Assist. Prof. Dr. Yang Wang | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Yang Wang is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and a researcher at the CAS Key Laboratory of Green Process and Engineering. His research focuses on the design, modification, and synthesis of advanced nanomaterials, particularly metal–organic frameworks and noble metal–based materials with enhanced functional properties. He specializes in photocatalytic hydrogen production, carbon dioxide reduction, and mechanistic investigations of MOF-based photocatalysis. Dr. Wang has contributed significantly to the development of high-performance functional nanomaterials for sustainable energy conversion and environmental applications. His academic background integrates materials chemistry, chemical engineering, and optical science, supporting his interdisciplinary research approach. He has received national-level recognition, including the National Scholarship, and research funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China. With a strong publication record, substantial citations, and a solid h-index, his work demonstrates meaningful scientific impact aligned with advanced materials and green energy research.