Jiaoyi Ning
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“The most important future applications of my research are flexible/wearable electronic devices… The biggest challenge facing my generation of scientists is the intense pressure to secure tenure and research funding within limited timelines, while most groundbreaking discoveries requires long-term experience and knowledge accumulation…” Find out more about Jiaoyi Ning in her Introducing… Profile.
Jiaoyi Ning
The author presented on this page has published her first article as a submitting corresponding author in Angewandte Chemie:
“Unveiling Phenoxazine's Unique Reversible Two-Electron Transfer Process and Stable Redox Intermediates for High-Performance Aqueous Zinc-ion Batteries”: J. Ning, X. Zhang, D. Xie, Q. He, J. Hu, J. Tang, R. Li, H. Meng, K. X. Yao, Angew. Chem. Int. Ed. 2024, 63, e202319796.
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Position, Location:
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Postdoctoral Researcher, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Institute of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, Chongqing University (China)
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Education:
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2012–2016 B.Eng. Central South University, Changsha, Hunan (China)
2016–2022 Ph.D. under the supervision of Prof. Hong Meng, Peking University (China)
2021–2022 Visiting Ph.D. student under the supervision of Prof. Yan Lu, Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie (Germany)
Since 2022 Postdoctoral Associate with Prof. Ke Xin Yao, Chongqing University (China)
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Research:
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Organic conjugated materials, electrochemistry, rechargeable batteries
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Hobbies:
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Floriculture, hip-pop music, traveling
I am waiting for the day when someone will discover room-temperature superconductivity. It will revolutionize energy utilization and storage, turning science fiction into reality.
The biggest challenge facing my generation of scientists is the intense pressure to secure tenure and research funding within limited timelines, while most groundbreaking discoveries requires long-term experience and knowledge accumulation. Preserving the ability for risk-taking and creativity while managing this pressure is a vital lesson for young generation scientists.
My favorite example of chemistry in everyday life is fermentation, seen in making bread or brewing beer. It's amazing how basic ingredients can be transformed through chemical reactions into beloved foods and drinks.
My favorite piece of research is always my next one because I'm anticipating the next adventure of discovery.
The most amusing chemistry adventure in my career was my first organic synthesis experiment. While performing an extraction, I mistakenly collected the aqueous layer and thought it was the organic layer. Adding to the comedy, I discarded the organic compound while continuing to rotary evaporate the empty aqueous layer. Of course, in the end, I didn't obtain the desired product and had to start the experiment from scratch!
The most important factor in the choice of my current research topic was my curiosity about exploring the fascinating electrochemistry of various organic molecules.
A key experience in my education was my Ph.D. period, which provided me with sufficient training in basic scientific literacy and ignited my interest in academic research.
The most important future applications of my research are flexible/wearable electronic devices.
The biggest change in my scientific working environment in the past 10 years has been the development of artificial intelligence, which has transformed how we analyze data, automate processes, and make predictions, leading to more efficient and innovative research methodologies.
My favorite thing about my lab group is the harmonious atmosphere among group members. We work hard and also play hard together.
The most important qualities of a role model are integrity and persistence.
If I were not a scientist, I would be a gardener.
My biggest motivation is to constantly learn and grow as a better person.
My motto is: “Fortune favors the bold.”
My favorite way to spend a holiday is watching a livehouse band performance, going camping on a nice sunny day, or indulging in some shopping.
Behind the Science
Our study originated from an unexpected observation during my Ph.D. research several years ago. As a common redox-active organic molecule, phenoxazine was anticipated to undergo only one reversible redox process according to previous reports. However, I was surprised to observe two reversible CV waves for phenoxazine in aqueous electrolytes for the first time. This unusual phenomenon prompted us to delve deeper into understanding the underlying mechanisms and implications. Through persistent studies and extensive collaboration, spanning my Ph.D. to postdoc period, we have ultimately gained a comprehensive understanding of the redox chemistry of this multi-electron transfer material.
