Kun Li | Real-world Case Studies | Young Researcher Award

Dr. Kun Li | Real-world Case Studies | Young Researcher Award

Shandong Daizhuang Hospital | China

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🧑‍⚕️ INTRODUCTION

DR. KUN LI is a renowned clinical medical expert and Associate Professor at Daizhuang Hospital of Shandong Province. With a career built on rigorous academic training and pioneering clinical research, he currently serves as the Director of the Neuroregulation Center. Dr. Li is widely recognized for his contributions in the fields of psychiatry, neuroimaging, and non-invasive brain stimulation. His extensive research and leadership in national scientific projects have positioned him as an influential figure in China’s mental health and neuroscience research community.

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Kun Li laid a solid academic foundation through his studies at Gannan Medical University, Xinxiang Medical University, and Sichuan University, gaining comprehensive medical and research training. His early academic journey was marked by a deep interest in psychiatric neuroscience, which became the cornerstone of his future research pursuits.

🏥 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Professionally, Dr. Li has risen to a prestigious role as Associate Professor and Director of the Neuroregulation Center at Daizhuang Hospital of Shandong Province. In this role, he oversees multiple neuromodulation projects, clinical trials, and interdisciplinary collaborations. His leadership extends to administrative, educational, and research initiatives, making substantial contributions to both clinical practice and scientific innovation.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Dr. Li’s research focuses on noninvasive brain stimulation, mental illnesses (notably obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, and schizophrenia), and brain imaging. His involvement spans several major research projects funded by prominent institutions including the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Henan and Shandong Provincial Departments of Science and Technology, and Peking University Neuroscience Labs. His studies have explored rTMS, chrono-rhythm-based interventions, cerebellar connectomics, and biomarkers for mental health disorders, with a particular emphasis on adolescent mental health and early diagnosis.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Through his interdisciplinary research, Dr. Li has significantly influenced the landscape of psychiatric treatment in China. His work on neural biomarkers, functional connectivity, and advanced imaging techniques has introduced new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. As a principal investigator on several high-impact projects, Dr. Li’s research has been instrumental in advancing precision psychiatry and patient-centered care models.

📚 ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

Dr. Kun Li has authored 21 SCI-indexed journal articles, many as the first or corresponding author. His published work includes studies in Behavioural Brain Research, Neuroscience Letters, Frontiers in Psychiatry, Journal of Affective Disorders, and Schizophrenia Research. His meta-analysis on deep TMS for OCD and reviews on neuromodulation in geriatric depression reflect both breadth and depth in the field. These publications are widely cited and respected in the scientific community.

🏆 HONORS & AWARDS

Dr. Li’s research achievements have earned him the Second Grade Science and Technology Achievement Award from the Education Department of Henan Province (2022). He is also actively recognized through national and provincial funding awards, including youth innovation programs and major science projects. His work has received both peer and institutional recognition for innovation and societal contribution.

đź§  LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Looking ahead, Dr. Li continues to lead multiple ongoing research projects (2024–2028) focused on rTMS, light therapy, brain network modeling, and psychosomatic disorders. His ambition to bridge traditional Chinese medicine and modern neuroscience through chrono-rhythm-based exercise interventions highlights a unique interdisciplinary vision. His legacy is being built not only through impactful research but also through mentoring young scientists and contributing to professional medical organizations.

✍️ FINAL NOTE

Dr. Kun Li exemplifies the integration of academic excellence, clinical innovation, and compassionate mental healthcare. With a clear focus on advancing neuroregulation techniques, early intervention in psychiatric disorders, and translational brain research, Dr. Li is a thought leader committed to shaping the future of psychiatry in China and beyond.

📚 TOP NOTES PUBLICATIONS 

Addressing the overlooked challenge of dysphagia in schizophrenia: A call for action
    • Authors: Xiumei Hou, Huimin Gao, Cuiyuan Fu, Kun Li

    • Journal: Asian Journal of Psychiatry

    • Year: 2025

Distributed White Matter Abnormalities in Major Depressive Disorder: A Diffusion Tensor Imaging Combined Support Vector Machine Study
    • Authors: Sen Li, Yinghong Xu, Jian Cui, Kun Li, Shanling Ji, Hailong Shen, Yu Wan, Chunyu Dong, Hao Zheng, Wanru Qiu et al.

    • Journal: Depression and Anxiety

    • Year: 2025

The entorhinal cortex and cognitive impairment in schizophrenia: A comprehensive review
    • Authors: Kun Li, Liju Qian, Chenchen Zhang, Jiajia Zhang, Chuang Xue, Yuebing Zhang, Wei Deng

    • Journal: Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry

    • Year: 2025

Advances in non-invasive neuromodulation techniques for geriatric depression: A comprehensive review
    • Authors: Guanqiao Song, Yihan Wu, Huili Xing, Ronglian Zheng, Yining Kou, Chenchen Zheng, Meng Zhang, Kun Li

    • Journal: Journal of Clinical and Basic Psychosomatics

    • Year: 2025

Deep transcranial magnetic stimulation for treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder: A meta-analysis of randomized-controlled trials
    • Authors: Kun Li, Liju Qian, Chenchen Zhang, Rui Li, Jinkun Zeng, Chuang Xue, Wei Deng

    • Journal: Journal of Psychiatric Research

    • Year: 2024

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.

đź’Ľ 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).

đź“– 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