Announcements

  • Prof. Tao Zhang, an Editorial Advisory Board Member of Materials and Interfaces, Receives the Future Science Prize in Physical Sciences

    4 Sep 2024

    We are delighted to announce that Prof. Tao Zhang, a member of the Materials and Interfaces Editorial Advisory Board, was recently awarded the prestigious Future Science Prize in Physical Sciences. Prof. Zhang equally shares the prize with Prof. Yadong Li from Tsinghua University, for their pioneering contributions to the development and application of Single-Atom Catalysis (SAC).

    2024 Future Science Prize - Physical Science Prize Laureates

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    Tao Zhang (left), Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
    Yadong Li (right), Tsinghua University

    The groundbreaking work of Prof. Zhang and Prof. Li has significantly advanced the field of catalysis by enhancing the efficiency and selectivity of catalytic reactions at the atomic level. Their cutting-edge research has not only broadened our understanding of catalysis but also paved the way for new innovations in material science and chemical engineering, bringing SAC closer to industrial use and revolutionizing the field of catalysis.

    The Future Science Prize, commonly known as the "Chinese Nobel Prize," recognizes their original and sustained contributions, highlighting SAC's profound impact on sustainable and energy-efficient chemical production. This honor is a testament to the profound global influence of their work.

    For more details on their award and contributions, please visit the official announcement here.

    Please join us in congratulating Prof. Zhang and Prof. Li on this exceptional achievement!

    Kind regards,

    Materials and Interfaces Editorial Office

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  • ACS Fall Meeting 2024: Materials and Interfaces Young Investigators Awards Announcement

    28 Aug 2024

    We are excited to announce the recipients of the "Materials and Interfaces Outstanding Presentations by Young Investigators" awards, sponsored by the journal Materials and Interfaces at the ACS Fall Meeting 2024. These awards recognize the exceptional contributions of emerging researchers in the field of nanoparticle-mediated chemical transformations.

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    Awardees:

    1. Hawi Nyiera
      Graduate Student, University of Connecticut
      Presentation: CsPbBr3 Perovskite Nanoplatelets Surface Functionalization with Chiral Anionic Ligands and Silica Shells
    2. Zhenyang Liu
      Postdoctoral Researcher, Brown University
      Presentation: Synthesis and Applications of Two-Dimensional Lead-Free Double Perovskite Nanoplatelets
    3. Jiaqi Yu
      Postdoctoral Researcher, Northwestern University
      Presentation: Engineered Interfaces for Heterostructured Intermetallic Nanomaterials

    These outstanding individuals were selected for their innovative research and potential to advance the field. The selection was managed by the symposium organizers—Prof. Wenyu Huang, Prof. Yugang Sun, and Prof. Jing Zhao—along with Prof. Younan Xia, Editor-in-Chief of Materials and Interfaces.

    We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the awardees and look forward to their continued contributions to the scientific community. Their work represents the forefront of nanoparticle-mediated chemical transformations, and we are proud to support their achievements.

    Kind regards,

    Materials and Interfaces Editorial Office

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  • Materials and Interfaces Journal to Sponsor "Frontiers & Challenges in Nanoparticle-Mediated Chemical Transformations" Symposium at ACS Fall Meeting 2024

    30 Jul 2024

    We are pleased to announce that the journal of Materials and Interfaces will be sponsoring the symposium titled "Frontiers & Challenges in Nanoparticle-Mediated Chemical Transformations," organized by Prof. Wenyu Huang, Prof. Yugang Sun, and Prof. Jing Zhao at the upcoming ACS Fall Meeting 2024.

    Details of the Sponsorship:

    • Event: ACS Fall Meeting 2024
    • Specific Sponsorship: Sponsoring 3 Young Investigators Awards for the symposium.
    • Award Title: "Materials and Interfaces Outstanding Presentations by Young Investigators"

    The selection of awardees will be managed by the symposium organizers, Prof. Wenyu Huang, Prof. Yugang Sun, and Prof. Jing Zhao, along with Prof. Younan Xia, Editor-in-Chief of Materials and Interfaces. The awards will prioritize the following:

    • Graduate students
    • Postdoctoral researchers
    • Assistant professors

    These awards aim to recognize and support the contributions of young investigators in the field of nanoparticle-mediated chemical transformations.

    We look forward to celebrating the achievements of these promising researchers at the ACS Fall Meeting 2024.

    Kind regards,

    Materials and Interfaces Editorial Office

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  • Materials and Interfaces Journal Announces Formation of Initial Editorial Advisory Board

    22 Jul 2024

    We are excited to announce the formation of the initial Editorial Advisory Board for the Materials and Interfaces journal. This board comprises a distinguished group of experts from various fields within materials science and interfaces, whose collective expertise will guide the journal's editorial direction and ensure the highest standards of scholarly excellence.

    Editor-in-Chief:

    Prof. Younan Xia - Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, USA

    Editorial Advisory Board:

    • Prof. Pedro Camargo - University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
    • Prof. Menglin Chen - Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
    • Prof. Qian Chen - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
    • Prof. Wenlong Cheng - The University of Sydney, Darlington, Australia
    • Prof. Liming Dai - The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
    • Prof. Kristen Fichthorn - The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA
    • Prof. Taeghwan Hyeon - Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
    • Prof. Dan Li - The University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    • Prof. Zhiqun Lin - National University of Singapore, Singapore
    • Prof. Laura Na Liu - University of Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
    • Prof. Luis M. Liz-Marzán - CIC biomaGUNE, Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain
    • Prof. Yuerui (Larry) Lu - The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia
    • Prof. Catherine J. Murphy - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
    • Prof. Luana Persano - Nanoscience Institute, National Research Council, Pisa, Italy
    • Prof. Marie-Paule Pileni - Sorbonne University, Paris, France
    • Prof. Subinoy Rana - Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India
    • Prof. John A. Rogers - Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA
    • Prof. Shouheng Sun - Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
    • Prof. Hsing-Wen Sung - National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, Taiwan
    • Prof. Ivo Freitas Teixeira - Federal University of São Carlos, Sao Carlos, Brazil
    • Prof. Noritatsu Tsubaki - University of Toyama, Toyama, Japan
    • Prof. Mingdi Yan - University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA, USA
    • Prof. Hua Zhang - The City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
    • Prof. Tao Zhang - Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian, China
    • Prof. Dongyuan Zhao - Fudan University, Shanghai, China

    Note: The list is sorted alphabetically by surname and was updated as of July 19, 2024.

    About the Editorial Advisory Board:

    The Editorial Advisory Board plays a crucial role in shaping the journal's vision and strategy. The board members provide valuable insights on emerging research trends and assist in the peer-review process to maintain high publication standards.

    The establishment of the Editorial Advisory Board marks a significant milestone for the Materials and Interfaces journal, demonstrating our commitment to advancing research and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration in materials science. With the guidance of these esteemed scholars, we are confident the journal will become a leading platform for innovative research.

    We extend our gratitude to the members of the Editorial Advisory Board for their willingness to contribute their time and expertise to the journal. We look forward to working together to achieve new heights in scientific publishing.

    For more information about the Materials and Interfaces journal and its editorial team, please visit our website: https://www.sciltp.com/journals/mi/

    Kind regards,

    Materials and Interfaces Editorial Office

     

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