Ho Soonmin | Chemistry and Materials Science | Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award

Prof. Dr. Ho Soonmin | Chemistry and Materials Science | Excellence in Scientific Innovation Award

Professor INTI International University Malaysia

Professor Dr. Ho Soon Min, Ph.D., ChM, MWRA, STRA, is a renowned academic currently serving as a Professor at INTI International University, Malaysia, since April 2010. He is an expert in materials chemistry with extensive research in the development and characterization of thin films and their applications in solar cells and photovoltaics. Throughout his career, Professor Ho has actively contributed to the scientific community through his numerous publications, research projects, and conference presentations. 🌟

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Education

Professor Ho earned his Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc. Hons.) in Chemistry from the University Putra Malaysia in 2001. He went on to complete his M.Sc. in Materials Chemistry from the same institution in 2003, followed by a Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry in 2010. 🎓

Experience

Professor Ho’s academic journey has spanned over two decades, with his professional experience including roles such as an Associate Professor at INTI International University since 2010. His expertise in materials chemistry has been recognized in both local and international research circles. Additionally, Professor Ho worked at Laju Carbon Products Sdn Bhd from 2003 to 2006, where he honed his practical knowledge in the field. 🏫

Research Interest

Professor Ho’s research primarily focuses on the preparation, characterization, and application of thin films, particularly in the development of materials for energy-related technologies like solar cells. His work also delves into the study of metal sulfide films, such as nickel lead sulfide and cobalt selenide, and their potential in power conversion devices. 🌱

Awards

Professor Ho has received multiple research grants and awards for his contributions to material science. Notably, he has been awarded several national-level research grants from INTI International University to support his groundbreaking work in thin film technologies. 🏆

Publications Top Notes:

Professor Ho has published numerous articles in respected journals, with notable works including:

XRD and AFM studies of ZnS thin films produced by electrodeposition method

Investigation of solar energy: The case study in Malaysia, Indonesia, Colombia and Nigeria

Low-cost adsorbents for the removal of phenol/phenolics, pesticides, and dyes from wastewater systems: A review

Effects of deposition period on the properties of FeS2 thin films by chemical bath deposition method

Composition, morphology and optical characterization of chemical bath deposited ZnSe thin films

Chemical bath deposition of nickel sulphide (Ni4S3) thin films. ,

Effect of bath temperature on the chemical bath deposition of PbSe thin films

You can explore more of his publications and contributions to material science on Google Scholar and ResearchGate. 📖

Chaohui Ruan | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Chaohui Ruan | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer huaibei Normal University China

Dr. Chaohui Ruan is a distinguished Lecturer in the Department of Materials Chemistry at Huaibei Normal University, China. With an emphasis on materials chemistry, Dr. Ruan has made significant contributions to the fields of electrochemical performance and photocatalysis, especially in designing energy storage solutions and advancing CO2 reduction methods. His dedication to applied chemical research and innovation is reflected in his impactful publications and collaborative projects.

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Education 🎓

  • Doctorate: Southeast University, Chemical Engineering and Technology (March 2016 – June 2020)
  • Master’s Degree: Zhejiang University of Technology, Applied Chemistry (September 2012 – March 2015)
  • Bachelor’s Degree: Anhui Normal University, Materials Chemistry (September 2008 – June 2012)

Experience 🏫

Since June 2020, Dr. Ruan has served as a Lecturer at Huaibei Normal University, where he contributes to the Department of Materials Chemistry in the College of Chemistry and Materials Science. His role involves both lecturing and leading critical research initiatives in materials chemistry, focusing on advancing energy storage technology and novel materials with unique electrochemical properties.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Ruan’s research focuses on:

  • Electrochemical Performance in Energy Storage: Developing materials with superior electrochemical performance for supercapacitors and hybrid membranes.
  • Photocatalysis and CO₂ Reduction: Investigating innovative materials that enhance photocatalytic processes, with a specific focus on heterojunctions and vacancy-engineered catalysts.
  • Advanced Material Synthesis: Designing novel nanostructures for selective oxidation reactions and sustainable applications.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Ruan has been awarded funding from prestigious organizations, including the Anhui Province Outstanding Young Scholars Fund. His work has also earned him notable provincial grants, underscoring his contributions to collaborative innovation and excellence in scientific research.

Publications Top Notes📚:

Ruan, C., Wang, C., Chen, Y., et al. “Hollow heterojunction with dual-vacancy engineering to boost photocatalytic performance for CO₂ reduction and benzyl alcohol oxidation,” Separation and Purification Technology, 351, 2024, 127929. Cited by 20 articles

Ruan, C., Chen, Y., Wang, K., et al. “Study on electrochemical performance of porous integrated PANI-Fe in supercapacitors,” Ceramics International, 49, 2023, pp. 21755-21766. Cited by 15 articles

Ruan, C., Xie, Y. “Electrochemical performance of activated carbon fiber with hydrogen bond-induced high sulfur/nitrogen doping,” RSC Advances, 10(62), 2020, pp. 37631-37643. Cited by 25 articles

Ruan, C., Li, P., Xu, J., Xie, Y. “Electrochemical performance of hybrid membrane of polyaniline layer/full carbon layer coating on nickel foam,” Progress in Organic Coatings, 139, 2020, 105455. Cited by 10 articles

Ruan, C., Li, P., Xu, J., Chen, Y., Xie, Y. “Activation of carbon fiber for enhancing electrochemical performance,” Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers, 6(12), 2019, pp. 3583-3597. Cited by 30 articles