Prof. Wenhui Yao | Corrosion and protection | Women Researcher Award
Professor at Chongqing University in China.
Dr. Wenhui Yao ๐ is an Associate Professor at the College of Materials Science and Engineering, Chongqing University, China ๐จ๐ณ. He holds a Ph.D. from Pusan National University ๐ and has expertise in corrosion protection of Mg alloys, slippery liquid-infused porous surfaces, and superhydrophobic coatings ๐ฌ. His research focuses on advanced surface treatments, including micro-arc oxidation and thermal evaporation. With numerous high-impact publications ๐, Dr. Yao contributes significantly to materials science. His work advances protective coatings and sustainable materials, shaping the future of corrosion-resistant technologies โ๏ธ.
Professional Profile
๐ Summary of Suitability
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Expert in Surface Engineering & Corrosion Protection ๐ฌ โ Pioneering work in slippery liquid-infused porous surfaces, superhydrophobic coatings, and mesoporous materials.
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Advancements in Protective Coatings โ๏ธ โ Developed innovative methods such as micro-arc oxidation, sputtering, and thermal evaporation to enhance material durability.
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High-Impact Research ๐ โ Published extensively in leading scientific journals, contributing to major advancements in materials science.
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Sustainable Innovations ๐ โ Focuses on eco-friendly corrosion-resistant technologies and materials for water splitting, promoting green energy solutions.
Education ๐
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Ph.D. โ College of Materials Science and Engineering, Pusan National University, South Korea ๐ฐ๐ท
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Masterโs โ College of Materials Science and Engineering, Beihang University, China ๐จ๐ณ
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Bachelorโs โ College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, China University of Petroleum โ๏ธ
Experience ๐
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Associate Professor โ College of Materials Science and Engineering, Chongqing University, China ๐จ๐ณ
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Specializes in corrosion protection of Mg alloys, slippery liquid-infused porous surfaces, and superhydrophobic coatings ๐ฌ
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Expert in surface treatment techniques such as micro-arc oxidation, sputtering, thermal evaporation, and e-beam evaporation โ๏ธ
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Published numerous high-impact research papers in materials science journals ๐
Professional Development ๐๐
Dr. Wenhui Yao ๐ has made significant strides in materials science, specializing in corrosion protection, superhydrophobic coatings, and surface engineering ๐ฌ. As an Associate Professor at Chongqing University ๐จ๐ณ, he actively advances research in slippery liquid-infused porous surfaces and mesoporous non-noble metal materials โ๏ธ. His expertise in micro-arc oxidation, sputtering, and thermal evaporation has led to groundbreaking innovations. With numerous high-impact publications ๐, he contributes to the scientific community through cutting-edge research and collaboration. Dr. Yaoโs dedication to sustainable and protective coatings continues to drive advancements in materials engineering, making a lasting impact on corrosion-resistant technologies ๐.
๐ฌ Research Focus
Dr. Wenhui Yaoโs research focuses on materials science and surface engineering ๐ฌ, particularly in corrosion protection and advanced coatings. His work on slippery liquid-infused porous surfaces and superhydrophobic coatings helps develop durable, self-cleaning, and anti-corrosive materials โ๏ธ. He also explores mesoporous non-noble metal materials for water splitting, contributing to sustainable energy solutions ๐. His expertise includes micro-arc oxidation, sputtering, and thermal evaporation, which enhance material durability and functionality ๐๏ธ. Dr. Yaoโs innovations in protective coatings and anti-corrosion materials play a crucial role in industrial applications, improving the longevity of metal surfaces and promoting eco-friendly engineering solutions ๐.
๐ Publications & Scientific Contributions ๐
๐ Superhydrophobic coatings for corrosion protection of magnesium alloys โ W Yao, W Liang, G Huang, B Jiang, A Atrens, F Pan | Journal of Materials Science & Technology 52, 100-118 | ๐ 2020 | ๐ 216 citations
๐ Microโarc oxidation of magnesium alloys: A review โ W Yao, L Wu, J Wang, B Jiang, D Zhang, M Serdechnova, T Shulha, … | Journal of Materials Science & Technology 118, 158-180 | ๐ 2022 | ๐ 158 citations
๐ A self-healing corrosion protection coating with graphene oxide carrying 8-hydroxyquinoline doped in layered double hydroxide on a micro-arc oxidation coating โ Y Chen, L Wu, W Yao, Y Chen, Z Zhong, W Ci, J Wu, Z Xie, Y Yuan, F Pan | Corrosion Science 194, 109941 | ๐ 2022 | ๐ 152 citations
๐ One-step in situ synthesis of graphene oxide/MgAl-layered double hydroxide coating on a micro-arc oxidation coating for enhanced corrosion protection of magnesium alloys โ Y Chen, L Wu, W Yao, Z Zhong, Y Chen, J Wu, F Pan | Surface and Coatings Technology 413, 127083 | ๐ 2021 | ๐ 104 citations
๐ Improved corrosion resistance of AZ31 Mg alloy coated with MXenes/MgAl-LDHs composite layer modified with yttrium โ Y Wu, L Wu, W Yao, B Jiang, J Wu, Y Chen, X Chen, Q Zhan, G Zhang, … | Electrochimica Acta 374, 137913 | ๐ 2021 | ๐ 95 citations
๐ Recent developments in slippery liquid-infused porous surface โ W Yao, L Wu, L Sun, B Jiang, F Pan | Progress in Organic Coatings 166, 106806 | ๐ 2022 | ๐ 76 citations
๐ Robust, self-cleaning, amphiphobic coating with flower-like nanostructure on micro-patterned polymer substrate โ W Yao, L Li, OL Li, YW Cho, MY Jeong, YR Cho | Chemical Engineering Journal 352, 173-181 | ๐ 2018 | ๐ 67 citations
๐ Development of metal-organic framework (MOF) decorated graphene oxide/MgAl-layered double hydroxide coating via microstructural optimization for anti-corrosion micro-arc โฆ โ Y Chen, L Wu, W Yao, J Wu, J Xiang, X Dai, T Wu, Y Yuan, J Wang, … | Journal of Materials Science & Technology 130, 12-26 | ๐ 2022 | ๐ 58 citations
Conclusion
While Dr. Wenhui Yao is not eligible for the Women Researcher Award, his outstanding contributions to materials science and protective coatings make him an excellent candidate for a Best Researcher Award.