New breakthroughs in the field of porous materials: Chinese researchers shine on the international stage
introduction
In recent years, with the continuous advancement of materials science and technology, mesoporous materials have become one of the hot spots in the field of scientific research due to their unique physical and chemical properties and wide application prospects. Chinese scientists have made particularly outstanding contributions in this field. From pioneering work to the continuous emergence of applied results, they demonstrate China's leading position and technological strength in research in this field. The following are several important achievements and honors achieved by Chinese scientific research teams in the field of mesoporous materials research in recent years.
Zhao Dongyuan: Pioneer of Mesoporous Materials
Zhao Dongyuan, as one of the pioneers in mesoporous material research in China, has received great attention from the international community for his work. Professor Zhao’s research not only promotes the development of basic theories of mesoporous materials, but also provides new possibilities for the application of mesoporous materials. Professor Zhao Dongyuan's research results have shown extraordinary potential in improving catalyst efficiency and designing drug delivery systems, and have brought revolutionary changes to the development of related industries. His contribution was featured in Yicai Global, demonstrating his influence in the international materials science community.
Professor Yang Jinlong’s team from Tsinghua University: won the 2018 Best Paper Award from the Journal of the American Ceramic Society

In 2018, the scientific research team led by Professor Yang Jinlong from the School of Materials Science and Technology of Tsinghua University won the Best Paper Award from the Journal of the American Ceramic Society for its remarkable achievements in the research of mesoporous materials. The team's research paper not only demonstrates the innovative application of mesoporous materials in the field of ceramics, but also provides theoretical support and technical guidance for improving the performance of ceramics and developing new ceramic materials. This award is a high recognition from the international materials science community of the work of Professor Yang Jinlong’s team.
Academician Xu Ruren: Winner of the 4th Chinese Chemical Society Lifetime Achievement Award
In 2024, Academician Xu Ruren of Jilin University won the 4th Lifetime Achievement Award issued by the Chinese Chemical Society. Academician Xu has been engaged in research on mesoporous materials for a long time, and his research results have had a profound impact in many fields such as catalysis and environmental protection. Academician Xu's award not only represents a personal honor, but also reflects China's continued contribution and international influence in mesoporous material research.
Shanghai Jiao Tong University: Published the latest results of nucleic acid and chemotherapy drug co-delivery system
A research team from Shanghai Jiao Tong University published the latest results on a nucleic acid and chemotherapy drug co-delivery system in May 2018. This research successfully achieved efficient drug delivery by using mesoporous materials as carriers, opening up new avenues for cancer treatment. This research is not only scientifically important, but also shows broad prospects in practical medical applications, once again proving the great potential of mesoporous materials in the biomedical field.
Xi'an Jiaotong University, University of Liverpool: Chemistry students publish papers in international journals

Chemistry students from Xi'an Jiaotong University and the University of Liverpool published research papers related to mesoporous materials in international journals in 2016. These papers involve research on the synthesis methods and properties of mesoporous materials and their application in environmental protection and new energy, demonstrating the vitality and innovative ability of the young generation of scientific research talents. The students' achievements have also won the school an international reputation and promoted international academic exchanges and cooperation.
Summarize
It can be seen from the above cases that China has made remarkable achievements in the research and application of mesoporous materials. It is not only at the international leading level in theoretical research, but also shows strong innovation capabilities in practical applications. Mesoporous materials have broad application prospects in many fields such as catalysis, medical treatment, and environmental protection due to their unique structures and properties. With the deepening of research, it is expected that mesoporous materials will bring revolutionary changes to more industries.
📰 Reference source
- Top Chinese Scientists: Mesoporous Material Pioneer Zhao Dongyuan- Yicai Global (2023-08-22)
- Professor Yang Jinlong’s team from the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Tsinghua University won the 2018 Best Paper Award from the Journal of the American Ceramic Society- tsinghua.edu.cn (2019-10-14)
- Academician Xu Ruren won the 4th Chinese Chemical Society Lifetime Achievement Award- Jilin University (2024-05-22)
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University research group publishes latest results of nucleic acid and chemotherapy drug co-delivery system_Jiao Tong University Wisdom- Shanghai Jiao Tong University News Network (2018-05-31)
- Chemistry students publish papers in international journals one after another - Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University- xjtlu.edu.cn (2016-08-15)
FAQ ❓
What are the main areas of Professor Zhao Dongyuan's contributions to mesoporous materials research in China?
As one of the pioneers in mesoporous materials research in China, Professor Dongyuan Zhao's work has not only advanced the fundamental theory of mesoporous materials but also provided new possibilities for their application in enhancing catalyst efficiency and designing drug delivery systems, bringing revolutionary changes to related industries.
In 2018, Professor Yang Jinlong's team from Tsinghua University won what award?
In 2018, Professor Jinlong Yang's research team from the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Tsinghua University was awarded the Best Paper Award by the Journal of the American Ceramic Society for their significant achievements in mesoporous materials research.
Which fields have been influenced by Academician Xu Ruren's research achievements?
Academician Xu Ruren has long been engaged in the research of mesoporous materials, and his research achievements have had a profound impact in various fields such as catalysis and environmental protection. For this, he was awarded the Fourth Lifetime Achievement Award by the Chinese Chemical Society in 2024.
What important research did the research group of Shanghai Jiao Tong University publish in 2018?
In May 2018, a research team from Shanghai Jiao Tong University published the latest results on a co-delivery system for nucleic acids and chemotherapeutic drugs using mesoporous materials as carriers, opening up new avenues for cancer treatment.
In which year did the students from the Chemistry Department of Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University publish a research paper related to mesoporous materials?
Students from the Department of Chemistry at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University published a series of research papers related to mesoporous materials in international journals in 2016, covering synthesis methods, properties, and applications in environmental protection and new energy.