Welcome Asso. Prof. Yangning Zhang to join our lab
Warmly welcome Dr. Yangning Zhang joining our group as a tenured associate professor! Dr Zhang’s research interests focus on the synthesis, assembly, and functionalization of semiconductor quantum dots for optoelectronic and energy conversion applications. We are excited about the expertise and new perspectives she brings, and we look forward to the impactful contributions she will make to our research ...
Energy & Catalysis Adventure Team Awarded China Youth May Fourth Medal
On Apr. 30, 2025, Energy & Catalysis Adventure Team was honored with the 2025 China Youth May Fourth Medal for Outstanding Youth Collective. As the highest national honor for youth collectives in China, this award recognizes our efforts in addressing major national challenges, advancing green technology innovation, and fostering young scientific talent. Led by Prof. Jinlong Gong, our team is committed ...
Our Work on Ni@TiOx Catalyst for PDH Named Among China's Top 10 Scientific Advances of 2024
On Feb 24, 2025, our work on Ni@TiOx catalyst for PDH (https://doi.org/10.1126/science.adp7379) has been selected as one of China's top 10 major scientific advances of 2024 by Science & Technology Review.This recognition highlights our team's contribution to advancing green chemistry and industrial innovation. Congratulations!2024年中国重大科学、技术和工程进展（科学篇）
ECAT Held 2024 Annual Summing-up Meeting
The 2024 annual summing-up meeting of ECAT was held on Jan. 14-15, 2025.The winners of 2024 are:Idea Fountain: Xiaowei Du (PhD)Xiaowei Du, Prof. Jinlong GongLogic Talent: Chujun Wang (PhD), Ran Luo (PhD), Shuying Li (Master)Prof. Tuo Wang, Chujun Wang, Shuying LiPPT Master: Hao Dong (PhD), Mengyuan Wang (PhD), Yixian Wang (PhD), Kaige Tian (PhD), Peipei Jia (PhD), Qingfeng Chang (PhD), Qingyang...
Prof. Jinlong Gong won the Zhao Yonggao Science and Technology Innovation Award of the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation
On Dec. 27, 2024, Prof. Jinlong Gong won the Zhao Yonggao Science and Technology Innovation Award of the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation. Congratulations!关于颁发2024年度中国石油和化学工业联合会赵永镐科技创新奖的决
Comprehensive Training Series for New Graduate Students
On October 11th, 2024, we held a series of training sessions for new graduate students, covering essential areas such as laboratory safety, academic development, financial management, and literature review skills. These sessions aim to equip students with the fundamental tools needed for success in both research and academic pursuits.Professors and senior students from various research fields s...
A team-building activity was held today
On Sep 21, 2024, we organized a team-building activity where new and senior students quickly broke the ice through various team games and interactive sessions. The atmosphere was warm and friendly, with everyone working together in a relaxed and enjoyable environment, showcasing team spirit and collaboration. This event not only brought new and senior students closer, but also laid a strong ...
Prof. Zhao delivered a speech at the Tianjin University Opening Ceremony of 2024
On September 12th, at the Tianjin University Opening Ceremony of 2024, Prof. Zhi-Jian Zhao, representing the faculty, delivered a speech, expressing warm welcome and sincere greetings to all students in the autumn semester of 2024
Welcome new students to join our lab
On Sep. 11, 2024, we held a welcome event for 27 new students joining the team. During the event, the professors warmly welcomed the newcomers and shared valuable advice on academic and research matters. Senior students also offered insights and practical tips from their own experiences in the group. The event fostered a relaxed and engaging atmosphere, with lively exchanges and a...
Our work on the Ni@TiOx catalyst for PDH is highlighted by mainstream media outlets
Propylene is one of the most produced chemical products in the world and serves as a crucial raw material in the fields of plastics, rubber, and pharmaceuticals, holding significant importance in the global petrochemical industry chain. Traditionally, the production processes either use expensive metals or metal oxides with limited catalytic performance. Recently, we successfully developed an u...
Our paper on Ni@TiOx Catalysts for Propane Dehydrogenation has been selected as a Cover Story for Science
The industrial catalysts utilized for propane dehydrogenation (PDH) to propylene, an important alternative to petroleum-based cracking processes, either use expensive metals or metal oxides that are environmentally unbenign. We report that a typically less-active oxide, titanium oxide (TiO2), can be combined with earth-abundant metallic nickel (Ni) to form an unconventional Ni@TiOx catalyst for...
Dr. Yan Lin was selected as the “Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program” of 2024
On June 13, 2024, Dr. Yan Lin was selected as the “Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program” of 2024. Congratulations!关于对2024年度博士后创新人才支持计划拟入选人员进行公示的通知
Four Master Students Passed Their Thesis Defense Today
Yifan Liu, Lanxin Guo, Yuxuan Liu and Jie Du passed their thesis defense today. Congrats!List of the thesis titles:Yifan Liu: In-Situ Coupling Characterization of Geldart Class A Particles in a High Temperature Micro-Fluidized Bed.Lanxin Guo: Mechanism Exploration and Control Strategies of Non-Ideal Growth of Thin Films in High-Capacity Atomic Layer Deposition.Yuxuan Liu: Numerical Simulation A...
Four PhD Students Passed Their Thesis Defense Today
Hui Gao, Zhenpu Lu, Zheyuan Ding and Qinzhen Wang passed their thesis defense today. Congrats!List of the thesis titles:Hui Gao: Surface Interface Design and Mechanism Study of Ag-Based and Cu-Based Catalysts for CO2 Electroreduction.Zhenpu Lu: Design and Mechanism Study of Platinum-Based Catalysts for Propane Dehydrogenation.Zheyuan Ding: Design and Mechanism Study of High-Efficiency Catalys...
Dr. Lulu Li won the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions
On Mar. 20, 2024, Dr. Lulu Li won the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. Congratulations!
ECAT Held 2023 Annual Summing-up Meeting
The 2023 annual summing-up meeting of ECAT was held on Jan. 20-21, 2024.The winners of 2023 are:Special Contribution: Wei Wang (PhD)Wei Wang, Prof. Jinlong GongIdea Fountain: Xiaowei Du (PhD), Ran Luo (PhD)Xiaowei Du, Ran Luo, Prof. Tuo WangLogic Talent: Xiaoyun Lin (PhD), Xianhui Wang (PhD), Yan Ma (Master)Prof. Chunlei Pei, Yan Ma, Xiaoyun Lin, Xianhui WangPPT Master: Qinzhen Wang (PhD), Ru...
Three professors have been selected as Highly Cited Researchers of 2023
Prof. Jinlong Gong, Prof. Zhijian Zhao and Prof. Peng Zhang have been selected as Highly Cited Researchers of 2023 by Clarivate. Congratulations
Nat. Chem.: Metastable gallium hydride mediates propane dehydrogenation on H2 co-feeding
In heterogeneous catalysis, the catalytic dehydrogenation reactions of hydrocarbons often exhibit a negative pressure dependence on hydrogen due to the competitive chemisorption of hydrocarbons and hydrogen. However, some catalysts show a positive pressure dependence for propane dehydrogenation, an important reaction for propylene production. Here we show that the positive activity dependence o...
Dr. Xin Chang won the Jingbo Science & Technology Award of 2023
On Nov. 27, 2023, Dr. Xin Chang won the Jingbo Science & Technology Award of 2023 - Excellent Doctoral Award in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials. Congratulations!2023年度京博科技奖-化学化工与材料京博优秀博士奖拟获奖名单公
Prof. Sai Chen has been selected in Youth Talent Support Program!
Prof. Sai Chen has been selected in Youth Talent Support Program (part of National High-Level Personnel of Special Support Program) issued by Organization Department of the CPC Central Comittee. Congratulations