Xiaohao Liu | Sodium-ion Batteries | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Xiaohao Liu
Affiliation Wenzhou University
Country China
Scopus ID 57201097212
Documents 35
Citations 3,455
h-index 32
Subject Area Sodium-ion Batteries
Event Global Scientist Day Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-5016-4028

Xiaohao Liu

Wenzhou University, China

Xiaohao Liu of Wenzhou University, whose work in sodium-ion battery technologies has contributed to advances in energy storage science and electrochemical materials research. The recognition reflects scholarly productivity, citation impact, and sustained contributions to contemporary scientific knowledge.[1]

Abstract

Xiaohao Liu is recognized for research contributions in sodium-ion battery science, an emerging field addressing sustainable and cost-effective energy storage technologies. Through publications, collaborative research activities, and scholarly dissemination, Liu has contributed to the understanding of electrode materials, electrochemical mechanisms, and battery performance optimization. Citation metrics and publication output indicate a notable level of academic influence within the energy materials research community.[1][2]

Keywords

  • Sodium-ion Batteries
  • Energy Storage Systems
  • Electrochemical Materials
  • Battery Technology
  • Materials Science
  • Research Excellence

Introduction

The transition toward renewable energy infrastructure has increased the demand for efficient, affordable, and sustainable battery technologies. Sodium-ion batteries have emerged as a promising alternative to conventional lithium-ion systems due to the abundance and accessibility of sodium resources. Researchers working in this field contribute to advancements in material design, energy density optimization, safety improvements, and commercial viability. Xiaohao Liu’s scholarly activities align with these objectives through research focused on next-generation energy storage solutions.[2]

Research Profile

Based at Wenzhou University in China, Xiaohao Liu has developed a research portfolio centered on sodium-ion battery systems and related electrochemical technologies. The researcher has accumulated 35 indexed publications, received 3,455 citations, and achieved an h-index of 32 according to available bibliometric records. These indicators reflect sustained scholarly engagement and influence within the field of advanced energy materials.[1]

  • Institution: Wenzhou University
  • Research Area: Sodium-ion Batteries
  • Scopus Documents: 35
  • Citation Count: 3,455
  • h-index: 32
  • Recognition Context: Global Scientist Day Awards

Research Contributions

Research contributions associated with Xiaohao Liu include investigations into electrode architecture, electrochemical kinetics, materials engineering, and battery performance enhancement. These studies support ongoing efforts to improve energy storage efficiency and enable wider adoption of sustainable battery technologies. The work contributes to both theoretical understanding and practical implementation of sodium-ion energy storage systems.[2][3]

  • Development of advanced electrode materials.
  • Enhancement of electrochemical performance characteristics.
  • Investigation of charge storage mechanisms.
  • Support for sustainable energy storage technologies.
  • Contribution to international scientific literature.

Publications

The publication record demonstrates active participation in peer-reviewed scientific communication. Research outputs have addressed topics including sodium-ion battery materials, electrochemical performance, and advanced energy storage technologies. Representative scholarly references associated with the field include publications appearing in internationally recognized journals.[3][4]

  • Peer-reviewed journal articles in energy storage research.
  • Studies focusing on sodium-ion battery materials.
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary research outputs.
  • High-impact publications contributing to citation growth.

Research Impact

Research impact may be evaluated through publication quality, citation performance, scholarly visibility, and influence on subsequent scientific investigations. The citation count of 3,455 and h-index of 32 suggest that Liu’s publications have been referenced extensively within the academic community. Such indicators reflect recognition from researchers working in related fields of energy storage, electrochemistry, and materials science.[1]

Award Suitability

The Best Researcher Award emphasizes scientific excellence, research productivity, innovation, and measurable academic impact. Based on available bibliometric indicators and subject specialization, Xiaohao Liu demonstrates attributes commonly associated with award recognition. Contributions to sodium-ion battery research, together with a strong citation profile and scholarly publication record, support consideration within the framework of academic achievement and scientific advancement.[1][2]

Conclusion

Xiaohao Liu’s scholarly profile reflects meaningful engagement in sodium-ion battery research and advanced energy storage science. Through publication activity, citation influence, and contributions to emerging technologies, the researcher has established a notable presence within the academic community. Recognition through the Best Researcher Award aligns with the demonstrated commitment to scientific inquiry, innovation, and knowledge dissemination.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Xiaohao Liu, Author ID 57201097212. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57201097212
  2. Catalytic defect‐repairing using manganese ions for hard carbon anode with high‐capacity and high‐initial‐Coulombic‐efficiency in sodium‐ion batteries
    https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/aenm.202300444
  3. Long-Cycle-Life Cathode Materials for Sodium-Ion Batteries toward Large-Scale Energy Storage Systems
    https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/aenm.202300149
  4. Achieving All-Plateau and High-Capacity Sodium Insertion in Topological Graphitized Carbon
    https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/adma.202302613

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