Jian-ping Zou – Pollutant Degradation and Resource Utilization – Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Jian-ping Zou - Pollutant Degradation and Resource Utilization - Best Researcher Award 

Nanchang Hangkong University - China 

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Prof. Dr. Jian-ping Zou began his academic journey with a focus on materials science and chemistry. He completed his Ph.D. in 2007 at the Fujian Institute of Structure of Matter, Chinese Academy of Sciences. His doctoral work laid the foundation for his future research in environmental functional materials. Shortly after earning his Ph.D., he joined Nanchang Hangkong University, where his commitment to academic excellence propelled him to the position of Dean of the Graduate School.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Since joining Nanchang Hangkong University in July 2007, Dr. Jian-ping Zou has undertaken numerous research initiatives that bridge academia and industry. He has successfully completed 21 major research projects and contributed to consultancy and industry-driven collaborations across six projects. Recognized for his exceptional contributions, he has been awarded prestigious honors, including the National Outstanding Youth Fund (2016) and a distinguished professorship under the “Changjiang Scholars Program” (2023). Additionally, he was selected as a national candidate for the “One Million Project” in 2020.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Zou’s research primarily focuses on pollutant degradation and resource utilization, emphasizing the synthesis and application of environmental functional materials, pollutant control, and nano photoelectrocatalysis. His pioneering work has addressed critical challenges, such as cyanide detoxification, the recycling of metal complexes, and the efficient degradation of organic pollutants while simultaneously harnessing energy. These innovations have resulted in significant advancements in environmental sustainability.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Jian-ping Zou's impact is evident in the transformative nature of his research. With over 100 published papers in high-impact journals, including Nature Communications, Angewandte Chemie International Edition, and ACS Catalysis, his work is widely recognized and cited within the academic community. His contributions have also extended to practical applications, with 30 patents—six of which have been commercialized, generating over 60 million yuan in economic benefits. His role as an editorial board member of Chinese Chemical Letters further underscores his influence in shaping the future of chemical research.

🏆Academic Cites

The significance of Dr. Zou’s research is reflected in citations across globally recognized journals, showcasing his leadership in the field of pollutant degradation and resource utilization. Key works, such as those in Environmental Science & Technology and Water Research, highlight his ability to tackle pressing environmental issues through innovative methodologies.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Prof. Dr. Jian-ping Zou’s legacy lies in his groundbreaking approaches to environmental challenges and his mentorship of future researchers. By proposing novel solutions for pollutant degradation and advancing resource utilization, he has established a sustainable framework for addressing global environmental concerns. Looking forward, his continued efforts in nano photoelectrocatalysis and functional material synthesis are expected to yield even greater advancements in pollutant degradation and resource utilization, leaving an indelible mark on the field.

📝Pollutant Degradation and Resource Utilization

Through innovative research in pollutant degradation and resource utilization, Dr. Zou has significantly advanced the synthesis of functional materials and pollutant control strategies. His focus on pollutant degradation and resource utilization continues to drive impactful solutions in environmental science and industry applications.

Notable Publication


📝Covalent Organic Polymers Based on Triazine-Pyridyl Group for High Capacity and High Selectivity Removal of Pd(Ⅱ)

Authors: Meng, A., Yan, H., Zhu, J., Qin, Y., Zou, J.

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2025

Citations: 0


📝Photogenerated Electron Transfer Channels in Carbon Nanotube-Intercalated Cu₂O Nanospheres for Boosting Visible Light-Driven CO₂ Reduction

Authors: Wang, X., Wei, Y., Tang, Z., Zhao, Z., Zhang, X.

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental

Year: 2025

Citations: 0


📝Unveiling the Critical Role of Surface Adsorbed Oxygen Species for Efficiently Photothermocatalytic Oxidation of VOCs: Replenishing the Active Surface Lattice Oxygen Sites

Authors: Zhang, J., Wu, Z., Zhao, C., Zou, J.-P., Luo, X.

Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials

Year: 2025

Citations: 0


📝Site Engineering of Covalent Organic Frameworks to Increase Charge Transfer Channels and Provide Hydrogen Bond Toward Enhanced Photocatalytic Reduction of U(VI)

Authors: Huang, Q., Zhang, H., Yang, H., Gao, Z., Zou, J.-P.

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental

Year: 2025

Citations: 0


📝Design and Construction of a Ag₃PO₄ NPs/Protonated g-C₃N₄ Nanosheet S-Scheme Heterojunction for Photocatalytic Degradation of C₂H₄

Authors: Peng, S., Luo, X., Xu, Z., Zou, J.-P., Chen, X.

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2025

Citations: 1