Dr. Guochang Li | Electrochemistry | Innovative Research Award
Professor at Ningbo University, China
Dr. Guochang Li is a distinguished associate professor at the School of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Ningbo University. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Nanjing University in 2021 under the mentorship of Prof. Zheng Hu (Cheung Kong Scholar/National Distinguished Young Scholar). Dr. Li specializes in the design, synthesis, and application of carbon-based materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and their derivatives for energy storage and conversion systems. His research integrates advanced material characterization, theoretical simulations, and practical energy applications, contributing significantly to high-impact publications and patents in the field.
Publication Profile
Educational Background 
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Ph.D. in Chemistry, Nanjing University, 2021
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Tutor: Prof. Zheng Hu (胡征), Cheung Kong Scholar, National Distinguished Young Scholar
Professional Experience 
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Distinguished Associate Professor
School of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering,
Ningbo University, China
(Date unspecified–Present)
Research Interests 
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Functional carbon-based materials and MOFs
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Hybrid capacitors and secondary batteries (e.g., Na-ion, Zn-ion, Li–S)
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Electrocatalysis for water splitting and CO₂ reduction
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Single-/double-atomic site electrodes
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Mechanistic studies on SEI film formation and ion migration
Scientific Achievements
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Publications: Published multiple high-impact articles in Angewandte Chemie, Advanced Functional Materials, Advanced Materials, Small, and Dalton Transactions.
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Representative Work:
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Single atomic Cu–C₃ sites for ultra-stable sodium-ion batteries, Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., 2024
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NiSe₂/Co₃Se₄ quantum dots for Ni–Zn batteries, Adv. Funct. Mater., 2024
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Carbon nanocages for ultrahigh energy supercapacitors, Small, 2022
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Patents:
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Hierarchical carbon-based nanocages for supercapacitors (ZL202111360190.4)
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Sandwich nanomaterials and NiSe₂/Co₃Se₄ nanospheres (under substantive examination)
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Scientific Research Projects
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Principal Investigator (PI):
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NSFC Project: Functionalized collapsed carbon nanocages for Zn-ion hybrid capacitors (22209083), 2023–2025
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Co-Investigator:
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NSFC Key Projects:
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Porous metal heterostructures for water splitting (52071174), 2021–2024
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High-power lithium–sulfur electrodes via synergistic confinement and electrocatalysis (21832003), 2019–2023
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Technical Expertise
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Experimental Equipment: Construction and maintenance of tubular furnaces, GC, gas systems
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Instrumentation: SEM, HRTEM, XRD, FT-IR, Raman, Electrochemical analyzer, BET surface area analyzers
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Software & Simulations: Materials Studio, OriginLab, Chemdraw, Jade, XPSPEAK, Photoshop, 3Ds Max, Endnote
Future Research Plan
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Na-ion Batteries: Development of single/double atomic site electrodes to regulate electrode–electrolyte interfacial chemistry, SEI formation, and Na⁺ transport.
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Zn-I₂ Batteries: Design of advanced electrode materials with enhanced electrochemical performance using atomic-level engineering.
Conclusion
Dr. Guochang Li is an emerging leader in materials chemistry, with a rapidly growing research portfolio centered on next-generation energy devices. His blend of experimental skills, theoretical insight, and interdisciplinary approach enables significant advancements in carbon nanostructures, atomic-scale catalysis, and battery technologies. Backed by strong publication and patent records, Dr. Li continues to push the frontier of energy materials research.
Publications 
Mo-Doped Ni-Co Selenide Nanosheets as High-Performance Electrodes for Aqueous Ni-Zn Batteries and Supercapacitors
M. Xu, S. Cui, X. Fu, … G. Li, L. Han
ACS Applied Nano Materials
2025 |
Citations: 0
Fluorine-Doped Carbon Dots Decorated on Iron-Cobalt Selenide Nanosheets as Superior Electrocatalysts for Oxygen Evolution in Seawater
J. Dai, L. Zhang, Z. Zhang, … G. Li, L. Han
Applied Surface Science
2025 |
Citations: 1
Single Atomic Cu–C₃ Sites Catalyzed Interfacial Chemistry in Bi@C for Ultra-Stable and Ultrafast Sodium-Ion Batteries
G. Li, Y. Tang, Y. Wang, … H. Pang, L. Han
Angewandte Chemie International Edition
2025 |
Citations: 2
Phosphorus Doping in Co₉S₈/Ni₃S₂ Hollow Nanorods for Supercapacitors
S. Cui, L. Wu, X. Lu, … X.W. Xiao, L. Han
ACS Applied Nano Materials
2025 |
Citations: 1
Silver Nanoparticle-Decorated NiFe-MOFs as Highly Active Electrocatalysts for Overall Water Splitting
C. Zhang, H. Chen, C. Zhou, … G. Li, L. Han
ACS Applied Nano Materials
2025 |
Citations: 0
Boosting High Energy Density for Aqueous Ni–Zn Batteries by Synergetic Engineering of Bimetal Doping and Se Vacancy in Ni₃Se₂
X. Fu, S. Cui, M. Xu, … X. Xiao, L. Han
ACS Applied Energy Materials
2025 |
Citations: 0