Na sun | Sensor | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Na sun | Sensor | Best Researcher Award

 👤 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Na sun, Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, China

Dr. Sun Na is an Associate Professor at Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, specializing in energy and environment-related high-performance functional materials. Born on June 20, 1990, in Chaoyang, Liaoning, Dr. Sun has a distinguished academic career. She holds a Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree from Shenyang Chemical University, and a Ph.D. from Nankai University. She has also been a visiting scholar at Limerick University. Her research primarily focuses on molecularly based crystalline materials, the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and theoretical computational materials chemistry. She is currently leading several research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and other prestigious institutions. Dr. Sun is dedicated to advancing technologies for industrial separation and catalytic processes, with particular emphasis on xylene separation and hydrogen production.

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🌟  Summary of Suitability for Award

Sun Na is an exceptionally qualified candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award, based on her notable academic background, significant research contributions, and leadership in scientific projects. As an Associate Professor at Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, she has demonstrated a deep commitment to advancing research in high-performance functional materials, specifically in the fields of energy and environmental technologies. Her educational journey, spanning from a Bachelor’s to a Doctoral degree in the field of chemical engineering, has been marked by mentorship from prestigious professors, including her doctoral advisor, Academician Bu Xianhe.

Her research interests, particularly in the design, synthesis, and application of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), align closely with cutting-edge developments in material science, including energy storage, carbon capture, and efficient industrial separations.

🎓 Education

Dr. Sun Na’s educational journey began at Shenyang Chemical University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (2010-2014). She continued her studies at the same institution, receiving a Master’s degree under the mentorship of Prof. Gao Enjun in 2017. Dr. Sun then pursued her doctoral studies at Nankai University, under the supervision of Academician Bu Xianhe, where she completed her Ph.D. in 2021. During her doctoral studies, she focused on advanced materials and catalysis. In addition, she had the opportunity to broaden her academic experience by serving as a visiting scholar at Limerick University in Ireland in 2019, under the guidance of Academician Michael J. Zaworotko. This diverse academic background has shaped Dr. Sun into a highly skilled researcher and educator in the field of chemical materials science.

💼  Professional Experience

Dr. Sun Na’s professional career includes a series of important academic positions. From 2021 to 2023, she worked as a Lecturer at Shenyang Chemical University, contributing to the College of Science and the School of Science. During this period, Dr. Sun taught courses related to materials science and chemical engineering, fostering the next generation of engineers and scientists. In December 2023, she was promoted to Associate Professor at Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, where she continues her research and teaching. Dr. Sun is recognized for her leadership in various research projects, particularly those focused on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), catalytic materials, and energy-efficient separation technologies. She has been awarded funding for several major projects, including those supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, demonstrating her growing influence in the field.

🏅Awards and Recognition

Dr. Sun Na has earned numerous accolades throughout her academic career. Notably, she is the recipient of several prestigious grants, such as the Youth Project of the National Natural Science Foundation of China (2024-2026), where she chairs a project focused on xylene separation using metal-organic frameworks. She has also received funding from the China Postdoctoral Science Fund and the Joint Fund of the Liaoning Provincial Natural Science Foundation. Dr. Sun’s contributions to the field have been recognized by key academic institutions, including Shenyang Chemical University and Nankai University. In addition to her research achievements, she was honored as a leader in the ‘Excellent Youth’ Support Programme, which funds high-level research in advanced materials. Dr. Sun’s work is widely recognized for its innovation in energy-efficient materials and catalytic processes, particularly in industrial applications.

🌍 Research Skills On Sensor

Dr. Sun Na possesses a broad array of research skills, particularly in the design and synthesis of functional materials. Her expertise includes working with molecularly-based crystalline materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and computational materials chemistry. Dr. Sun excels at developing innovative adsorbents for gas storage and separation, particularly for hydrogen, methane, and carbon dioxide, as well as improving the efficiency of industrial processes. She has experience in computational catalysis, enabling her to simulate and optimize catalytic processes for biomass conversion, hydrogen production, and ammonia synthesis. Dr. Sun’s knowledge also spans the theoretical aspects of materials chemistry, where she applies advanced computational methods to understand material properties at the molecular level. Her ability to bridge theoretical research with practical applications in environmental and energy technologies makes her an exceptional leader in her field.

📖 Publication Top Notes

  • Composition and Morphological Characteristics of Extracellular Polymeric Substances of Different Tolerant Bacteria Under Perfluorobutanesulfonic Acid (PFBS) Stress
    Authors: Tang, R., Sun, L., Yu, G., Wang, X., Rong, L.
    Journal: Toxics, 2024, 12(11), 797
    Open Access: Yes
  • Preparation of Slow-Release Potassium Persulfate Microcapsules and Application in Degradation of PAH-Contaminated Soil
    Authors: Wu, H., Yang, Y., Sun, L., Wang, H., Wang, X.
    Journal: Water (Switzerland), 2024, 16(21), 3045
    Open Access: Yes
  • Ecotoxicity of Thallium to Two Soil Animal Species with Different Niches and Modification by Organic Materials
    Authors: Liu, S., Sun, L., Liang, F., Li, Z., Wu, L.
    Journal: Science of the Total Environment, 2024, 948, 174733
  • Adsorption Behaviour and Mechanism of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons onto Typical Microplastics in a Soil Solution
    Authors: Li, Z., Sun, L., Wang, H.
    Journal: International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 2024, 104(17), 5638–5653
    Open Access: Yes
  • Degradation of DDT by a Novel Bacterium, Arthrobacter globiformis DC-1: Efficacy, Mechanism and Comparative Advantage
    Authors: Wang, X., Oba, B.T., Wang, H., Wu, H., Sun, L.
    Journal: Water (Switzerland), 2023, 15(15), 2723
    Citations: 6
  • Using Organo–Mineral Complex Material to Prevent the Migration of Soil Cd and As into Crops: An Agricultural Practice and Chemical Mechanism Study
    Authors: Zheng, X., Zhao, M., Sun, L., Oba, B.T., Ding, H.
    Journal: Science of the Total Environment, 2023, 883, 163662
    Citations: 7
  • Estimation of Multi-Media Metal(loid)s around Abandoned Mineral Processing Plants Using Hyperspectral Technology and Extreme Learning Machine
    Authors: Bian, Z., Sun, L., Tian, K., Huang, B., Wu, L.
    Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023, 30(7), 19495–19512
    Citations: 7
  • Anaerobic-Aerobic Bioremediation of DDT-Contaminated Soil and the Compound Strengthening of Rhamnolipid-Nano Zero-Valent Iron-Sodium Pyruvate
    Authors: Han, Y., Sun, L., Lü, L., Wang, X., Wu, H.
    Journal: Journal of Agro-Environment Science, 2023, 42(4), 799–810
  • Effects of Perfluorobutanesulfonic Acid on the Extracellular Polymeric Substances of PFBS-Resistant Strains
    Authors: Yu, G., Sun, L., Tang, R., Han, Y.
    Journal: Journal of Agro-Environment Science, 2023, 42(5), 1032–1041
  • In-situ Co-Remediation of PAHs Contaminated Agricultural Soil Using Blood Meal and Celery: An Agricultural Greenhouse Field Study
    Authors: Wu, H., Wang, H., R. Walker, T., Wang, Y., Sun, L.
    Journal: Soil and Sediment Contamination, 2023, 32(7), 878–892