Central China Normal University, China
Dr. Zhen Su is a postdoctoral fellow at Central China Normal University, specializing in photocatalytic and electrocatalytic organic synthesis, proton batteries, and functional polymers. With a global academic journey from China to Australia, he has contributed significantly to energy materials and catalysis research. His scholarly achievements have earned him top-tier awards, editorial roles, and international recognition.
Professional Profile
Education 🎓
Dr. Su earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney (2018–2022), after completing a Master’s in Materials Science and Engineering at Huazhong University of Science and Technology (2015–2018). He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Wuhan University of Technology (2011–2015). 🧪📚
Experience 💼
Since March 2023, Dr. Zhen Su has been working as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the College of Chemistry, Central China Normal University, China. His experience spans cutting-edge research in renewable energy storage, catalysis, and advanced material synthesis. 🧫⚙️
Research Focus 🔍
Dr. Su’s research centers on photocatalytic/electrocatalytic organic synthesis, proton battery development, and functional polymer design. His work combines innovative materials science with clean energy solutions, aiming for sustainability and high efficiency in energy and chemical systems. ⚡🔋🧬
Awards and Honors 🏆
He has received numerous honors, including the 2023 Postdoctoral Overseas Talent Program (China), Dean’s Award for Outstanding PhD Theses (UNSW), and Tuition Fee Scholarship (UNSW, 2018). His academic journey was also supported by China’s National Scholarship for Postgraduate Students (2017). 🥇🎖️
Publication Top Notes
Heterogeneous catalysts for toluene oxidation (2025) – Chemistry-An Asian Journal – Accepted.
Selective alcohol oxidation using multifunctional polymers (2025) – Green Synthesis and Catalysis — Accepted.
Asymmetric cyanation via photoinduced Cu catalysis (2025) – Chinese Journal of Chemistry — Accepted.
Electrode design for proton batteries (2023) – Nano-Micro Letters, 15, 96 — Cited by 50+ articles.
Co-insertion strategy for high-rate proton batteries (2023) – Small Structures, 4, 2200257 — Cited by 30+.
Hydrogen-bond disrupting electrolytes (2022) – Small, 18(22), 2201449 — Influential in battery stability studies.
Water-in-sugar electrolytes for proton storage (2021) – Small, 17(40), 2102375 — Widely referenced in electrochemistry.
High-capacity hydrogen-ion batteries with MoO₃ (2020) – Advanced Functional Materials, 30(46), 2005477 — Cited for material innovation.
CuO nanowire catalyst with Fenton-like activity (2019) – Science of the Total Environment, 647: 587–596.
Flexible Cu@CuI core-shell photocatalyst (2018) – Journal of the American Ceramic Society.
Conclusion
Dr. Zhen Su exhibits all core competencies for the Best Researcher Award: impactful research, international exposure, strong publication record, and scientific innovation. His work on sustainable energy and catalysis not only contributes to academic science but also holds immense practical relevance. With minor expansion into independent leadership roles and funding acquisition, he is a highly suitable candidate for this recognition and a promising future research leader.