Dr. Sohdam Jeong | Polymer | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sohdam Jeong | Polymer | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sohdam Jeong, Dong-eui University, South Korea

Dr. Sohdam Jeong πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Dong-Eui University πŸ‡°πŸ‡·. She earned her Ph.D. πŸŽ“ in Chemical Engineering from UNIST and previously served as a senior researcher at LG Chem πŸ§ͺ. Her research spans multiscale simulations, polymer physics, and rheology, contributing significantly to molecular dynamics and polymer behavior modeling πŸ’»πŸ§«. Recognized with multiple awards πŸ† for innovation and academic excellence, Dr. Jeong is a rising figure in computational polymer science. Her work bridges academic insight with industrial applications, shaping next-gen polymeric materials πŸ”¬πŸ§©.

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πŸ…Β Summary of Suitability :

Dr. Sohdam Jeong πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at Dong-Eui University πŸ‡°πŸ‡·. She earned her Ph.D. πŸŽ“ in Chemical Engineering from UNIST and previously worked as a senior researcher at LG Chem πŸ§ͺ. Her research focuses on multiscale simulations, polymer physics, and rheology β€” advancing our understanding of molecular dynamics and polymer behavior modeling πŸ’»πŸ§«. Recognized with multiple awards πŸ† for innovation and academic excellence, Dr. Jeong is a rising star in computational polymer science. Her work bridges cutting-edge academic research with real-world industrial applications, shaping the future of polymeric materials πŸ”¬πŸ§©.

πŸŽ“ Education & Experience :

  • πŸ§ͺ Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering – UNIST, Ulsan (2019)

  • πŸ§ͺ M.S. in Chemical Engineering – UNIST, Ulsan (2016)

  • πŸ§ͺ B.S. in Chemical & Materials Engineering – UNIST, Ulsan (2013)

πŸ’Ό Professional Experience:

  • πŸ‘©β€πŸ« Assistant Professor – Dong-Eui University (2022–Present)

  • 🧬 Senior Researcher (μ±…μž„μ—°κ΅¬μ›) – LG Chem, Rheology Team (2019–2022)

  • 🌍 Visiting Student Researcher – Johannes Kepler University, Austria (2012)

πŸ“š Professional Development :

Dr. Jeong’s professional development reflects a robust blend of academic excellence and industrial expertise πŸ§ πŸ”¬. Her transition from LG Chem’s R&D center πŸ§ͺβ€”where she led efforts in rheological simulationsβ€”to academia exemplifies her versatile research and leadership skills. At Dong-Eui University, she continues to develop innovative simulation methods, patents, and interdisciplinary collaborations 🀝πŸ–₯️. Participating in international programs and presenting award-winning work at key scientific conferences πŸ…πŸŒ, she has cultivated a dynamic and forward-looking career that balances theoretical insight with applied solutions in chemical engineering and polymer science πŸ”πŸ§«.

πŸ”¬ Research Focus Area :

Dr. Jeong’s research is rooted in the simulation and modeling of polymer systems, bridging chemistry, physics, and computational engineering πŸ§¬πŸ’». Her expertise lies in multiscale computer simulations, molecular dynamics, polymer rheology, and coarse-grained modeling of soft matter πŸ§ͺ🧠. She investigates the intrinsic properties and behaviors of polymer blends and composites under various conditions, enhancing material performance predictions and molecular behavior understanding πŸ”πŸ§±. With both academic and industrial impact, her work supports the advancement of sustainable and high-performance polymeric materials for diverse applications, from biomedical to industrial uses β™»οΈβš—οΈ.

πŸ† Awards and Honors :

  • πŸ… 2021 Open Innovation Award – LG Chem

  • πŸ–ΌοΈ 2021 Tech Fair Excellent Poster Award – LG Chem

  • 🎨 2021 DX Best Poster Award – LG Chem

  • πŸ’° 2020 On-Spot Incentive – LG Chem

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ“ 2019 Hoemyoung Graduate Research Award

  • 🧾 2018 Excellent Paper Award – Polymer Society of Korea

  • πŸ”₯ 2018 Top 10 Hottest Articles – Journal of Rheology

  • πŸ… 2017 Excellent Paper Award – Korean Society of Rheology

  • πŸ§ͺ 2017 Excellent Paper Award – Korea Institute of Chemical Engineering

  • 🧱 2017 Society of Plastic Engineers Korea Award

  • πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ 2016 Young Woman Researcher Award – Korea Institute of Chemical Engineering

  • πŸ–ΌοΈ 2013 UNIST Poster Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Hewei Yan | Organic polymers | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hewei Yan | Organic polymers | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hewei Yan, Nanchang Hangkong University, China

Dr. Hewei Yan 🌟 is a talented researcher and lecturer at Nanchang Hangkong University, specializing in Analytical Chemistry. He graduated from Central China Normal University in 2021, and later conducted postdoctoral research at Shenzhen University. His work focuses on the design and preparation of porous organic polymers, with applications in environmental science. He has contributed to several high-impact publications in journals like ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces and Chemistry–A European Journal. Currently, he leads research projects funded by Nanchang Hangkong University, advancing innovations in environmental applications. πŸŒ±πŸ”¬

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Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Dr. Hewei Yan is an exceptionally promising candidate for the Best Researcher Award, thanks to his innovative research in analytical chemistry, his rapid career progression, and his significant contributions to environmental science.

Education and Experience

πŸŽ“ Education

  • Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (2021): Central China Normal University.
  • Postdoctoral Research (2021–2023): Shenzhen University.
  • Lecturer (2023–Present): School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Nanchang Hangkong University.

πŸ’Ό Experience

  • Lecturer: Nanchang Hangkong University, 2023–Present.
  • Postdoctoral Researcher: Shenzhen University, 2021–2023.

Professional Development

Dr. Hewei Yan πŸ’‘ has rapidly advanced in his academic career, moving from a graduate student at Central China Normal University to a postdoctoral researcher at Shenzhen University. Since 2023, he has served as a lecturer at Nanchang Hangkong University, where he teaches and supervises research projects in the environmental and chemical engineering fields. Dr. Yan’s contributions to porous organic polymers have garnered recognition in the scientific community, including multiple publications in prestigious journals. His work is funded by his doctoral research start-up fund project at Nanchang Hangkong University, driving innovative environmental research. πŸŒπŸ”¬

Research Focus

Dr. Hewei Yan specializes in the development of porous organic polymers 🌱, with a particular focus on their applications in the environmental field. His research includes designing materials that can efficiently remove pollutants from the environment, contributing to sustainability and pollution control. He is also investigating aggregation-induced emission polymer systems with circularly polarized luminescence for advanced applications in environmental monitoring and remediation. His work bridges chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering to solve real-world challenges. πŸŒπŸ”¬

Awards and Honors

πŸ† Doctoral Research Start-Up Fund: Nanchang Hangkong University (2024).
πŸŽ– Outstanding Researcher: Shenzhen University (2023).
πŸ₯‡ Best Paper Award: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces (2021).
πŸ… Academic Achievement Award: Central China Normal University (2020).

Publication Top Notes:

  • πŸ“œ Electron-Rich COFs with a Bis-Triphenylamine Structure as the Main Chain: Ultrafast and Ultrahigh Iodine Capture – Cited by: 3 πŸ“ˆ
  • πŸ“œ Hydrazide-Functionalized Covalent Organic Frameworks Exhibit Ultra-High Palladium Adsorption Capacity and Excellent Selectivity  – Cited by: 8 πŸ“ˆ
  • πŸ“œ Introgression of Lone Electron Pairs into Ο€-Conjugated Structures Resulting in Giant Electron-Rich Clusters with High Trapping Capacity for Iodine Molecules – Cited by: 1 πŸ“‰
  • πŸ“œ A Novel COP Adsorbent Built up by Thiophene Group: Rapid and Selective Adsorption Toward Trace Hazardous Hg(II)  – Cited by: 2 πŸ“ˆ
  • πŸ“œ Strong Acid- and Irradiation-Resistant Nitrogen-Rich Covalent Organic Polymers with High Iodine Adsorption Capacity  – Cited by: 1 πŸ“‰

 

 

Prof. Dr. IGOR PONOMAREV | Polymer Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. IGOR PONOMAREV | Polymer Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. IGOR PONOMAREV , A.N.Nesmeyanov Institute of Organo-Element Compounds , Russia

Dr. Igor Igorevich Ponomarev is a distinguished researcher and head of laboratory at the A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds of the Russian Academy of Sciences (INEOS RAS). Born on April 17, 1953, in Leipzig, Germany, he has been with INEOS RAS since 1975 after completing his education at the Moscow Mendeleev Institute of Chemical Technology. Dr. Ponomarev earned his Ph.D. in 1979 and his Doctor of Science degree in 1991. His research focuses on the synthesis of high-performance heterocyclic rigid-rod linear polymers and their applications in molecular photonics, electronics, and hydrogen energy. He has achieved significant milestones in developing novel catalysts for fuel cells and new proton-conducting membranes. Dr. Ponomarev has numerous patents and actively collaborates with international partners, contributing to projects funded by the Russian Scientific Foundation and the Russian Foundation for Basic Researches.

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Education:

Dr. Igor Igorevich Ponomarev pursued his academic journey at the Moscow Mendeleev Institute of Chemical Technology, where he earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 1979. Building upon this foundation, he continued his scholarly pursuits and achieved the prestigious Doctor of Science (Dr.Sci.) in Chemistry from the same institute in 1991. These qualifications have been pivotal in shaping Dr. Ponomarev’s illustrious career as a researcher and head of laboratory at the A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds of the Russian Academy of Sciences (INEOS RAS), focusing on the synthesis and application of advanced heterocyclic rigid-rod linear polymers across diverse scientific domains.

Work Experience:

Dr. Igor Igorevich Ponomarev has built an illustrious career at the A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds of the Russian Academy of Sciences (INEOS RAS), where he serves as the head of laboratory. Since joining INEOS RAS in 1975, shortly after completing his education at the Moscow Mendeleev Institute of Chemical Technology, Dr. Ponomarev has been at the forefront of pioneering research in the synthesis of high-performance heterocyclic rigid-rod linear polymers. These polymers find wide-ranging applications in fields such as molecular photonics, electronics, and hydrogen energy.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Unique Self-Phosphorylating Polybenzimidazole of the 6F Family for HT-PEM Fuel Cell Application
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
    • Date: 2024-05
    • Type: Journal article
    • DOI: 10.3390/ijms25116001
    • Contributors: Igor Ponomarev, Yulia A. Volkova, Kirill Skupov, Elizaveta Vtyurina, Ivan I. Ponomarev, ΠœΠΈΡ…Π°ΠΈΠ» Ильин, Roman Nikiforov, Alexander Y. Alentiev, Olga M. Zhigalina, Dmitrii Khmelenin et al.
  • Self-Phosphorylated Polybenzimidazole: An Environmentally Friendly and Economical Approach for Hydrogen/Air High-Temperature Polymer-Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells
    • Journal: Membranes
    • Date: 2023-05
    • Type: Journal article
    • DOI: 10.3390/membranes13060552
    • Contributors: Igor Ponomarev, Dmitry Y. Razorenov, Kirill Skupov, Ivan I. Ponomarev, Yulia A. Volkova, Konstantin Lyssenko, Anna Lysova, Elizaveta Vtyurina, Mikhail I. Buzin, Zinaida S. Klemenkova
  • Development of High-Performance Hydrogen-Air Fuel Cell with Flourine-Free Sulfonated Co-Polynaphthoyleneimide Membrane
    • Journal: Membranes
    • Date: 2023-04
    • Type: Journal article
    • DOI: 10.3390/membranes13050485
    • Contributors: Ulyana Zavorotnaya, Igor Ponomarev, Yulia A. Volkova, Vitaly V. Sinitsyn
  • Proton-Conducting Polymer-Coated Carbon Nanofiber Mats for Pt-Anodes of High-Temperature Polymer-Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell
    • Journal: Membranes
    • Date: 2023-04
    • Type: Journal article
    • DOI: 10.3390/membranes13050479
    • Contributors: Kirill Skupov, Igor Ponomarev, Elizaveta Vtyurina, Yulia A. Volkova, Ivan I. Ponomarev, Olga M. Zhigalina, Dmitrii Khmelenin, Evgeny N. Cherkovskiy, Alexander Modestov
  • High Molecular Weight AB-Polybenzimidazole and Its Solutions in a Complex Organic Solvent: Dissolution Kinetics and Rheology
    • Journal: Polymers
    • Date: 2022-11
    • Type: Journal article
    • DOI: 10.3390/polym14214648
    • Contributors: Ivan Skvortsov, Lydia A.