Mr. wenlong Lei | Experimental methods | Best Researcher Award

Research associate at Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), China

Wenlong Lei is an Assistant Research Fellow at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). His postdoctoral research was carried out at the Fundamental Research Center for Artificial Photosynthesis at DICP, where he worked under the mentorship of Prof. Can Li on photo-catalysis for the green synthesis of high-value chemicals. His research aims to develop efficient and sustainable methods to activate C-H bonds for the synthesis of chemicals critical to various industries. His work has received significant recognition through numerous awards, including the Young Scientists Fund from the National Natural Science Foundation of China. Wenlong Lei’s innovative approach to photo/electro-catalytic activation has earned him a reputation in the field of green chemistry and artificial photosynthesis.

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Early Academic Pursuits 🎓

Wenlong Lei began his academic journey with a strong foundation in Organic Chemistry, earning his PhD degree from the Department of Chemistry at Lanzhou University, China. During his time at Lanzhou University, he demonstrated remarkable promise, leading to him receiving the National Scholarship for Doctoral Students. His commitment to excellence was further recognized when he was awarded Merit Graduate Student (MGS) in both 2018 and 2019, as well as accolades for his leadership as an Excellent Student Cadre and Excellent Member. This early recognition set the stage for his future endeavors in the world of catalysis and green chemistry.

Professional Endeavors 🧑‍🔬

After completing his PhD, Wenlong Lei pursued postdoctoral research at the Fundamental Research Center for Artificial Photosynthesis, part of the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). Working under the mentorship of Prof. Can Li, he focused on photo-catalysis research aimed at the green catalytic synthesis of high-value chemicals. This period of his career honed his expertise in photo-catalytic and electro-catalytic processes, with a particular emphasis on C-H bond activation. In recognition of his growing expertise, he was appointed an Assistant Research Fellow at DICP, CAS, where he continues to make significant strides in the development of efficient, green catalytic methods.

Contributions and Research Focus 🔬

Lei’s current research is centered on the photo/electro-catalytic activation of C-H bonds, a critical process for the sustainable synthesis of high-value chemicals. His work seeks to develop innovative, green methods that are more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient than traditional chemical synthesis methods. A major part of his work is dedicated to understanding the intrinsic mechanisms behind catalytic activities, which has the potential to revolutionize green chemistry by offering new insights into how catalytic processes can be made more efficient and selective.

Impact and Influence 🌍

Wenlong Lei’s contributions to photo-catalysis and green chemistry have gained considerable recognition in the scientific community. His work on C-H bond activation is paving the way for more sustainable chemical production processes that are crucial in addressing global challenges such as energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. His ability to combine fundamental research with practical applications makes him a key figure in the growing field of artificial photosynthesis and green catalysis.

Academic Cites 📚

Throughout his career, Lei has contributed extensively to the scientific literature. His research has been widely cited and is recognized for its influence in advancing the field of catalysis. By publishing in top-tier journals and collaborating with leading researchers in photo-catalysis and electro-catalysis, Lei has built a solid academic reputation and has become a go-to researcher in the chemical synthesis community.

Technical Skills ⚙️

Lei possesses a range of technical skills that are essential for cutting-edge research in chemical physics and catalysis. These include:

• Photo-catalytic and electro-catalytic processes
• Catalyst design and synthesis
• Mechanistic studies of catalytic reactions
• High-value chemical synthesis
• Green chemistry techniques
• Advanced spectroscopy and analytical techniques (e.g., NMR, IR, XPS)

Teaching Experience 👨‍🏫

As an Assistant Research Fellow, Wenlong Lei also takes part in mentoring and supervising students at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP). He is passionate about sharing his knowledge of organic chemistry, catalysis, and green technologies with the next generation of researchers. His teaching contributions help ensure that future scientists are equipped with the skills and knowledge to continue advancing in the field of sustainable chemistry.

Legacy and Future Contributions 🚀

Looking ahead, Wenlong Lei is poised to make even more profound contributions to the fields of photo-catalysis and green chemical synthesis. With the Young Scientists Fund from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and financial support from the Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China, his work has already gained strong institutional backing. In the coming years, Lei plans to explore the scalability of his catalytic methods and their commercialization, with the goal of bringing his green technologies into real-world applications that can benefit society and industry.

Top Noted Publications📖

Visible-light-induced aerobic oxidation of alcohols to aldehydes/ketones via solvated dispersion intermediates

• • Authors: Wenlong Lei, Runze Liu, Rengui Li, Yan Liu, Can Li
  • Journal: Green Chemistry
  • Year: 2024

Synthesis of 4-Oxoisoxazoline N-Oxides via Pd-Catalyzed Cyclization of Propargylic Alcohols with tert-Butyl Nitrite

• • Authors: Kai-Wen Feng, Yong-Liang Ban, Pan-Feng Yuan, Wen-Long Lei, 刘强, 方冉
  • Journal: Organic Letters
  • Year: 2019

Visible-light-enabled aerobic synthesis of benzoin bis-ethers from alkynes and alcohols

• • Authors: Wen-long Lei, Biao Yang, Qing-Bao Zhang, Pan-Feng Yuan, 骊珠 吴, 刘强
  • Journal: Green Chemistry
  • Year: 2018

Visible-light-promoted aerobic metal-free aminothiocyanation of activated ketones

• • Authors: Pan-Feng Yuan, Qing-Bao Zhang, Xiao-Ling Jin, Wen-Long Lei, 骊珠 吴, 刘强
  • Journal: Green Chemistry
  • Year: 2018

Eosin Y- and Copper-Catalyzed Dark Reaction To Construct Ene-γ-Lactams

• • Authors: Wen-Long Lei, Kai-Wen Feng, Tao Wang, 骊珠 吴, 刘强
  • Journal: Organic Letters
  • Year: 2018

Visible-Light-Driven Synthesis of 4-Alkyl/Aryl-2-Aminothiazoles Promoted by In Situ Generated Copper Photocatalyst

• • Authors: Wen-Long Lei, Tao Wang, Kai-Wen Feng, 骊珠 吴, 刘强
  • Journal: ACS Catalysis
  • Year: 2017

Direct C–H difluoromethylenephosphonation of arenes and heteroarenes with bromodifluoromethyl phosphonate via visible-light photocatalysis

• • Authors: Lin Wang, Xiao-Jing Wei, Wen-Long Lei, Han Chen, Li-Zhu Wu, Qiang Liu
  • Journal: Chem. Commun.
  • Year: 2014