Kai-Li Wang | Solar Energy | Best Researcher Award

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 Assist. Prof. Dr. Kai-Li Wang | Solar Energy | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar | Soochow University | China

Dr. Kai-Li Wang, a distinguished researcher from Soochow University, Suzhou, China, is a leading expert in Materials Science & Engineering, focusing on organic and perovskite semiconductor devices and their physics. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering from Soochow University under the supervision of Prof. Liang-Sheng Liao and Prof. Zhao-Kui Wang, following an M.Sc. in the same field from Henan Normal University and a B.Sc. in Physics from Xingyi Normal University for Nationalities. Currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Functional Nano & Soft Materials (FUNSOM), Dr. Wang has developed exceptional expertise in perovskite material synthesis, vacuum evaporation deposition technology, single-junction/module/tandem device fabrication, and indoor/outdoor photovoltaic applications, contributing to innovative solutions for high-efficiency solar energy conversion. His professional experience includes leading national and international collaborative research projects, mentoring junior researchers, and co-inventing two patents on perovskite solar devices. Dr. Wang’s prolific research output encompasses over 80 peer-reviewed articles, including publications in top-tier journals such as Science, J. Am. Chem. Soc., Adv. Mater., Adv. Energy Mater., Adv. Funct. Mater., Nano Lett., Sci. Bull., and Chem. Sci., with 18 as first or co-first author. He has made notable contributions to understanding defect passivation, ion–dipole interactions, and large-scale perovskite film fabrication, demonstrating both scientific innovation and practical impact. Dr. Wang has received recognition for his research achievements and continues to engage in leadership roles, international collaborations, and mentoring initiatives, fostering the next generation of materials scientists. His growing academic impact is reflected in 4,642 citations by 3,858 documents, 92 documents, and an h-index of 31, demonstrating his significant and sustained influence in the field of perovskite photovoltaics.

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Featured Publications

1. Wang, R., Xue, J., Wang, K. L., Wang, Z. K., Luo, Y., Fenning, D., Xu, G., Nuryyeva, S., … (2019). Constructive molecular configurations for surface-defect passivation of perovskite photovoltaics. Science, 366(6472), 1509–1513. Citations: 1,164

2. Igbari, F., Wang, R., Wang, Z. K., Ma, X. J., Wang, Q., Wang, K. L., Zhang, Y., Liao, L. S., … (2019). Composition stoichiometry of Cs2AgBiBr6 films for highly efficient lead-free perovskite solar cells. Nano Letters, 19(3), 2066–2073. Citations: 343

3. Xue, J., Wang, R., Chen, X., Yao, C., Jin, X., Wang, K. L., Huang, W., Huang, T., … (2021). Reconfiguring the band-edge states of photovoltaic perovskites by conjugated organic cations. Science, 371(6529), 636–640. Citations: 284

4. Xue, J., Wang, R., Wang, K. L., Wang, Z. K., Yavuz, I., Wang, Y., Yang, Y., Gao, X., … (2019). Crystalline liquid-like behavior: Surface-induced secondary grain growth of photovoltaic perovskite thin film. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 141(35), 13948–13953. Citations: 225

5. Phung, N., Félix, R., Meggiolaro, D., Al-Ashouri, A., Sousa e Silva, G., … (2020). The doping mechanism of halide perovskite unveiled by alkaline earth metals. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 142(5), 2364–2374. Citations: 198

 

Ruohan Liu | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Ruohan Liu | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

Beijing University of Chemical Technology | China

Ms. Ruohan Liu, a highly motivated researcher in solar cells and photovoltaic devices, is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Materials and Chemical Engineering at Beijing University of Chemical Technology, holding a top rank in her cohort after earning her B.S. in Polymer Materials and Engineering from Henan University of Technology. Her research focuses on high-efficiency perovskite solar cells, with significant contributions such as developing a novel NiOₓ hole-transport layer that achieved exceptional efficiency, integrating Fe-based additives for improved UV stability, and introducing molecular interface bridges to reduce defects and boost charge extraction. She has additional experience in silica sol synthesis for fire-resistant glass, hard-carbon anodes for sodium-ion batteries, and thermochromic smart windows for energy-saving applications. Professionally, she completed internships at leading energy and materials companies, contributing to PV regulator research and development, quality assurance of smart meters, and formulation of fire-resistant hydrogels for high-temperature glazing. Ms. Liu is skilled in advanced simulation, data analysis, and chemical design software, and holds a patent on NiOₓ precursor solutions for perovskite solar cells. She has published in SCI-indexed journals, including high-impact international publications in nanomaterials and corrosion protection. Her excellence is reflected in multiple top scholarships, recognition as an outstanding student leader, and awards in both academics and athletics. Combining strong technical expertise, analytical thinking, and leadership experience, Ruohan Liu is well-positioned to advance research in renewable energy, publish in high-impact journals, foster global collaborations, and mentor future researchers, making her a deserving candidate for recognition and a promising contributor to sustainable energy innovation.

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Featured Publication

Liu, R., Yu, R., & Tan, Z. (2025). Photostability of perovskite solar cells: Challenges and strategies. Nanomaterials, 15(11), 786.