Ling Huang | Emerging Research Trends | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Ling Huang | Emerging Research Trends | Best Researcher Award

Nanjing Tech University | China

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👨‍🔬 Summary

Prof. Ling Huang is a distinguished professor at Xinjiang University in China, specializing in Inorganic Chemistry, Rare Earth Chemistry, and Functional Materials. With over two decades of research and academic experience, his work focuses on areas such as rare earth luminescence, defect engineering, and advanced material applications. His expertise has led him to significant accolades, including being named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC). Prof. Huang has also mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, leaving a lasting impact on the scientific community.

🎓 Education

Prof. Huang completed his Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry at Nanjing University (1996 – 2001) in China, following his B.Sc. in Chemistry from Jiangsu Normal University (1992 – 1996). His academic journey laid the foundation for his future research in chemistry and materials science.

💼 Professional Experience

Prof. Huang has held several prestigious positions throughout his career. He is currently a Professor at Xinjiang University (2021 – Present). Prior to this, he served as a professor at Nanjing Tech University (2012 – 2021), and as an associate professor at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore (2009 – 2012). His industry experience includes working as a Senior Research Scientist at Corning Inc., USA (2008 – 2009). Additionally, he has been a Post-Doctoral Research Associate at Northwestern University, Florida State University, and UC Berkeley, USA, where he honed his expertise in nanomaterials and rare earth chemistry.

📚 Academic Citations

Prof. Huang has authored over 180 publications, contributing significantly to the fields of luminescence and functional materials. Notable papers include “Abnormal But Rational: Luminescence Anti-Thermal Quenching in ScPO4:Er” and “Atomic Pr-Stabilized Pt Nanoclusters Accelerate Alkaline Hydrogen Evolution”, both of which are currently under review in prestigious journals such as Nature Communications and Angewandte Chemie.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Prof. Huang’s technical expertise covers a broad range of scientific fields. He is skilled in rare earth luminescence (upconversion/downshifting, anti-thermal quenching), material synthesis (creating functional ceramics, glasses, and solid-state electrolytes), and defect engineering (optimizing properties of materials through bandgap engineering and structural manipulation).

📖 Teaching Experience

Throughout his academic career, Prof. Huang has taught various courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. At Nanjing Tech University, he has taught courses such as Inorganic Chemistry, Luminescent Materials, and Advanced Nanomaterials (2014 – Present). Additionally, at Nanyang Technological University, he taught Bioelectronics, Chemistry I & II, and Biomedical Nanotechnology (2009 – 2012), shaping the education of future scientists and engineers.

🔬 Research Interests

Prof. Huang’s research interests lie at the intersection of rare earth chemistry and functional materials. He investigates luminescent materials, focusing on anti-thermal quenching and chiral luminescence. His research extends to functional materials, including solid-state fuel cells and optical devices, and solid-state chemistry, where he explores defect engineering to enhance the properties of materials for a variety of applications.

📚 Top Notes Publications 

Anti-thermal quenching upconversion luminescence of Cr3+ in Sc2(WO4)3:Yb/Cr
    • Authors: Yang Wei, Shuaihao Wu, Ran Chen, Yanqing Lu, Ling Huang

    • Journal: Nano Research

    • Year: 2025

Ultra-low temperature selective catalytic reduction of NOx into N2 by micron spherical CeMnOx in high-humidity atmospheres containing SO2
    • Authors: Xixi Chen, Peng Gao, Ling Huang, Zonghang Liu, Yuesong Shen

    • Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental

    • Year: 2025

Orderly Stacked “Tile” Architecture with Single-Atom Iron Boosts Oxygen Reduction in Liquid and Solid-State Zn–Air Batteries
    • Authors: Bin Zhang, Jingshuang Dang, Hongyi Li, Ling Huang, Jingui Duan

    • Journal: Advanced Functional Materials

    • Year: 2025

RbB7O10(OH)2 and NaB11O16(OH)2: alkali metal hydroxyborates with two-dimensional layered structures and large birefringence
    • Authors: Yujing Zheng, Ke Li, Ling Huang, Fangfang Zhang

    • Journal: Dalton Transactions

    • Year: 2025

Regulating the Dynamics of Interpenetrated Porous Frameworks for Inverse C2H6/C2H4 Separation at Elevated Temperature
    • Authors: Kui Tan, Jingui Duan, Ling Huang

    • Journal: Angewandte Chemie International Edition in English

    • Year: 2025

Manu Sharma | parasitic diseases | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Manu Sharma | parasitic diseases | Best Researcher Award

Stanford University | United States

Author Profile

📚 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

The individual embarked on an exceptional academic journey, beginning with a Bachelor of Technology and Master of Technology dual degree from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India, in 2004. This foundational education paved the way for further specialization in molecular biology, with a PhD earned at the renowned Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology in Berlin, Germany, in 2009.

🧪 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Currently serving as a Basic Life Research Scientist at Stanford University, California, since 2017, this scientist has contributed groundbreaking work in the regulation of gene expression in amoebae, particularly focusing on tRNA fragments. Their role as a senior member in the lab, leading independent research projects, mentoring postdoctoral fellows, and preparing impactful NIH grant proposals has solidified their leadership in the scientific community. Prior to this, they gained invaluable experience as a Postdoctoral Fellow at UCSF-Benioff Children’s Hospital in Oakland, where they made significant strides in lipid metabolism studies and contributed to commercial product development for diagnostics.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON parasitic diseases

This scientist’s research spans the regulation of immune responses and gene expression in infectious diseases, particularly Entamoeba histolytica and Chlamydia trachomatis. Their work on extracellular vesicles, tRNA-derived fragments, and macrophage polarization is reshaping the understanding of host-parasite interactions. The innovative assays developed, such as LAMP-based diagnostics, are aiding in the advancement of multiplexed diagnostics for infectious diseases, providing a vital tool for the scientific community.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

The scientist’s contributions extend beyond the laboratory, influencing the academic landscape through their leadership role in the Postdoctoral Association at UCSF and service as an academic editor for PLOS One. Their work has inspired not only peer researchers but also advanced practical applications in the fields of immunology, molecular biology, and diagnostics.

📈 ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

With numerous peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as the Journal of Parasitology Research, MBio, and Infection and Immunity, this individual’s research has garnered global recognition. Their selected works include pivotal studies on extracellular vesicles, stress responses in protozoan parasites, and the role of tRNA-derived fragments, which have significantly advanced the field of parasitology and infectious diseases.

🏅 HONORS & AWARDS

Throughout their career, the individual has received notable accolades, including the prestigious Marie Curie Scholarship and first place in the University of Texas Southwestern Healthcare Case Competition in 2023. Their exemplary work has earned them recognition in the form of Employee Performance for Excellence in Teamwork at Evalueserve, highlighting their collaborative spirit.

🌐 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Looking ahead, this scientist is poised to make further groundbreaking contributions in the fields of molecular biology, infectious disease research, and diagnostic innovations. Their work will undoubtedly continue to impact both academic and clinical practices, offering new insights into the mechanisms underlying host-parasite interactions and advancing the field of molecular diagnostics.

🌠 FINAL NOTE

This individual has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and its practical application in the fight against infectious diseases. Their innovative research and leadership in the scientific community ensure that their legacy will continue to inspire future generations of researchers.

📑 NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS 

Mcl-1 is a key regulator of apoptosis resistance in Chlamydia trachomatis-infected cells
  • Authors: K Rajalingam, M Sharma, C Lohmann, M Oswald, O Thieck, CJ Froelich, …
    Journal: PLoS One
    Year: 2008
IAP-IAP complexes required for apoptosis resistance of C. trachomatis–infected cells
  • Authors: K Rajalingam, M Sharma, N Paland, R Hurwitz, O Thieck, M Oswald, …
    Journal: PLoS Pathogens
    Year: 2006
Apoptosis resistance in Chlamydia-infected cells: a fate worse than death?
  • Authors: M Sharma, T Rudel
    Journal: FEMS Immunology & Medical Microbiology
    Year: 2009
HIF‐1α is involved in mediating apoptosis resistance to Chlamydia trachomatis‐infected cells
  • Authors: M Sharma, N Machuy, L Böhme, K Karunakaran, AP Mäurer, TF Meyer, …
    Journal: Cellular Microbiology
    Year: 2011
Characterization of extracellular vesicles from Entamoeba histolytica identifies roles in intercellular communication that regulates parasite growth and development
  • Authors: M Sharma, P Morgado, H Zhang, G Ehrenkaufer, D Manna, U Singh
    Journal: Infection and Immunity
    Year: 2020
Chlamydia trachomatis growth and development requires the activity of host Long-chain Acyl-CoA Synthetases (ACSLs)
  • Authors: MA Recuero-Checa, M Sharma, C Lau, PA Watkins, CA Gaydos, D Dean
    Journal: Scientific Reports
    Year: 2016