Dr Junyong Hu | Materials Characterization Techniques | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Junyong Hu is a researcher and lecturer at Taiyuan University of Technology, specializing in refrigeration and cryogenic engineering, reverse electrodialysis, and waste heat utilization technologies. He brings together theoretical modeling and experimental systems to create novel solutions in desalination, pollutant removal, and low-grade heat recovery. Through extensive postdoctoral work in collaboration with Taiyuan Boiler Group Co., Ltd., he has driven forward applied research in clean energy systems and environmental remediation.

Dr Junyong Hu | Taiyuan University of Technology | China

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Education

Dr. Hu earned his B.Sc. in Thermal Energy and Power Engineering from Henan University of Science and Technology, followed by M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Refrigeration and Cryogenic Engineering from Dalian University of Technology. His academic path showcases deep engagement with thermodynamic systems and renewable energy applications. His doctoral research laid the foundation for his advanced work in hybrid desalination and power generation systems, emphasizing energy efficiency and sustainability.

Experience

Dr. Hu is currently a lecturer at Taiyuan University of Technology and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Taiyuan Boiler Group Co., Ltd. His work spans experimental design, industrial R&D, and funded scientific projects focused on reverse electrodialysis, air-gap diffusion distillation, and multi-effect desalination systems. As principal investigator for several national and provincial grants, he has led projects targeting denitrification and advanced thermal systems. His hands-on contributions bridge laboratory innovation and field application.

Contributions

Dr. Junyong Hu has led and participated in multiple high-impact research projects focused on thermal energy recovery and clean energy systems. As Principal Investigator, he directed projects funded by the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation and the Shanxi Basic Research Program for Youth, exploring reverse electrodialysis heat engines and denitrification via flue gas waste heat. He also led an industrial R&D project optimizing air-gap diffusion distillation devices. Additionally, he contributed to a National Key R&D Program targeting clean combustion and flexible power generation from low-calorific-value coal. These projects reflect his leadership in applied energy and environmental technologies.

Research Focus 

Dr. Hu’s research centers on reverse electrodialysis, waste heat-driven power systems, and hybrid desalination. He aims to optimize energy conversion processes and deepen understanding of membrane-based power generation under low-grade thermal conditions. His focus areas such as pollutant removal, mixed working fluids, and energy recovery serve both environmental and industrial goals. This interdisciplinary approach fosters innovation in sustainable energy and clean water technologies.

Conclusion

Dr. Junyong Hu is a technically accomplished and innovative researcher with clear contributions to sustainable energy systems and thermal energy recovery technologies. His record of high-quality publications, funded projects, and patented inventions positions him as  a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. With increased international collaboration
and research leadership, he is well poised to become a leading figure in energy and environmental engineering.

Publications

Experimental Performance Comparison of Helium-Gap Diffusion Distillation and Air–Gap Diffusion Distillation
Authors: Junyong Hu, Yukun Sun, Jiajie Zhang, Suxia Ma, Xuemao Guo, Jianfei Wang
Journal: Energy Conversion and Management (2022)

Influence of Output Current on Decolorization Efficiency of Azo Dye Wastewater by a Series System with Multi-Stage Reverse Electrodialysis Reactors
Authors: Xu S., Leng Q., Wu X., Xu Z., Hu J., et al.
Journal: Energy Conversion and Management (2021)

Experimental Study on Hydrogen Production with RED Reactor Powered by Concentration Gradient Energy
Authors: Xu S., Liu Z., Wu X., Zhang Y., Hu J., et al.
Journal: CIESC Journal (2020)

Heat and Mass Transfer Evaluation of Air-Gap Diffusion Distillation by ε-NTU Method
Authors: Xu L., Xu S., Wu X., Wang P., Hu J., et al.
Journal: Desalination (2020)

Experimental Investigation on the Performance of Series Control Multi-Stage Reverse Electrodialysis
Authors: Junyong Hu, Shiming Xu, Xi Wu, et al.
Journal: Energy Conversion and Management (2020)

Air-Gap Diffusion Distillation: Theory and Experiment
Authors: Xu S., Xu L., Wu X., Hu J., et al.
Journal: Desalination (2019)

Exergy Analysis for the Multi-Effect Distillation – Reverse Electrodialysis Heat Engine
Authors: Junyong Hu, Shiming Xu, et al.
Journal: Desalination (2019)