Mr. Qing Li | Precision measurement | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China

Qing Li (李青), born in 1984 👨‍🎓, is a professor and doctoral supervisor at the School of Physics, Huazhong University of Science and Technology 🏫. As a rising star in precision measurement and gravitational physics 🌌, he has earned prestigious recognition including the National “Chang Jiang Scholars Program” 🌟 and Hubei’s “Young Top-Notch Talent” award 🏅. His groundbreaking work includes one of the most precise measurements of the gravitational constant G (Nature, 2018) 📏 and pioneering systems for gravitational wave detection 🌠. He leads national research projects and continues to push boundaries in physics through innovative experiments and theoretical breakthroughs 🔬.

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📘 Education & Experience 

• 🎓 Ph.D. in Physics – Huazhong University of Science and Technology

• 🎓 Bachelor’s Degree – Likely in Physics (Institution not specified)

• 🧑‍🏫 Professor – School of Physics, Huazhong University of Science and Technology

• 🧑‍🔬 Doctoral Supervisor – Mentoring Ph.D. candidates in precision measurement

• 🌐 Project Leader – Leads R&D programs under China’s Ministry of Science & Technology

• 🔬 Researcher – Specializes in gravity experiments and fundamental physics

• 📈 Innovator – Developed a complex pendulum thrust test system for space missions

🚀 Professional Development 

Prof. Qing Li has steadily advanced through China’s premier talent programs 🏆, being recognized as a Chang Jiang Young Scholar and a Top-Notch Young Talent in Hubei 🌟. He has taken the lead on several national and ministerial-level projects, including key R&D initiatives and NSF-funded studies 📊. His professional journey reflects a blend of experimental innovation and theoretical insight 🔍, especially in gravitational physics, where he has collaborated on internationally visible research. From building ultra-sensitive thrust test systems to advancing G measurement precision 📏, his work contributes directly to space exploration and fundamental constants of physics 🌌.

🧪 Research Focus 

Prof. Qing Li’s research centers around precision measurement physics and gravitational experiments 🌍. He focuses on quantifying gravitational interactions with exceptional accuracy using pendulum-based techniques 🎛️. His renowned work in measuring the gravitational constant G (Nature, 2018) with just 11.6 ppm uncertainty has set a global benchmark 📉. His research extends to gravitational wave detection, where he developed a micro-thrust test system with a 0.09 μN resolution 🚀. He also contributed to gravitational field traceability systems with 0.2 μGal resolution, reinforcing standards for gravity measurements 🌐. His work bridges laboratory physics and space mission technology 🌠.

🏅 Awards and Honors 

• 🏆 Chang Jiang Scholars Program (Young Scholar) – Ministry of Education, China

• 🏅 Hubei Province “Young Top-Notch Talent Cultivation Program”

• 📖 Published in Nature (2018) – Among the most precise measurements of G

• 📡 Leader of National Key R&D Projects – Ministry of Science and Technology

• 📊 Recipient of NSFC Youth and General Program Grants – National Natural Science Foundation of China

Publication Top Notes

1. Atomically Dispersed Fe-N_x/C Electrocatalyst Boosts Oxygen Catalysis via a New Metal-Organic Polymer Supramolecule Strategy

• Authors: Zhengpei Miao, Xiaoming Wang, Meng−Che Tsai, Shaojun Guo, Qing Li, et al.

• Journal: Advanced Energy Materials

• Year: 2018

• Citations: 229

• DOI: 10.1002/aenm.201703030

• Highlights:

  • Developed a metal-organic polymer (MOP) supramolecule strategy for catalyst design.

  • Created an atomically dispersed Fe-N_x/C electrocatalyst with exceptional ORR/OER performance.

  • Demonstrated enhanced oxygen catalysis due to tailored local coordination environments.

2. Hierarchical Cu-Doped SnSe Nanoclusters as High-Performance Anode for Sodium-Ion Batteries

• Authors: Rusong Chen, Shenzhou Li, Jianyun Liu, Tanyuan Wang, Qing Li, et al.

• Journal: Electrochimica Acta

• Year: 2018

• Citations: 54

• DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2018.07.092

• Highlights:

  • Synthesized hierarchical Cu-doped SnSe nanoclusters.

  • Demonstrated high specific capacity and cycle stability as anodes for sodium-ion batteries.

  • Structural design promotes fast Na⁺ diffusion and electronic conductivity.

3. Facile Synthesis of Bimodal Porous Graphitic Carbon Nitride Nanosheets as Efficient Photocatalysts for Hydrogen Evolution

• Authors: Pei Hu, Chaoji Chen, Rui Zeng, Qing Li, Yunhui Huang, et al.

• Journal: Nano Energy

• Year: 2018

• Citations: 61

• DOI: 10.1016/j.nanoen.2018.06.048

• Highlights:

  • Developed bimodal porous g-C₃N₄ nanosheets with improved visible-light absorption.

  • Achieved enhanced hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) efficiency.

  • The dual porosity improves mass transport and surface area.

4. Cu-Based Nanocatalysts for Electrochemical Reduction of CO₂ (Review Article)

• Authors: Huan Xie, Tanyuan Wang, Jiashun Liang, Qing Li, Shouheng Sun

• Journal: Nano Today (likely based on topic and citation)

• Year: 2018

• Citations: 444

• DOI: 10.1016/j.nantod.2018.04.009

• Highlights:

  • Reviewed recent advances in Cu-based catalysts for CO₂ electroreduction.

  • Discussed design strategies, reaction mechanisms, and structure-activity relationships.

  • Served as a key reference in the field of CO₂ utilization and catalysis.

5. NiFe (Oxy)Hydroxides Derived from NiFe Disulfides as an Efficient Oxygen Evolution Catalyst for Rechargeable Zn–Air Batteries: The Effect of Surface S Residues

• Authors: Tanyuan Wang, Gyutae Nam, Yue Jin, Qing Li, Jaephil Cho, et al.

• Journal: Advanced Materials

• Year: 2018

• Citations: 278

• DOI: 10.1002/adma.201803470

• Highlights:

  • Converted NiFe disulfides into NiFe (oxy)hydroxides for oxygen evolution reaction (OER).

  • Investigated how surface sulfur residues enhance catalytic activity.

  • Applied in rechargeable Zn–air batteries, showing excellent charge-discharge performance.

Conclusion

Prof. Qing Li is a clear and compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His breakthrough contributions to gravity research, space instrumentation, and precision metrology not only push the boundaries of fundamental physics but also have strategic implications for space exploration and national scientific capabilities. His high-impact publication in Nature and recognition by national talent programs further affirm his academic excellence and leadership.