Xiaoming Zeng | Synthetic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Xiaoming Zeng | Synthetic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor, Sichuan University, China

Xiaoming Zeng is a renowned Professor at the College of Chemistry, Sichuan University, China. His academic background and research expertise have earned him numerous accolades, including the Distinguished Young Scholar of the National Natural Science Foundation of China. Xiaoming’s research focuses on synthetic chemistry, catalysis, and organometallic chemistry. He has published numerous papers in reputable journals and has received several awards for his contributions to the field.

Profile

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Education 🎓

Joint Ph.D. Student, Department of Chemistry, University of California, Riverside (UCR), USA (2007-2009)  Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China (2004-2009) B.S. in Applied Chemistry, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu, China (1998-2002)

Experience 🧪

Professor, College of Chemistry, Sichuan University, China (2017-Present)  Professor, Center for Organic Chemistry (COC), Frontier Institute of Science and Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU), China (2012-2017  JSPS Research Fellow, Department of Chemistry, University of Tokyo, Japan (2010-2011)  Junior Researcher, Department of Chemistry, University of California, Riverside (UCR), USA (2008-2009)

Awards & Honors🏆

Advanced Individual of Sichuan University (2023)  Academic and Technological Leaders in Sichuan Province (2022)  Distinguished Young Scholar of National Natural Science Foundation of China (2021) Thieme Chemistry Journal Award (2020) ACP Lectureship Award (from Singapore and Japan, 2019)

Research Focus 🔍

1. Catalytic Activity of Low-Valent Chromium Complexes: Exploring the catalytic activity of low-valent chromium complexes in synthetic chemistry.
2. Design and Synthesis of Novel Cyclic (Monoamino)carbenes (CMACs): Designing and synthesizing novel CMACs and studying their ligand behaviors in transition metal catalysis.

Publications📚

1. Chromium(II)-Catalyzed Stereoselective Cross-Electrophile Coupling of Geminal Difluoroalkenes with Aliphatic Halides ⚗️💡
2. Metal–carbene-guided twofold cross-coupling of ethers with chromium catalysis 🔩💻
3. Mild ketyl radical generation and coupling with alkynes enabled by Cr catalysis: stereoselective access to E-exocyclic allyl alcohols ⚡️🍺
4. Ring Contraction by Rearrangement of Sterically Congested Cyclic (Amino)(aryl)carbenes 🔗💣
5. Cr-Catalyzed Intramolecular Arylative Cross-Coupling of Unactivated C–H Bonds with C–Halide Bonds 🔩🔗
6. Cr-catalyzed borylation of C(aryl)–F bonds using terpyridine ligand ⚗️💎
7. Chromium-Catalyzed Alkene Isomerization with Switchable Selectivity 🔩🔄
8. Reductive transamidation of tertiary amides with nitroarenes enabled by magnesium ⚡️🔋

9. Yunqian Hou and Xiaoming Zeng* 📄🎉

Conclusion

This researcher is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given their impressive academic background, extensive research experience, strong publication record, and numerous awards and honors. By addressing areas for improvement, the researcher can continue to grow and make even more significant contributions to their field.

Gérard Gouesbet | Interaction light | Lifetime achievement Award

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Prof. Gérard Gouesbet | Interaction light | Lifetime achievement Award

Prof.Emeritus at Interaction light/particles, France

Gérard Gouesbet (b. 1947) is a Professor Emeritus at INSA Rouen, France, known for his pioneering work in generalized Lorenz-Mie theory (GLMT) and laser-light interactions with particles. He has contributed extensively to optics, scattering theory, and computational physics, with over five decades of research and academic excellence. Gouesbet has held prestigious positions in French and international universities, authored influential publications, and played a key role in advancing particle-scattering methodologies. His work has gained global recognition, making him a highly cited researcher in applied optics and aerosol physics.

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

1977 – State Doctorate in Physics, Rouen University 1973 – PhD in Physics, Rouen University  1971 – Master’s in Physics, Rouen University  1970 – Bachelor in Physics, Rouen University  1969 – Licence in Physics & Physico-Chemistry, Rouen University 🏫

👨‍🏫 Experience

2007-Present – Professor Emeritus, INSA Rouen  2001-2007 – Exceptional Class Professor (2nd Level), Rouen University  1997-2001 – Exceptional Class Professor (1st Level), Rouen University  1983-2003 – Founder & Director, LESP Laboratory  1975-1983 – CNRS Researcher & Postdoc at Imperial College & Sheffield University 1968-1971 – Boarding-School Master, Rouen University 🏫

🏆 Awards & Honors

Top 2% Most Cited Researchers (Stanford/Elsevier)  Knight of Academic Palms (France)  Gold Medallion – Wroclaw University (1995)  Van de Hulst Award (2020)  IAAM Award Lecture (2019) Honorary Professor – China 🇨🇳 Best Paper Awards – JOSA, Xidian University, Applied Optics 🏅 Outstanding Reviewer – Optics Communications, JQSRT (2016-2018)

🔬 Research Focus

Generalized Lorenz-Mie Theory (GLMT) for light scattering  Laser-light interactions with particles in fluid and aerosol systems 🔬 Computational physics & wave scattering simulations  Optical particle characterization for biomedical & atmospheric sciences   Non-spherical particle behavior in electromagnetic fields 📡 Advancement of theoretical optics and experimental validation ⚛️

Publications 📖

Eliminating blowing-ups and evanescent waves when using the finite series technique in evaluating beam shape coefficients for some T-matrix approaches, with the example of Gaussian beams

Citations 1

Finite series approach for the calculation of beam shape coefficients in ultrasonic and other acoustic scattering

Citations 3

Conclusion

Prof. Gérard Gouesbet is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his decades of contributions, international recognition, and leadership in photonics and optical science. His research has transformed the field of laser-light interactions, making him a strong contender for this prestigious honor.

Dr. Miyeon Lee | Forensic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Miyeon Lee | Forensic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Miyeon Lee, National Forensic Service, South Korea

Dr. Miyeon Lee is academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

 

Professional Profiles:

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📚 Education

🎓 Integrated M.S. & Ph.D. Course Department of Chemistry, KAIST (2014.3 ~ 2018.8) Advisor: Prof. Bongsoo Kim

🎓 Bachelor’s Degree

Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Korea National University of Transportation (2010.3 ~ 2013.8)

Advisor: Prof. Insik In

🏆 Awards & Scholarships

🎖️ Global Ph.D. Fellowship RecipientNational Research Foundation of Korea (2014.03 ~ 2018.08)Received KRW 120,000,000 for 4 years🎖️ Global Ph.D. Fellowship Outstanding RecipientNRFK (2017.11.08)Awarded KRW 5,000,000🏅 Best Poster AwardThe Korean Chemical Society (2017.04.20)🏆 National ScholarshipKAIST (2014.03 ~ 2018.08)📸 Material Photo Contest WinnerKorea Basic Science Institute (2015.08.06) Korea Institute of Materials Science (2014.04.27)🎓 Full ScholarshipKorea National University of Transportation (2010.03 ~ 2013.08)

🔬 Research Interests

Noble Metal Nanowires & Nanoplates: Au, Ag, Pt, Pd, and AuAgMetal Silicide Nanowires: Ni2Si, CoSi, and FeSiCore-Shell Nanowires: Au@Al2O3, Au@Fe3O4🧪 Synthesis of Various Nanostructures Based on Solution PhaseMetal Nanoparticles & NanowiresGraphene Oxide, Soluble Graphene, Soluble Pitch-Based Carbon FiberExfoliation of Black Phosphorus, Highly Fluorescent Black Phosphorus Quantum🧪 Fabrication of SERS SensorsDetection of Exosomal Glypican-1 for pancreatic cancer diagnosis using ultrasensitive gold nanoplate SERS sensorAvidin Detection employing biotinylated Au nanoplates and Au filmsAttomolar Detection of C-reactive protein

🧪 Surface Modification

Hexadecanethiol (HDT) Self-Assembled Monolayers (SAMs) on nanoplatesCatechol-Terminated Molecules immobilized on other types of gold substrates: AFM topography analysis, adhesion property measurementAntibody Immobilization (Glypican-1, CRP, Avidin) on gold nanoplates and gold nanoparticleSilver Nanoparticle Decoration on plastics, fabrication of antibacterial plastic films or fibers

🛠 Characterization Skills

AFM (Atomic Force Microscopy)Raman SpectroscopySEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy)TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy)EDS (Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy)FT-IR (Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy)PL (Photoluminescence)UV-VIS (Ultraviolet–Visible Spectroscopy)XPS (X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy)XRD (X-ray Diffraction)DSL (Dynamic Light Scattering)DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry)UTM (Universal Testing Machine)

📖 Publications Top Note :

Ultraviolet-Ozone-Activation-Driven Ag Nanoparticles Grown on Plastic Substrates for Antibacterial Applications

Authors: Murali, G., Lee, M., Modigunta, J.K.R., Park, S.Y., In, I. Journal: ACS Applied Nano Materials, 2022, 5(7), pp. 8767–8774

 

Development of A4 Antibody for Detection of Neuraminidase I223R/H275Y-Associated Antiviral Multidrug-Resistant Influenza Virus

Authors: Guk, K., Kim, H., Lee, M., Lim, E.-K., Jung, J. Journal: Nature Communications, 2020, 11(1), 3418

 

Atomically Flat Au Nanoplate Platforms Enable Ultraspecific Attomolar Detection of Protein Biomarkers

Authors: Hwang, A., Kim, E., Moon, J., Kang, T., Kim, B. Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces, 2019, 11(21), pp. 18960–18967

 

Multivalent Antibody-Nanoparticle Conjugates to Enhance the Sensitivity of Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering-Based Immunoassays

Authors: Lee, M., Kim, H., Kim, E., Jung, J., Kang, T. Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces, 2018, 10(44), pp. 37829–37834

 

Highly Efficient Visible Blue-Emitting Black Phosphorus Quantum Dot: Mussel-Inspired Surface Functionalization for Bioapplications

Authors: Lee, M., Park, Y.H., Kang, E.B., Park, S.Y., In, I. Journal: ACS Omega, 2017, 2(10), pp. 7096–7105

 

Surfactant-Free Vapor-Phase Synthesis of Single-Crystalline Gold Nanoplates for Optimally Bioactive Surfaces

Authors: Yoo, Y., Lee, H., Lee, H., Kang, T., Kim, B. Journal: Chemistry of Materials, 2017, 29(20), pp. 8747–8756

 

Nanogap-Rich Au Nanowire SERS Sensor for Ultrasensitive Telomerase Activity Detection: Application to Gastric and Breast Cancer Tissues Diagnosis

Authors: Eom, G., Kim, H., Hwang, A., Kang, T., Kim, B. Journal: Advanced Functional Materials, 2017, 27(37), 1701832

 

Exfoliation of Black Phosphorus in Ionic Liquids

Authors: Lee, M., Roy, A.K., Jo, S., Park, S.Y., In, I. Journal: Nanotechnology, 2017, 28(12), 125603

 

Remarkably Enhanced Adhesion of Coherently Aligned Catechol-Terminated Molecules on Ultraclean Ultraflat Gold Nanoplates

Authors: Lee, M., Park, C., Lee, H., In, I., Kim, B. Journal: Nanotechnology, 2016, 27(47), 475705

 

Ultraflat Au Nanoplates as a New Building Block for Molecular Electronics

Authors: Jeong, W., Lee, M., Lee, H., Kim, B., Park, J.Y. Journal: Nanotechnology, 2016, 27(21), 215601