Dong Yan | Chemistry and Materials Science | Innovative Research Award

Innovative Research Award

Dong Yan
Xinyang Normal University, China
Dong Yan
Affiliation Xinyang Normal University
Country China
Scopus ID 57190016976
Documents 10
Citations 19
h-index 3
Subject Area Chemistry and Materials Science
Event Global Innovation Technologist Awards

Dong Yan is a Chinese academic researcher and associate professor affiliated with the School of Architecture and Civil Engineering at Xinyang Normal University. His research activities focus on engineering materials technology, non-metallic mineral processing, hydraulic structure repair technologies, and applied materials science for infrastructure sustainability. He has contributed to multiple interdisciplinary engineering initiatives involving water conservancy systems, mineral modification technologies, and civil engineering applications.[1] His scholarly profile demonstrates a growing research trajectory within the domains of chemistry, materials science, and engineering innovation.[2]

Abstract

The Innovative Research Award recognizes researchers demonstrating sustained scholarly engagement and interdisciplinary technical contributions within emerging engineering and materials science domains. Dong Yan has established a professional profile centered on civil engineering materials, hydraulic repair technologies, and mineral processing applications. His research portfolio includes contributions to waterproofing technologies, anticorrosion engineering materials, and polymer-modified structural systems for infrastructure durability.[3] Through academic publications, technology development initiatives, patents, and collaborative engineering projects, his work reflects integration between academic inquiry and industrial application.[4]

Keywords

Engineering Materials Technology; Materials Science; Hydraulic Structure Repair; Non-metallic Mineral Processing; Civil Engineering; Polymer Modification; Infrastructure Durability; Waterproofing Materials; Anticorrosion Engineering; Innovation Research.

Introduction

The development of advanced engineering materials and infrastructure repair technologies has become increasingly important in modern civil engineering and environmental sustainability research. Researchers working at the intersection of chemistry, structural engineering, and applied materials science contribute significantly to the durability and resilience of industrial and public infrastructure systems.[5]

Dong Yan’s academic and professional trajectory reflects engagement with these interdisciplinary research priorities. His educational background includes undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral training at Taiyuan University of Technology in civil engineering, engineering mechanics, and mining engineering. These academic foundations supported his specialization in non-metallic mineral processing and engineering material modification technologies.[6]

In addition to his university appointments, he has participated in engineering research collaborations, water conservancy technology initiatives, and emergency management systems related to hydrogeological disaster rescue operations. His profile also includes service roles within scientific advisory programs and regional technology development initiatives.[7]

Research Profile

Dong Yan currently serves as Associate Professor in the School of Architecture and Civil Engineering at Xinyang Normal University. His research profile is associated with engineering materials technology and hydraulic structure rehabilitation systems. He is additionally connected with research activities involving ecological protection and high-quality development projects in the Yellow River Basin region.[8]

His academic experience includes a visiting scholar appointment at Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, where he participated in engineering research related to marine hydraulic repair materials. He subsequently joined postdoctoral research activities associated with the Yellow River Conservancy Commission under the Ministry of Water Resources in China.[9]

  • Research specialization in engineering materials technology and mineral modification.
  • Participation in National Natural Science Foundation of China related projects.
  • Involvement in hydraulic structure repair technology development.

Research Contributions

The research contributions associated with Dong Yan span infrastructure materials engineering, polymer modification technologies, and applied civil engineering systems. His publications and technical activities indicate continued engagement with waterproofing engineering materials, anticorrosion technologies, and sustainable infrastructure enhancement methods.[10]

His academic record includes participation in national and regional scientific projects involving engineering materials and structural rehabilitation technologies. In addition to scholarly publications, his work has included patent applications and collaborative engineering implementation initiatives designed to improve the operational durability of water conservancy and infrastructure systems.[11]

  1. Development and evaluation of polymer-modified engineering materials.
  2. Research on waterproofing and anticorrosion applications for infrastructure systems.
  3. Technical collaboration in hydraulic structure repair engineering.
  4. Contributions to mineral processing and non-metallic material modification technologies.

Publications

The Scopus author profile associated with Dong Yan reports ten indexed documents and nineteen citations. His publications are positioned within engineering reports, materials science applications, and civil engineering technologies.[1]

  • Yan, D. et al. “Waterproofing and Anticorrosion Engineering Materials for Animal Husbandry Buildings Based on Polymer Modification.” Engineering Reports, 2026.
  • Research publications addressing mineral processing technologies, engineering repair systems, and infrastructure material optimization methodologies.[2]
  • Conference and collaborative technical outputs connected with water conservancy engineering and applied materials science projects.[8]

Research Impact

The research impact of Dong Yan’s work can be observed through his integration of scientific investigation with practical engineering implementation. His contributions to material durability research and hydraulic infrastructure repair technologies are aligned with regional environmental protection and sustainable infrastructure priorities.[12]

His academic profile further reflects collaborative engagement across university research systems, government-supported engineering initiatives, and industrial technology development projects. Such interdisciplinary integration is increasingly recognized as a critical component of applied scientific innovation in civil engineering and materials science sectors.[13]

  • Scopus-indexed publication record with interdisciplinary engineering focus.
  • Participation in nationally supported scientific projects.
  • Research contributions linked to sustainable infrastructure engineering.

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award is intended to recognize researchers demonstrating notable interdisciplinary research engagement, applied scientific contributions, and measurable impact within technological and engineering domains. Dong Yan’s profile aligns with these criteria through his documented activities in engineering materials innovation, hydraulic structure repair research, and collaborative scientific development initiatives.[14]

His involvement in national research projects, engineering technology implementation programs, and university-industry collaborations reflects a professional trajectory focused on translational research and applied innovation. The combination of scholarly publications, patents, academic service, and regional scientific recognition further supports the suitability of his profile for consideration within innovation-oriented academic recognition frameworks.[15]

Conclusion

Dong Yan’s academic and engineering activities demonstrate a continuing commitment to applied research in materials science, infrastructure sustainability, and civil engineering innovation. His interdisciplinary work connecting engineering materials, hydraulic technologies, and infrastructure repair systems reflects contemporary scientific priorities within sustainable engineering research. Through scholarly publications, collaborative technical initiatives, and professional service activities, his profile illustrates an emerging contribution to innovation-focused engineering research and technology development.[1][10]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Dong Yan, Author ID 57190016976. Scopus.
    www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57190016976
  2. Scopus Preview. (2026). Documents, citations, and indexed publication metrics for Dong Yan.
  3. Yan, D. et al. (2026). Waterproofing and Anticorrosion Engineering Materials for Animal Husbandry Buildings Based on Polymer Modification. Engineering Reports.
  4. Xinyang Normal University. (n.d.). Academic profile and engineering materials research activities of Dong Yan.
  5. Engineering materials science literature discussing infrastructure sustainability and anticorrosion technologies in civil engineering systems.
  6. Taiyuan University of Technology. Educational background records associated with engineering and mining disciplines.
  7. Professional service activities and emergency management participation records associated with engineering rescue systems in Henan Province.
  8. Yellow River Conservancy Commission. Research and development initiatives related to hydraulic structure repair technologies.
  9. Chulalongkorn University. Visiting scholar engineering research collaboration information.
  10. Engineering Reports. Research publication concerning polymer-modified engineering materials for infrastructure protection.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/eng2.70036
  11. Regional university-industry collaboration initiatives in engineering material innovation and technology transfer.
  12. Research concerning sustainable infrastructure durability and water conservancy engineering technologies in China.
  13. Applied engineering innovation programs involving interdisciplinary materials science and civil engineering research.
  14. Global Innovation Technologist Awards. Award recognition platform for innovation and applied research excellence.
    innovationtechnologist.com
  15. Professional recognition records including youth science and technology awards, academic commendations, and innovation acknowledgements associated with Dong Yan’s engineering career.

Juan Pablo Tafur Guisao | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Juan Pablo Tafur Guisao | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Doctor at Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain

Dr. Juan Tafur Guisao is an Assistant Doctor at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, specializing in energy storage, biopolymers, and industrial waste applications in material science. With extensive experience in research and academia, he has contributed to multiple universities across Spain, Ecuador, and Colombia. His expertise spans electrochemistry, materials engineering, and industrial chemistry.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Higher Degree in Industrial Engineering
    • Institution: Polytechnic University of Cartagena, Spain
    • Field of Study: Industrial Engineering
    • Degree Type: 1st and 2nd cycle studies (Equivalent to Bachelor’s and Master’s)

Professional Experience 💼

Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain)

  • Position: Assistant Doctor
  • Department: Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, and Industrial Design, Higher Technical School of Industrial Engineering and Design
  • Start Date: September 1, 2023
  • Responsibilities:
    • Research in energy storage using biopolymers
    • Development of industrial waste-based electrolytes
    • Teaching courses in Chemistry, Materials Science, Macromolecular and Non-metallic Materials, and Environmental Science
    • Master’s-level instruction in Advanced Knowledge of Materials and Applications

Yachay Experimental Technology Research University (Ecuador)

  • Position: Full-Time Professor (October 2017 – August 2023)
  • Department: Engineering, School of Chemical Sciences and Engineering
  • Responsibilities:
    • Research in electrochemical energy storage using copolymers
    • CO₂ capture and eco-packaging development
    • Coordination of the Materials Engineering degree program
    • Teaching various chemistry and engineering courses
    • Faculty internship coordination and academic linkage

Technical University of the North (Ecuador)

  • Position: Full-Time Professor (April 2016 – September 2017)
  • Department: School of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering
  • Responsibilities:
    • Research in energy storage and material sciences
    • Teaching courses in General Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry
    • Degree thesis supervision and coordination
    • Organization of academic conferences and international research collaboration

Polytechnic University of Cartagena (Spain)

  • Position: Laboratory Assistant (October 2012 – February 2016)
  • Responsibilities:
    • Conducting experimental research in material science and electrochemistry

Research Interests 🔬

  • Energy Storage – Electrochemistry, Biopolymers, and Copolymers
  • Sustainable Materials – Industrial Waste Utilization and CO₂ Capture
  • Electrolyte Development – Advanced Materials for Energy Applications
  • Materials Characterization – Using Techniques like SEM, EDX, TGA, DSC, FTIR, XPS, and XRD

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Juan Tafur Guisao is a dedicated researcher and educator with a strong background in materials engineering, chemistry, and energy storage. His work integrates sustainability, industrial waste repurposing, and advanced electrochemical applications. With years of teaching experience at prestigious institutions, he continues to contribute to scientific advancements while mentoring future engineers.

Publications 📚

📄 BLENDS OF TPS WITH MODIFIED MWCNT: CHARACTERIZATION AND APPLICATION
📝 Acta Microscopica
📅 2023 | Journal Article
🔑 EID: 2-s2.0-85163588992
📖 ISSN: 07984545
✍️ Contributors: Garces, B.; Corredor, L.; Michell, R.M.; Tafur, J.P.


📄 Green Energy Storage: Chitosan-Avocado Starch Hydrogels for a Novel Generation of Zinc Battery Electrolytes
📝 Polymers
📅 2023-11-14 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/polym15224398
✍️ Contributors: María I. Cruz-Balaz; María Fernanda Bósquez-Cáceres; Anabel D. Delgado; Noé Arjona; Vivian Morera Córdova; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Juan P. Tafur


📄 Synthesis and characterization of Chitosan-Avocado seed starch hydrogels as electrolytes for zinc-air batteries
📝 Journal of Polymer Research
📅 2023-06 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.1007/s10965-023-03566-0
✍️ Contributors: María I. Cruz-Balaz; María Fernanda Bósquez-Cáceres; José Béjar; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Vivian Morera Córdova; Juan P. Tafur


📄 Enhancing Electrochemical Performance of Zinc-Air Batteries Using Freeze Crosslinked Carboxymethylcellulose-Chitosan Hydrogels as Electrolytes
📝 Journal of The Electrochemical Society
📅 2023-06-01 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.1149/1945-7111/acd876
✍️ Contributors: María Fernanda Bósquez-Cáceres; José Bejar; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Juan P. Tafur


📄 Chitosan-Carboxymethylcellulose Hydrogels as Electrolytes for Zinc–Air Batteries: An Approach to the Transition towards Renewable Energy Storage Devices
📝 Batteries
📅 2022-11-30 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/batteries8120265
✍️ Contributors: María Fernanda Bósquez-Cáceres; Lola De Lima; Vivian Morera Córdova; Anabel D. Delgado; José Béjar; Noé Arjona; Lorena Álvarez-Contreras; Juan P. Tafur


📄 Industrial Processes Online Teaching: A Good Practice for Undergraduate Engineering Students in Times of COVID-19
📝 Sustainability
📅 2022-04 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/su14084776
✍️ Contributors: Marvin Ricaurte; Paola Elizabeth Ordóñez Vivanco; Carlos Navas-Cardenas; Miguel Meneses; Juan P. Tafur; Alfredo Viloria


📄 Mechanical properties and X-ray diffraction analyses of clay/sand pellets for CO2 adsorption: the effects of sand content and humidity
📝 Oil & Gas Science and Technology – Revue d’IFP Energies nouvelles
📅 2021 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.2516/ogst/2021030
✍️ Contributors: Isaac Iglesias; Mayra Jiménez; Andrea M. Gallardo; Edward E. Ávila; Vivian Morera; Alfredo Viloria; Marvin Ricaurte; Juan P. Tafur


📄 Nanocomposite polymer electrolytes for zinc and magnesium batteries: From synthetic to biopolymers
📝 Polymers
📅 2021 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/polym13244284
✍️ Contributors: Bósquez-Cáceres, M.F.; Hidalgo-Bonilla, S.; Córdova, V.M.; Michell, R.M.; Tafur, J.P.


📄 Properties of the PVA-VAVTD KOH Blend as a Gel Polymer Electrolyte for Zinc Batteries
📝 Gels
📅 2021-12-10 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/gels7040256
✍️ Contributors: Alisson A. Iles Velez; Edwin Reyes; Antonio Diaz-Barrios; Florencio Santos; Antonio J. Fernández Romero; Juan P. Tafur


📄 Green Nanocomposites Based on Thermoplastic Starch: A Review
📝 Polymers
📅 2021-09-23 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.3390/polym13193227
✍️ Contributors: Katherine E. Rivadeneira-Velasco; Christian A. Utreras-Silva; Antonio Díaz-Barrios; Alicia E. Sommer-Márquez; Juan P. Tafur; Rose M. Michell


📄 Structural modifications and ionic transport of PVA-KOH hydrogels applied in Zn/Air batteries
📝 Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry
📅 2019 | Journal Article
🔑 DOI: 10.1016/j.jelechem.2019.113380
✍️ Contributors: Santos, F.; Tafur, J.P.; Abad, J.; Fernández Romero, A.J.


Jun Li | Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Jun Li | Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor of Kunming university, China

Li Jun is a dedicated researcher and educator passionate about advancing sustainable building technologies and energy storage solutions. His work emphasizes the development of safe and efficient materials to tackle modern energy challenges. 🌍💡📚

Publication Profile : 

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🎓 Educational Background :

Li Jun earned his Ph.D. in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics from Chongqing University (September 2016 – December 2020). He completed his Master’s in the same field at Guangdong University of Technology (September 2013 – June 2016) and obtained his Bachelor’s in Physics from Donghua University of Science and Technology (September 2008 – June 2012).

💼 Professional Experience :

Li Jun has a rich academic career, currently serving as a Lecturer at Kunming University since February 2023. Prior to this role, he was involved in postdoctoral research at Guangdong University of Technology from January 2021 to November 2022. His extensive training and research experiences have equipped him with expertise in thermal safety and energy storage technologies.

📚 Research Interests : 

Li’s research interests lie primarily in the fields of thermal energy storage, phase change materials, and enhanced thermal safety. He focuses on the design and construction of innovative materials for high heat flux density electronic cooling.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  • Jun Li, Yingbiao Yuan, Haoxin Chen, Lisi Jia, Na Zhang, Shuxian He, Renjie Chen, Rao Tao, Hongfei Zhang, Jiaoyang Li.
    Highly stable and nonflammable hydrated salt nanocapsules with inorganic-organic composite shell for sustainable building technology.
    Journal of Energy Storage, 2024, 79: 110173.
    (Sole First Author, Sole Corresponding Author)
  • Jun Li, Haoxin Chen, Lisi Jia, Xiaoyun Zhu, Guangjun Qin, Ying Chen.
    Preparation and characterization of Na2HPO4·12H2O@polymethyl methacrylate nanocapsule for efficient thermal energy storage.
    Journal of Energy Storage, 2022, 53: 105133.
    (Sole First Author)
  • Jun Li, Lisi Jia, Ying Chen, Longjian Li, Songping Mo, Jiacheng Wang, Chao Wang.
    Microfluidic fabrication and thermal properties of microencapsulated n-heptadecane with hexanediol diacrylate shell for thermal energy storage.
    Applied Thermal Engineering, 2019, 162: 114278.
    (Sole First Author)
  • Jun Li, Xiaoyun Zhu, Huichang Wang, Pengcheng Lin, Lisi Jia, Longjian Li, Ying Chen.
    Synthesis and properties of multifunctional microencapsulated phase change material for intelligent textiles.
    Journal of Materials Science, 2020, 3(56): 2176-2191.
    (Sole First Author)
  • Jun Li, Haoxin Chen, Lisi Jia, Ying Chen.
    Nanoencapsulation of Silicon Carbide-Doped Hydrated Salt for Safe and High-Efficient Battery Thermal Management.
    ACS Applied Energy Materials, 2022, 5(9): 11581-11590.
    (Sole First Author)