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.