Keju Sun | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Keju Sun
Yanshan University, China
Keju Sun
Affiliation Yanshan University
Country China
Scopus ID 23670545200
Documents 119
Citations 4,447
h-index 34
Subject Area Physical Chemistry
Event International Analytical Chemistry Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-8791-4646

Keju Sun is a researcher affiliated with Yanshan University, China, whose scholarly record encompasses computational chemistry, catalysis, materials chemistry, electronic-structure studies, and related areas of physical chemistry. Publicly available ORCID information associates Sun with Yanshan University and identifies Scopus Author ID 23670545200 and ORCID 0000-0001-8791-4646. [1]

Abstract

This recognition profile evaluates the research record of Keju Sun in the context of the Best Researcher Award associated with the International Analytical Chemistry Awards. Sun is affiliated with Yanshan University in China and is identified in ORCID records as a researcher working across chemistry-related research areas. The documented publication record includes work involving catalysis, computational modelling, electronic and magnetic properties, materials chemistry, electrochemical processes, and related physical-chemistry problems. [1]

Keywords

Keju Sun; Best Researcher Award; Physical Chemistry; Computational Chemistry; Catalysis; First-Principles Calculations; Materials Chemistry; Electrocatalysis; Electronic Structure; Yanshan University; International Analytical Chemistry Awards.

Introduction

Physical chemistry integrates principles of chemistry and physics to explain molecular behaviour, materials properties, chemical reactivity, and energy transformations. Contemporary research in the field increasingly combines theoretical calculations, computational modelling, experimental characterization, and materials-oriented applications. Sun’s publicly documented research record reflects this interdisciplinary character, with publications addressing catalytic systems, electronic structures, magnetic behaviour, reaction mechanisms, and functional materials. [1]

Research Profile

Sun’s research profile is associated with physical chemistry and closely connected areas including heterogeneous catalysis, computational chemistry, materials chemistry, electrochemistry, and theoretical studies of electronic and magnetic properties. The ORCID record identifies catalysis among the researcher’s keywords. [1]

Research Contributions

A notable aspect of the documented research is the application of computational approaches to understand structure–property and structure–activity relationships. Studies involving MoS2-based catalysts have investigated reaction mechanisms and descriptors for catalytic activity, illustrating the use of atomistic modelling to interpret catalytic behaviour. [5]

Publications

The supplied profile reports 119 documents. The publicly available ORCID record currently lists 125 works, including journal articles published through 2026. [1] The difference between profile counts may reflect differences in indexing dates, database coverage, document types, or record synchronization and should therefore be interpreted as source-specific rather than as a contradiction.

Research Impact

The supplied bibliometric profile reports 4,447 citations and an h-index of 34. These indicators suggest that a substantial body of the research has been cited within the scholarly literature. Bibliometric measures, however, are best interpreted together with publication venues, authorship contributions, research originality, methodological quality, and field-specific citation practices.

Award Suitability

Based on the supplied metrics and publicly documented research record, Keju Sun presents a profile that is relevant to consideration for the Best Researcher Award under the International Analytical Chemistry Awards. The combination of a substantial publication record, reported citation activity, an h-index of 34, and research spanning several interconnected areas of physical and analytical chemistry provides a quantitative and qualitative basis for recognition.

Conclusion

Keju Sun’s documented scholarly record reflects sustained research activity in physical chemistry and related chemical-science disciplines. The research encompasses catalytic mechanisms, computational modelling, electronic and magnetic properties, electrocatalytic materials, and other advanced materials-chemistry topics. Publicly available ORCID information confirms the researcher’s Yanshan University affiliation, Scopus Author ID, ORCID identifier, and extensive publication record. [1]

1. ORCID Profile – Keju Sun

2. Scopus Author Profile – Keju Sun

3. International Analytical Chemistry Awards

References

1.  ORCID. (n.d.). Keju Sun – ORCID record, works, employment and researcher identifiers. ORCID.
           https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8791-4646

2. Sun, K., et al. (2023). First-principles and microkinetic simulation studies of CO2 hydrogenation mechanism and active site on MoS2 catalyst. Applied Surface Science. DOI: 10.1016/j.apsusc.2023.157721.
          https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsusc.2023.157721

3. Song, X., Sun, K., et al. (2019). Facet-Dependent of Catalytic Selectivity: The Case of H2O2 Direct Synthesis on Pd Surfaces. The Journal of Physical Chemistry C. DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpcc.9b07097.
          https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jpcc.9b07097

4. Sun, K., et al. (2022). Finding Key Factors for Efficient Water and Methanol Activation at Metals, Oxides, MXenes, and Metal/Oxide Interfaces. ACS Catalysis. DOI: 10.1021/acscatal.1c03405.
          https://doi.org/10.1021/acscatal.1c03405

5.Sun, K., et al. (2023). A structure-sensitive descriptor for the design of active sites on MoS2 catalysts. Catalysis Science & Technology: 10.1039/D3CY00575E.
        https://doi.org/10.1039/D3CY00575E

Davide Rossi | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Davide Rossi | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Padua, Italy

Profiles

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Davide Rossi embarked on his academic journey in the pharmaceutical sciences by completing a combined B.S. and M.D. in Pharmacy at the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Camerino, Italy. His formative academic years laid the foundation for a multidisciplinary approach that integrates physical chemistry with pharmaceutical applications. His early interests in understanding the physicochemical behaviors of materials evolved into specialized expertise in surface tensiometry and its practical relevance in drug systems and biointerfaces.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Rossi has been actively engaged as a Researcher Collaborator and Contractor Researcher at the Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, University of Padova, Italy. In his role, he has pioneered analytical methodologies to determine surface tension in liquids, successfully eliminating the interference of surface roughness and friction forces. His methodology culminated in a unique pure number-based approach—now recognized in surface tensiometry—which provides unprecedented precision in characterizing drug release, permeation processes, and biopharmaceutical behavior. He has also served as the Technical Director for the Osservatorio Termale Permanente (OTP), contributing significantly to studies on peloids, sanitizing technologies, and electrochemical systems in healthcare.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Rossi’s most impactful scientific contributions are centered around the development of innovative concepts in surface tensiometry. These include the Solid-Like Methodology (SLM), the definition of the Rossi number—a dimensionless index to describe tensiometric behavior—and the Integrated Analytical Approach (IAA), a novel framework that merges volume element, structure, and surface data to investigate dynamic behaviors in complex systems. His work bridges theoretical surface science with tangible applications in drug release, monoclonal antibody characterization, and ex vivo permeation phenomena.

Impact and Influence

The influence of Dr. Rossi’s research extends into applied pharmacological technology, especially in the thermal, biological, and electrochemical domains. His patented developments—including the Tensiometric PFPE Liquid Film, the Surface Tensiometry PFPE Liquid Film (Rossi number), and PFPE Biological Fixative—demonstrate strong translational value, particularly in pharmaceutical testing and therapeutic material innovation. His research has sparked new standards in how tensiometry is applied in quality control, safety assessments, and the material sciences.

Technical Skills

Dr. Rossi possesses extensive expertise in analytical instrumentation and surface analysis. His specialization in surface tensiometry involves precise measurement techniques and modeling of liquid-solid interactions within complex biological and synthetic systems. His methodological advancements reveal proficiency in the use of custom-built devices and multi-parametric models to investigate structural integrity and material behavior.

Teaching Experience

Though primarily a research-focused professional, Dr. Rossi has also contributed to academic mentorship and collaborative scientific exchanges within his institution and professional networks. His involvement in research contracts and inter-institutional initiatives suggests a strong role in training early-career researchers and fostering analytical thinking in pharmaceutical sciences.

Academic Collaborations and Memberships

Dr. Rossi has cultivated international research collaborations, notably as a co-founding member of the H₂S in Balneology Global Initiative, working alongside leading figures in therapeutic hydrology. He holds membership in prestigious professional organizations including the Association of Pharmacist International (API) and the American Chemical Society (ACS), aligning his research within global scientific communities and ensuring exposure to interdisciplinary innovations.

Legacy and Future Contributions

With a focus on systematizing surface data and integrating them into pharmaceutical evaluation protocols, Dr. Rossi’s legacy is the transformation of surface tensiometry from a niche analytical tool into a cornerstone of modern pharmaceutical characterization. His ongoing research aims to refine his methodologies further for broader application across natural and artificial systems. The fusion of structural science, surface dynamics, and drug technology in his work promises to influence future drug design, delivery systems, and material validation techniques.

Notable Publications

Within-tree variations in the surface free energy of wood assessed by contact angle analysis
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Rossi, Sergio; Morin, Hubert; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Wood Science & Technology
Year: 2012

A combined chemico-mineralogical and tensiometric approach for evaluation of thermal mud quality
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Jobstraibizer, Pier Giorgio; Dal Bosco, Camilla; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology
Year: 2012

Development of a tensiometric model for surface energy characterization of raw coffee beans
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Mioni, Enrico; Zancato, Mirella; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of Food Engineering
Year: 2012

1st National Catalogue of Innovations for Human Development in Albania
Authors: Uruci, Renata; Vuji, Marina; Rossi, Davide; Orefice, Simone; Turco, Lucia
Journal: Shtypshkronja Maluka (Publisher), Tirana, Albania
Year: 2012

Tenskinmetric evaluation of surface energy changes in adult skin: Evidence from 834 normal subjects monitored in controlled conditions
Authors: Dal Bosco, Camilla; Rossi, Davide; Brunetta, Andrea; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Cosmetics
Year: 2014

The combined action TVS mud index/TVS skin test as an evaluation marker of skin functionality and thermal mud effectiveness
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Dal Bosco, Camilla; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of The Japanese Society of Balneology, Climatology and Physical Medicine
Year: 2015