Minyan Yan | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Pro. Minyan Yan | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Educational Details:

Prof. Minyan Yan earned a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, specializing in hydrogen storage materials and systems. His doctoral research focused on experimental studies and theoretical modeling of materials aimed at advancing hydrogen storage technologies, specifically the Li-Mg-N-H systems.

Professional Experience

Prof. Yan is currently a faculty member at Taiyuan University of Science and Technology, China. He leads three significant research projects: one funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, another supported by the Fundamental Research Program of Shanxi Province, and a third sponsored by the Scientific and Technological Innovation Programs of Higher Education Institutions in Shanxi. With a strong background in both academic research and industry consultancy, Prof. Yan has contributed to three consultancy/industry projects, demonstrating his ability to bridge research and practical applications.

Research Interest

Prof. Yan’s research focuses on hydrogen storage materials, particularly lightweight Li-Mg-N-H systems. His work includes experimental research, theoretical modeling, and developing advanced technologies for improving hydrogen storage performance. He has made key contributions in understanding heat transfer limitations and transition metal effects on hydrogen storage at the electronic structure level, and he has developed a numerical model for Li-Mg-N-H systems that accounts for temperature and pressure fields.

Top Notable Publications

Zhang, H., Yan, M., Gong, C., Zhang, M., & Yan, X. (2024). Effect of V doping on the electronic structure and hydrogen storage performance of the Li-Mg-N-H material. Computational Materials Science, 236, 112850.
Citations: 0

Hu, X., Shen, K., Han, C., Yan, M., & Zhang, M. (2023). Uniform loading of ultrathin MoS2 nanosheets on hollow carbon spheres with mesoporous walls as efficient sulfur hosts for promising lithium-sulfur batteries. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 965, 171427.
Citations: 6

Xing, Y., Zhang, M., Guo, J., Zhao, M., & Yan, M. (2023). CeO2/Ce2S3 modified carbon nanotubes as efficient cathode materials for lithium-sulfur batteries. Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry, 27(4), 1033–1044.
Citations: 7

Hu, X., Shen, K., Han, C., Yan, M., & Zhang, M. (2023). Ultra-thin MoO2 nanosheets loaded on hollow mesoporous carbon spheres promoting polysulfide adsorption and redox kinetics for lithium-sulfur batteries. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 660, 130881.
Citations: 3

Hu, X., Shen, K., Han, C., Yan, M., & Zhang, M. (2022). Rational design of ultrathin Mo2C/C nanosheets decorated on mesoporous hollow carbon spheres as a multifunctional sulfur host for advanced Li-S batteries. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 918, 165667.
Citations: 11

Xing, Y., Zhang, M., Guo, J., Hu, X., & Yan, M. (2022). Simple synthesis of PEG@CeO2-CNT/S composite materials as anode materials for lithium-sulfur batteries. Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, 169, 110832.
Citations: 3

Yan, M., Gong, C., Zhang, H., & Zhang, M. (2022). First-Principles Study on the Effect of Ti Doping on Hydrogen Storage Performance of Li-Mg-N-H Materials. Journal of Synthetic Crystals, 51(2), 297–303.
Citations: 1

Yan, M., Sun, F., Liu, X., Wang, S., & Jiang, L. (2016). Hydrogen desorption properties of Mg(NH2)2-2LiH material influenced by ambient air. Chinese Journal of Rare Metals, 40(7), 666–672.
Citations: 0

Yan, M.-Y., Sun, F., Liu, X.-P., Wang, S.-M., & Jiang, L.-J. (2015). Effects of graphite content and compaction pressure on hydrogen desorption properties of Mg(NH2)2-2LiH based tank. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 628, 63–67.
Citations: 13

Conclusion

In summary, Prof. Minyan Yan’s robust academic background, significant research contributions, successful project leadership, and engagement with industry position him as an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work has a meaningful impact on the field of materials science and addresses pressing challenges in hydrogen storage.