Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zheng Xueping | Inorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Chang’an University, China

👨‍🎓Profiles

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Assoc. Prof. Zheng Xueping of Chang’an University has cultivated a robust academic foundation grounded in applied material science and energy technology, with a core focus on hydrogen production and storage. Her early academic pursuits positioned her strongly within China’s rapidly growing hydrogen energy landscape, enabling her to take on significant national projects early in her career.

🏛️ Professional Endeavors

Currently serving as an Associate Professor, Dr. Zheng has played vital roles in both academic research and national-level scientific initiatives. She has presided over and contributed to over 50 major projects, including prestigious programs such as 863, 973, and key R&D initiatives from the Ministry of Science and Technology, as well as projects under the National Natural Science Foundation of China. She has independently led two provincial-level projects and one at the city level in Xi’an, showcasing her leadership and influence across various administrative and academic spheres.

🔬 Research Focus and Contributions

Her research is sharply focused on hydrogen production technologies via hydrolysis and advanced hydrogen storage systems. She has made substantial contributions to the development of solid-state hydrogen storage alloys and storage tanks, with applications in grid connectivity, energy buffering, and power generation. Notably, her work in low-temperature hydrogen storage alloys, initiated as early as 2007, has already seen industrial implementation. She has further contributed to innovative hydrogen production methods through hydrolysis of sodium borohydride and nano-aluminum, and independently designed hydrolysis-based hydrogen generation devices—leading to numerous patents.

🧪 Applications and Innovation Highlights

Dr. Zheng’s applied innovations extend beyond theoretical research. She developed high-end white glaze for Hong Kong in collaboration with Tangshan No.5 Ceramics Factory, designed sol-gel farad membrane machines for university use, and engineered a novel composite cement mortar admixture that resolved critical technical challenges during the construction of Xi’an Metro Line 3. These contributions exemplify her capability to transition research into practical, industrial-scale solutions.

🏅 Awards and Recognitions

Her innovative work has earned her multiple honors. These include a First Prize and a Third Prize at the provincial/ministerial level, the Merit Award at the 2023 “Maker China” High-End Manufacturing Competition, a Second Prize at the 2024 Xi’an Women’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, and recognition under the Xi’an Scientist + Engineer Project in 2025. These awards reflect not only her academic excellence but also her role in advancing technology-driven entrepreneurship.

📚 Academic Citations and Publications

With over 60 published articles—more than 20 of which are SCI-indexed—Dr. Zheng’s research has significantly shaped the academic discourse around hydrogen energy. She has secured nine invention patents and six utility model patents, with several more under evaluation. Her publication portfolio includes key works on rare earth, titanium-based, and magnesium-based hydrogen storage alloys, and hydrolysis-based hydrogen generation methods. These contributions have advanced both fundamental science and technological implementation.

🔍 Editorial Roles and Peer Recognition

She serves as an external reviewer for high-impact journals including International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Journal of Power Sources, and Journal of Alloys and Compounds, evidencing the recognition of her expertise by the global scientific community. Moreover, she has been repeatedly invited to participate in the selection process of the internationally prestigious “Eni Award” by the Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei in Italy.

🧑‍🔬 Professional Memberships and Advisory Roles

Dr. Zheng is actively involved in scientific governance and policy advisory roles. She serves as a review expert for multiple provincial Science and Technology Departments across China, including Shaanxi, Jiangxi, Shanxi, Xizang, Qinghai, Yunnan, and Heilongjiang. She is a member of the Powder Metallurgy Branch of the Chinese Society for Metals, part of the Expert Committee on Energy Materials and Devices in the National Materials Think Tank, and an expert in the National Postgraduate Education Evaluation system.

👩‍🏫 Teaching and Mentorship

As an academic mentor and educator, Dr. Zheng contributes to the training of future scientists and engineers in the field of hydrogen materials and clean energy technology. She supports young researchers through active guidance and provides access to real-world project experience via her numerous research initiatives.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Assoc. Prof. Zheng Xueping’s legacy is deeply embedded in the practical and scalable development of hydrogen storage and production technologies. Her work bridges the gap between high-level material science and societal energy needs. Moving forward, her research is expected to make a lasting impact on China’s national hydrogen strategy, the clean energy transition, and global collaborative innovation. With a remarkable record of academic achievement, applied invention, and policy-level engagement, she is poised to remain at the forefront of hydrogen energy research and technological advancement.

📖Notable Publications

Effect of loaded Co–B on hydrogen release performance of sodium borohydride
Journal: Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids
Year: 2025

Effect of Co–B on the hydrogen storage properties of LiAlH₄
Journal: Chemical Physics Letters
Year: 2025

Study on capacity of HPSB hydrogen storage material catalyzed by Sm₂O₃
Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
Year: 2024

Hydrogen generation by hydrolysis of alkaline NaBH₄ solution doped with amorphous catalyst Co–Y₂O₃–B/CNTs
Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
Year: 2024

A novel hydrogen storage material: The hydrolysis products of sodium borohydride
Journal: Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids
Year: 2024