Dr. Ziliang Yuan | Catalyst | Best Researcher Award

 Dr at Chongqing University of Education China

Dr. Ziliang Yuan has been dedicated to the principles of Green Chemistry since 2014, focusing on the design of innovative heterogeneous catalytic systems. His research encompasses thermal catalysis (fixed-bed and continuous flow reactions), photocatalysis, and electrocatalysis. He investigates heterogeneous catalysis, green organic synthesis, and the development of drug molecules, aiming to understand the interaction mechanisms between catalysts and organic compounds. To date, he has published 26 SCI papers in prestigious journals and holds 7 Chinese invention patents, with 5 granted.

 

💼 Employment

• 2023.09 — Present: Senior Lecturer, Chongqing University of Education

🎓 Education

2020.09 — 2023.06: PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, 2017.09 — 2020.06: MEng in Physical Chemistry, South-Central Minzu University, 2013.09 — 2017.06: BSc in Chemistry, South-Central Minzu University

📚 Publications

• Total Citations: 877
• H-index: 14 (Google Scholar)

Publication

 

• High Nitrile Yields of Aerobic Ammoxidation of Alcohols Achieved by Generating •O2– and Br• Radicals over Iron-Modified TiO2 Photocatalysts
  Authors: C. Xian, J. He, Y. He, J. Nie, Z. Yuan, J. Sun, W.N. Martens, J. Qin, H.Y. Zhu
  Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society, Vol. 144, Issue 51, Pages 23321-23331, 2022
  Citations: 26

 

• Mild and selective hydrogenation of nitriles into primary amines over a supported Ni catalyst
  Authors: J. Wang, Q. Tang, S. Jin, Y. Wang, Z. Yuan, Q. Chi, Z. Zhang
  Journal: New Journal of Chemistry, Vol. 44, Issue 2, Pages 549-555, 2020
  Citations: 25

 

• Selective oxidation of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural to 5-formyl-2-furancarboxylic acid over a Fe-Anderson type catalyst
  Authors: J. Xu, Z. Zhu, Z. Yuan, T. Su, Y. Zhao, W. Ren, Z. Zhang, H. Lü
  Journal: Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers, Vol. 104, Pages 8-15, 2019
  Citations: 20

 

• Efficient hydrodeoxygenation of sulfoxides into sulfides under mild conditions using heterogeneous cobalt–molybdenum catalysts
  Authors: K. Yao, Z. Yuan, S. Jin, Q. Chi, B. Liu, R. Huang, Z. Zhang
  Journal: Green Chemistry, Vol. 22, Issue 1, Pages 39-43, 2020
  Citations: 17

 

• Vitamin B9 derived nitrogen-doped graphene for metal-free aerobic oxidation of biomass-derived chemicals
  Authors: D.J. Tao, X. Zhao, Y. Wang, X. Liu, H.P. Li, Z.M. Li, Y. Zhou, Z. Yuan, Z. Zhang
  Journal: Green Energy & Environment, Vol. 7, Issue 5, Pages 1084-1092, 2022
  Citations: 15

 

• Biomass-derived carbon-supported Ni catalyst: an effective heterogeneous non-noble metal catalyst for the hydrogenation of nitro compounds
  Authors: Q. Tang, Z. Yuan, S. Jin, K. Yao, H. Yang, Q. Chi, B. Liu
  Journal: Reaction Chemistry & Engineering, Vol. 5, Issue 1, Pages 58-65, 2020
  Citations: 14

 

• Synthesis of Secondary Aldimines from the Hydrogenative Cross-Coupling of Nitriles and Amines over Al2O3-Supported Ni Catalysts
  Authors: P. Zhou, L. Jiang, S. Wang, X. Hu, H. Wang, Z. Yuan, Z. Zhang
  Journal: ACS Catalysis, Vol. 9, Issue 9, Pages 8413-8423, 2019
  Citations: 12

 

• Mild and selective synthesis of secondary amines direct from the coupling of two aldehydes with ammonia
  Authors: Z. Yuan, P. Zhou, X. Liu, Y. Wang, B. Liu, X. Li, Z. Zhang
  Journal: Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, Vol. 56, Issue 50, Pages 14766-14770, 2017
  Citations: 10

 

• Selective mono-N-methylation of amines using methanol as a methylating reagent over heterogeneous Ni catalysts
  Authors: P. Wang, Z. Yuan, C. Xian, B. Liu, X. Li, Z. Zhang
  Journal: Catalysis Science & Technology, Vol. 13, Issue 2, Pages 315-320, 2023
  Citations: 6

 

• Efficient hydrogenation of N-heteroarenes into N-heterocycles over MOF-derived CeO2 supported nickel nanoparticles
  Authors: Z. Yuan, X. Li, G. Wang, Z. Zhu, Y. Liao, Z. Zhang, B. Liu
  Journal: Molecular Catalysis, Vol. 540, Article 113052, 2023
  Citations: 4

Conclusion

Dr. Ziliang Yuan’s contributions to the field of Green Chemistry through innovative research and a solid publication record position him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His strengths in research output, patent contributions, and interdisciplinary approaches underline his impact on the field. By addressing areas for improvement, such as expanding collaborations and enhancing community engagement, Dr. Yuan can further amplify his influence and continue contributing to sustainable chemistry solutions.