Prof. Dr. Xiulin Yang | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award
School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangxi Normal University, China
Prof. Dr. Xiulin Yang, Vice Dean of the School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences at Guangxi Normal University, is an accomplished researcher in physical chemistry and materials science, with a focus on electrocatalysis and hydrogen-oxygen fuel cells. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (ICCAS) in 2013, followed by postdoctoral research at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia, from 2013 to 2018. Throughout his career, Professor Yang has accumulated extensive professional experience as a leading scientist, educator, and mentor, serving as Associate Editor of Frontiers in Chemistry and as a Council Member of the 12th Council of Guangxi Chemical Industry Society. His research interests encompass electrocatalysis, sustainable energy materials, fuel cell technologies, and advanced functional nanomaterials. He possesses a strong skill set in materials synthesis, electrochemical characterization, catalysis evaluation, and applied energy research. Professor Yang has published over 150 SCI-indexed papers in top-tier journals such as Advanced Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, ACS Nano, Nano Energy, Applied Catalysis B, and Chemical Engineering Journal, alongside 24 authorized Chinese invention patents, accumulating 5,631 citations with an h-index of 41, highlighting his global research impact. He has been actively involved in international collaborations, guiding early-career researchers, organizing symposia, and contributing to scientific societies, demonstrating both leadership and community engagement. His contributions have been recognized through numerous awards and honors for innovation and excellence in chemistry research. In conclusion, Professor Xiulin Yang exemplifies a leading scientist whose groundbreaking work in electrocatalysis and fuel cell technologies significantly advances sustainable energy research. His strong publication record, patents, international collaborations, mentorship, and leadership roles make him highly deserving of recognition, reflecting both his impact on the scientific community and his potential to continue shaping global standards in chemistry and materials science.
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Featured Publications
Fe-Ce interaction-driven active site modulation in a porous MOF for oxygen evolution reaction. Fuel. (2026).
Leveraging ligand push-pull effects in Ni-based MOFs for optimized lattice oxygen activation and superior water oxidation. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental. (2025).
Enhancement of hydrogen-bond network connectivity and CO poisoning resistance via Mn-mediated electron transfer. Journal of Energy Chemistry. (2025).
Charge redistribution engineering in Mn5.64P3/CePO4 heterostructure enhances oxygen reduction for advanced zinc-air battery. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science. (2025).
Modulation of the d-band center through strong metal-support interaction with Ru and Cu3P-MoP for efficient hydrogen oxidation. Chemical Engineering Journal. (2025).