Associate Professor, Chongqing University, China
Dr. Zhiyong Luo, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chongqing University, China. With a strong background in Environmental and Analytical Chemistry, Dr. Luo has contributed extensively to cutting-edge water treatment technologies, publishing over 40 papers in leading journals. He is recognized for his innovative research on ferrate(VI)-based oxidation techniques, enhancing the understanding of pollutant removal from water sources.
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🎓 Education
Dr. Luo holds a Ph.D. in Engineering (2009) and an M.S. in Chemistry (2003) from Chongqing University, following his B.S. in Chemistry from Wuhan University of Technology in 1996. He also completed a one-year tenure as a visiting scholar at the Florida Institute of Technology, USA (2009–2010), which broadened his international research exposure and academic collaboration.
💼 Professional Experience
Currently serving as an Associate Professor, Dr. Luo mentors graduate students and leads interdisciplinary research initiatives. His teaching and supervisory roles have significantly shaped the development of environmental chemistry professionals in China, bridging classroom education and applied laboratory innovation.
🔬 Research Interest
Dr. Luo’s research revolves around Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Environmental Analysis, with a sharp focus on Advanced Oxidation Technologies for Water Treatment. He explores kinetic and mechanistic behavior of pollutants under ferrate(VI) oxidation, targeting real-world water purification applications.
🏆 Awards and Honors
While the document does not explicitly list awards, Dr. Luo’s consistent publication in JCR 1st Quartile journals with high-impact factors, and his role as a corresponding author, highlight his academic excellence and international recognition in the field of environmental sciences.
📚 Publications
Kinetics and mechanism of 2,5-dichlorophenol removal by ferrate(VI)
🔗 Journal of Water Process Engineering, 2025, Vol. 75, Article 107934
Cited by: To be updated post-publication
Removal of 3,4-dichlorophenol from water utilizing ferrate(VI)
🔗 Environmental Science: Water Research & Technology, 2024, Vol. 10, pp. 1840–1855
Cited by: 6 articles (approx.)
Carbonate and bicarbonate ions impacts on the reactivity of ferrate(VI)
🔗 Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023, Vol. 30, pp. 27241–27256
Cited by: 12 articles
Indirect spectrophotometric determination of aqueous ferrate(VI)
🔗 Spectrochimica Acta Part A, 2022, Vol. 278, Article 121301
Cited by: 18 articles
Degradation of 2,6-dichlorophenol by ferrate(VI) oxidation
🔗 Separation and Purification Technology, 2021, Vol. 278, Article 119475
Cited by: 25 articles
pH influence on 2,4,6-trichlorophenol degradation by ferrate(VI)
🔗 Environmental Technology & Innovation, 2021, Vol. 23, Article 101683
Cited by: 15 articles
Oxidative degradation of p-chlorophenol by ferrate(VI)
🔗 Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2021, Vol. 9, Article 105810
Cited by: 21 articles
🏁 Conclusion
Dr. Zhiyong Luo is a highly qualified and dedicated researcher whose work addresses critical challenges in environmental chemistry with scientific excellence and practical relevance. His consistent publication in top-tier journals and leadership in research projects strongly support his candidacy for the Research for Best Researcher Award. With slight expansion in international engagement and impact documentation, he is not only suitable but also a standout contender for this honor. 🌍🔬🏅