Yuhua Yang | Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yuhua Yang | Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University | China

Dr. Yuhua Yang is an accomplished materials scientist specializing in nanomaterials synthesis and advanced electrochemical energy-storage systems, with a strong focus on lithium-ion and lithium-sulfur battery technologies. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Nanchang University, a master’s degree from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, and a Ph.D. from Hunan University. He has significant industrial and academic experience, having served in roles at Haier Group, China Netcom Corporation, and Yichun University before joining the School of Materials and Energy at Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University. His research portfolio centers on bio-derived nanostructures and engineered electrode materials designed to overcome critical battery challenges, including volume expansion, low coulombic efficiency, and poor cycle stability. Representative studies include innovative Sn-based and Ni-based electrodes derived from bacterial carbon and natural biotemplates, such as Bacillus subtilis-based carbon @Sn anodes and yolk-shell Ni₃P-carbon@graphene frameworks, demonstrating enhanced electrochemical stability and durability. His recent publications also explore advanced core-shell architectures and flexible bacterial-carbon/graphene systems , reflecting his continuing drive toward high-capacity, stable, and flexible battery platforms. Notably, his contribution to bacteria-derived carbon materials for Li-S batteries published in Nano Letters  has been cited 110 times, underscoring international recognition of his work. Across 15 indexed publications, Dr. Yang has accumulated 515 citations from 487 documents and holds an h-index of 7 in Scopus, indicating strong and growing impact in the fields of materials chemistry and energy storage. His innovative approach of integrating biological templates with advanced nanostructuring strategies provides sustainable pathways for next-generation battery materials, positioning him as a rising leader in energy and nanomaterials research.

Profile : Scopus 

Featured Publications

Li, F., Han, P.-T., … Yang, Y.-H. (2025). The core-shell structure of bacteria-based C@Sn/Carbon nanotubes exhibits super-stable cycling performance for lithium-ion battery anodes. Journal of Power Sources, 645.

Li, F., Han, P.-T., … Yang, Y.-H. (2025). Flexible Co₃(PO₄)₂@ bacterial carbon/reduced graphene oxides for Li-ion batteries anode. Materials Letters, 389.

Zhang, Z.-W., Li, F., … Yang, Y.-H. (2024). Ultra-high first coulombic efficiency and stable cycle performance of bacterial-based C/Sn/SnS nanomaterial for lithium-ion battery anodes. Chemical Physics Letters, 840.

Yang, Y.-H., Xi, Z.-C., … Zhou, J. (2023). Gram-positive bacteria Bacillus subtilis-based carbon @ Sn anode for high-performance Li-ion batteries. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 34(8).

Yang, Y.-H., Zhang, Z.-W., … Zhou, J. (2022). The photoluminescence materials of green light Gd₂O₃:Eu and its influencing factors. Journal of the Physical Society of Japan, 91(11).

Emma Rebeca Macías Balleza | Polymer Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Emma Rebeca Macías Balleza | Polymer Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Guadalajara, Mexico

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Emma Rebeca Macías Balleza began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (1990) from the University of Guadalajara, followed by a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering (1994). Her passion for materials and chemical processes led her to pursue a Doctorate in Science in Chemical Engineering at the same university, in cotutorship with a Doctorate in Physics from the University of Grenoble, France (2002). This strong foundation in multidisciplinary studies allowed her to develop expertise in polymers, nanomaterials, and complex fluid rheology.

🏛️ Professional Endeavors

Currently, she serves as a Senior Research Professor at the Department of Chemical Engineering in the University Centre of Exact Sciences and Engineering, University of Guadalajara. Over the years, she has actively contributed to industrial and academic projects, fostering international collaborations with institutions such as Université Grenoble Alpes (France), Université de Rennes (France), and the University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain). Her consultancy work extends to more than ten industry projects, further bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical applications.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Her research is centered on polymer synthesis and characterization, the rheology of complex fluids, and the development of nanomaterials from agroindustrial waste for reinforcement in polymeric and construction matrices. These areas of expertise contribute significantly to sustainable materials engineering, where she explores innovative ways to utilize waste materials for high-performance applications.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Emma Macías Balleza is a recognized researcher and academic leader, having completed ten collaborative research projects and published extensively. She has played a pivotal role in shaping research policies and evaluations at both institutional and national levels. As a National System of Researchers member since 2002 and a Professor with a Desirable Profile by the Ministry of Public Education since 2000, she continuously influences the next generation of researchers.

📊 Academic Citations and Publications

Her extensive publication record includes:

  • Google Scholar: 60 documents, 746 citations, h-index 16
  • Scopus: 38 documents, 572 citations, h-index 14
  • SCI/Scopus Indexed Journals: 43 publications
    She has also contributed to three chapter books, enhancing the global knowledge base in analytical chemistry and polymer engineering.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Her technical expertise spans polymer characterization, rheological analysis, nanomaterial synthesis, and analytical chemistry techniques. She has extensive experience in material testing and the application of nanotechnology in industrial and construction materials.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience and Mentorship

Emma Macías Balleza is deeply involved in postgraduate education, contributing as a faculty member in Materials Science programs. She has mentored numerous students and participated in advisory roles within institutional and national evaluation committees, such as SEP and CONHACYT. She also serves as a reviewer for prestigious scientific journals, ensuring the advancement of research in her field.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

As the head of the Rheology Academic Group at the University of Guadalajara, she has been instrumental in advancing research on fluid behavior in complex systems. Her contributions to the study of sustainable nanomaterials hold promise for future advancements in environmentally friendly polymers and industrial applications. Looking ahead, her work aims to further integrate circular economy principles into materials science, promoting green and efficient solutions for polymer engineering.

📖Notable Publications

  • Influence of Chemical, Morphological, Spectroscopic and Calorimetric Properties of Agroindustrial Cellulose Wastes on Drainage Behavior in Stone Mastic Asphalt Mixtures

    • Authors: L.Y. Cabello-Suárez, J. Anzaldo-Hernández, J.R. Galaviz-Gonzalez, P. Limón-Covarrubias, E.R. Macías-Balleza
    • Journal: Materials
    • Year: 2024
  • Thermoplastic Starch Biocomposite Films Reinforced with Nanocellulose from Agave tequilana Weber var. Azul Bagasse

    • Authors: M.G. Lomelí-Ramírez, B. Reyes-Alfaro, S.L. Martínez-Salcedo, E.R. Macías-Balleza, S. García-Enriquez
    • Journal: Polymers
    • Year: 2023
  • Structural Behavior of Amphiphilic Triblock Copolymer P104/Water System

    • Authors: É.B. Figueroa-Ochoa, L.M. Bravo-Anaya, R. Vaca-López, Y. Rharbi, J.F.A. Soltero-Martínez
    • Journal: Polymers
    • Year: 2023
  • Optimization of the obtaining of cellulose nanocrystals from agave tequilana weber var. Azul Bagasse by acid hydrolysis

    • Authors: M.A. Gallardo-Sánchez, T. Diaz-Vidal, A.B. Navarro-Hermosillo, S.G. Enríquez, E.R. Macías-Balleza
    • Journal: Nanomaterials
    • Year: 2021