Prof. Dr Bin Zhang | Copper catalyst | Best Researcher Award
Prof. Dr. Bin Zhang is a leading expert in chemical engineering
and heterogeneous catalysis
at the State Key Laboratory of Coal Conversion. Holding a Ph.D. from ICC-CAS
, he is renowned for pioneering atomic layer deposition (ALD) technologies
and the concept of operando mobile catalysis
. With 68+ high-impact publications
and 12 patents
, his work bridges theory and application in green catalysis
. Honored as an Outstanding CAS Youth Member
and a Talent Young Scientist
, Prof. Zhang continues to drive innovation in energy and environmental science
through visionary research and leadership
.
Prof. Dr Bin Zhang, Institute of Coal Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
Profile
Education 
Dr. Bin Zhang embarked on his academic journey with a B.S. in Applied Chemistry from Shaanxi Normal University in 2008, where he developed a strong foundation in chemical sciences. He then earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering
from the Institute of Coal Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (ICC-CAS) in 2013, focusing on cutting-edge catalysis and energy-related research. His educational background laid the groundwork for his scientific excellence, leading to his roles as a Professor, Deputy Research Group Leader,
Outstanding Youth Promotion Member of CAS, and a Talent Young Scientist
in Shanxi Province.
Experience 
Dr. Bin Zhang has over a decade of experience in advanced catalysis and chemical engineering
. As a professor at the State Key Laboratory of Coal Conversion
, ICC-CAS, he plays a key role as deputy leader of a high-impact research group
. Since earning his Ph.D. in 2013
, he has led pioneering work in atomic layer deposition (ALD)
and green catalytic technologies
. His expertise spans fundamental mechanisms to industrial applications
. Recognized as an Outstanding Member of CAS’s Youth Promotion Association
and a Talent Young Scientist
, Dr. Zhang continually drives research excellence in energy and materials science
.
Research Focus 
Prof. Dr. Bin Zhang is at the forefront of catalysis and nanomaterials research, with a strong emphasis on atomic layer deposition (ALD)
and energy conversion reactions
. His work targets precise modulation of catalytic interfaces
, including CO₂ hydrogenation, methylcyclohexane dehydrogenation, and mesoporous catalyst design. With novel concepts like multilayer epitaxial structures
and single-site nanozymes for biomedical applications
, his research bridges material science, chemistry, and biotechnology. His projects not only push the boundaries of green chemistry
but also enable practical advancements in gas separation, oncotherapy, and sustainable fuel technologies
.
Publications 
Atomically distributed Al-F₃ nanoparticles towards precisely modulating pore size of carbon membranes for gas separation Authors: Chen, Xiuling; Zhang, Zhiguang; Xu, Shan; He, Gaohong; Li, Nanwen
Journal: Nature Communications, 2025
Single-site nanozyme with exposed unsaturated Cu–O₂ sites for tumor therapy by coordinating innate immunity and vasculature normalization Authors: Liu, Yang; Zhao, Huan; Niu, Rui; Zhang, Hongjie; Zhao, Yanli
Journal: Chem, 2025
Overturning CO₂ Hydrogenation Selectivity from CH₄ to CO by Strong Ru–FeOx Interaction Arising from a Multilayer Epitaxial Structure Authors: Qi, Yuntao; Zhang, Bin; Xue, Dengrong; Meng, Fanchun; Qin, Yong
Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces, 2024
The study of design and performance improvement of catalysts for the stepwise production of bicyclohexane from benzene and cyclohexene Authors: Liu, Ruilin; Wang, Sen; Meng, Fanchun; Qin, Yong; Zhang, Bin
Journal: Journal of Fuel Chemistry and Technology, 2024
Synthesize of ordered mesoporous carbon supported Pt–MoOx catalyst and its catalytic performance for methylcyclohexane dehydrogenation Authors: Wang, Sen; Meng, Fanchun; Li, Zhuo; Qin, Yong; Zhang, Bin
Journal: Petroleum Processing and Petrochemicals, 2024