he worked on European projects including ‘MOF4AIR’ and collaborated with TOTAL Energy for the development of MOFs for clean and sustainable energy applications.

Research Focus 🧪🔬

Dr. Nandi’s research expertise is centered on the synthesis and application of porous materials, including Metal Organic Frameworks (MOFs), Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs), and Porous Organic Polymers (POPs). His work focuses on gas separation, water purification, catalysis, and electrocatalysis, with particular attention to CO2 capture, air purification, and sustainable energy applications. He has contributed significantly to the scale-up of MOFs and their integration into industrial applications.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Nandi has received several prestigious awards and scholarships throughout his academic career, including the INSPIRE Scholarship, ONGC Scholarship, and the Prime Minister Fellowship for Doctoral Studies. He has also been honored with the best research awards in recognition of his contributions to the field of materials science.

Skills 🛠️

Dr. Nandi is highly skilled in various characterization and analytical techniques including Single Crystal and Powder X-ray Diffraction (SCXRD/PXRD), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), surface area and porosity analysis, electrochemical studies, and electron microscopy techniques (SEM, TEM, AFM). He is also experienced in advanced computational techniques for simulating material properties using software like Materials Studio and Gaussian. His proficiency extends to the design and optimization of MOFs and COFs for diverse applications, particularly in catalysis and energy storage.

Publications 📚

  • Efficient iodine sequestration by chemically robust CC bonded hyper-crosslinked porous organic polymers
    Authors: G. Mayakannan, R. Karthikkumar, H.D. Singh, D. Chakraborty, S. Nandi
    Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal Advances
    Citation: 100700
    Year: 2025
  • Selective electroreduction of CO2 to value-added C1 and C2 products using MOF and COF-based catalysts
    Authors: H.D. Singh, R. Misra, S. Sarkar, D. Chakraborty, S. Nandi
    Journal: Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials
    Citation: 7(6), 209
    Year: 2024
  • A Scalable Robust Microporous Al‐MOF for Post‐Combustion Carbon Capture
    Authors: B. Chen, D. Fan, R.V. Pinto, I. Dovgaliuk, S. Nandi, D. Chakraborty, …
    Journal: Advanced Science
    Citation: 2401070
    Year: 2024
  • When Polymorphism in Metal–Organic Frameworks Enables Water Sorption Profile Tunability for Enhancing Heat Allocation and Water Harvesting Performance
    Authors: T.J. Matemb Ma Ntep, M. Wahiduzzaman, E. Laurenz, I. Cornu, …
    Journal: Advanced Materials
    Citation: 36(12), 2211302
    Year: 2024
  • An intrinsically zwitter-ionic COF: a carboxylic acid and pseudo-tetrahedral sp3 nitrogen functionalized covalent organic framework with potential for humidity sensing
    Authors: S. Nandi, H.D. Singh, P. Shekhar, D. Chakraborty, R. Kushwaha, …
    Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
    Citation: 12(5), 2839-2847
    Year: 2024
  • Peptide hydrogen-bonded organic frameworks
    Authors: T. Vijayakanth, S. Dasgupta, P. Ganatra, S. Rencus-Lazar, A.V. Desai, …
    Journal: Chemical Society Reviews
    Year: 2024
  • Metal-driven folding and assembly of a minimal β-sheet into a 3D-porous honeycomb framework
    Authors: N. Bajpayee, S. Pophali, T. Vijayakanth, S. Nandi, A.V. Desai, V. Kumar, …
    Journal: Chemical Communications
    Citation: 60(19), 2621-2624
    Year: 2024
  • A robust ultra-microporous cationic aluminum-based metal-organic framework with a flexible tetra-carboxylate linker
    Authors: S. Nandi, A. Mansouri, I. Dovgaliuk, P. Boullay, G. Patriarche, I. Cornu, …
    Journal: Communications Chemistry
    Citation: 6(1), 144
    Year: 2023
  • MOFs with open metal (III) sites for the environmental capture of polar volatile organic compounds
    Authors: M.I. Severino, A. Al Mohtar, C. Vieira Soares, C. Freitas, N. Sadovnik, S. Nandi, …
    Journal: Angewandte Chemie International Edition
    Citation: 62(6), e202211583
    Year: 2023
  • Simulations on Industrial Scale CO2 Capture Vacuum Pressure Swing Adsorption using MIL-160 (Al)
    Authors: A. Henrotin, N. Heymans, S. Nandi, F. Nouar, G. Mouchaham, C. Serre, …
    Journal: Proceedings of the 16th Greenhouse Gas Control Technologies Conference (GHGT)
    Year: 2022
  • Integrated process for structuring and functionalizing ordered mesoporous silica to achieve superprotonic conductivity
    Authors: J. Richard, A. Phimphachanh, J. Schneider, S. Nandi, E. Laurent, …
    Journal: Chemistry of Materials
    Citation: 34(17), 7828-7836
    Year: 2022
  • Coordination Flexibility Aided CO2‐specific Gating in an Iron Isonicotinate MOF
    Authors: H.D. Singh, S. Nandi, D. Chakraborty, K. Singh, C.P. Vinod, R. Vaidhyanathan
    Journal: Chemistry–An Asian Journal
    Citation: 17(4), e202101305
    Year: 2022
  • Viologen functionalized CC bonded cationic polymers for oxo-anion pollutant removal from aqueous medium
    Authors: D. Chakraborty, S. Nandi, R. Kushwaha, D. Kaleeswaran, R. Vaidhyanathan
    Journal: Materials Research Bulletin
    Citation: 146, 111614
    Year: 2022
  • Deciphering the Weak CO2···Framework Interactions in Microporous MOFs Functionalized with Strong Adsorption Sites—A Ubiquitous Observation
    Authors: S. Nandi, H.D. Singh, D. Chakraborty, R. Maity, R. Vaidhyanathan
    Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
    Citation: 13(21), 24976-24983
    Year: 2021
  • Multivariate Sulfonic-Based Titanium Metal–Organic Frameworks as Super-protonic Conductors
    Authors: S. Nandi, S. Wang, M. Wahiduzzaman, V. Yadav, K. Taksande, G. Maurin, …
    Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
    Citation: 13(17), 20194-20200
    Year: 2021
  • An Ultra‐Microporous Metal–Organic Framework with Exceptional Xe Capacity
    Authors: D. Chakraborty, S. Nandi, R. Maity, R.K. Motkuri, K.S. Han, S. Collins, …
    Journal: Chemistry–A European Journal
    Citation: 26(55), 12544-12548
    Year: 2020
  • Superionic conduction in a zirconium-formate molecular solid
    Authors: M. Wahiduzzaman, S. Nandi, V. Yadav, K. Taksande, G. Maurin, H. Chun, …
    Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
    Citation: 8(35), 17951-17955
    Year: 2020
  • Carbon Derived from Soft Pyrolysis of a Covalent Organic Framework as a Support for Small-Sized RuO2 Showing Exceptionally Low Overpotential for Oxygen
    Authors: D. Chakraborty, S. Nandi, R. Illathvalappil, D. Mullangi, R. Maity, S.K. Singh, …
    Journal: ACS Omega
    Citation: 4(8), 13465-13473
    Year: 2019
  • Aqueous-Phase Differentiation and Speciation of Fe3+ and Fe2+ Using Water-Stable Photoluminescent Lanthanide-Based Metal–Organic Framework
    Authors: R. Maity, D. Chakraborty, S. Nandi, A.K. Yadav, D. Mullangi, C.P. Vinod, …
    Journal: ACS Applied Nano Materials
    Citation: 2(8), 5169-5178
    Year: 2019.

Conclusion ✨ 

Dr. Shyamapada Nandi’s research achievements, coupled with his outstanding technical expertise, make him an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His consistent contributions to the development of cutting-edge materials and their applications in addressing global challenges, such as climate change and energy transition, set him apart as a leader in his field. While there are areas for further diversification and leadership development, his scientific accomplishments and potential for future breakthroughs make him highly deserving of this recognition.