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ORCID iD: 0000-0002-6298-1858
Scopus Author ID: 57192626269
ResearcherID: AAE-1236-2019
Google Scholar Profile: e0ghFgcAAAAJ
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Biography
Prof. Xue Wang received her Ph.D. degree in Chemistry at Xiamen University. During her graduate studies, she conducted research at the Georgia Institute of Technology as a visiting graduate student (2013-2015). She worked as an associate professor at Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences and then a postdoctoral fellow at University of Toronto, prior to joining the City University of Hong Kong as an assistant professor in the School of Energy and Environment. Prof. Wang’s research expertise covers nanomaterial design, electrocatalysis, and reaction engineering, with a particular emphasis on energy-related applications.
Position(s) Available
Ph.D. Candidates
Potential graduate students (including students who will receive/have received the bachelor degree or master degree) who are interested in the topics of sustainable technologies for renewable energy storage & conversion are welcome to contact Prof. Wang at [email protected] with your CV, transcripts (UG/PG transcripts and English proficiency certificate), and publications (if applicable). The candidates with research experience in one or more areas of chemistry, nanomaterials, and/or electrocatalysis will be preferred. Please visit https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/research-degree-programmes/steps-and-procedures for information on apply for graduate studies and postgraduate studentship at the City University of Hong Kong and refer to the English proficiency requirement. Applicants will have to go through a centralized admission process through the City University of Hong Kong with Prof. Wang’s recommendation. Outstanding candidates will also be recommended to apply to Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS).
Postdoctoral Fellows
The appointee will mainly conduct research projects related to CO2 electrochemical conversion. The appointee is expected to publish first authored papers in high-impact journal and cultivate their mentoring skills by devoting a part of their time to mentor graduate students.
· Requirements
Our group invites candidates from disciplines in chemistry, chemistry engineering, material science and engineering, or a related discipline to apply. Candidates with background in CO2 electroreduction and electrocatalysis are preferred. Ph.D. degree or close to receiving Ph.D. degree is required for postdoctoral fellow. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate strong motivation, critical thinking ability, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
· Salary and Conditions of Service
Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental consultations at the campus clinic.
· Application
To apply, please submit your CV including your full publications and a 2-page research proposal to Prof. Wang at [email protected] . Please also list 3 referees who are willing to supply letters of reference upon request.
***Review of applications will begin immediately until the positions are filled. ***
Research Assistant
· Duties:
The appointee will mainly conduct research projects related to CO2 electrochemical conversion.
· Requirements
Our group invites candidates from disciplines in chemistry, chemistry engineering, material science and engineering, or a related discipline to apply. Bachelor's or master's degree is required for research assistant. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate strong motivation, critical thinking ability, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
· Salary and Conditions of Service
Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental consultations at the campus clinic.
· Application
To apply, please submit your CV including your full publications and a 2-page research proposal to Prof. Wang at [email protected] . Please also list 2 referees who are willing to supply letters of reference upon request.
We welcome highly motivated and enthusiastic undergraduate students to join our lab and participate in group research projects. Please email Prof. Wang at [email protected] for details.
Visiting Graduate Students and Visiting Scholars
We welcome visiting graduate students and visiting scholars to join our group. Please email Prof. Wang with your CV including the full publications at [email protected] for details.
City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially applicants who will enhance the diversity of our staff.
Research Interests/Areas
- Nanomaterials
- Electrocatalysis
- CO2 utilizaiton and conversion
- Chemicals/fuels electrosynthesis
- Reaction engineering
- Energy storage and conversion
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
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SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Research output
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Anion Effect on CO2 Electrochemical Reduction in Acidic Media
Zhang, S. (Co-first Author), Guo, L. (Co-first Author), Huang, H., Xie, S., Xu, A. & Wang, X., 15 Jun 2026, In: ChemSusChem. 19, 11, 9 p., e70811.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Boosting CO2-to-C2H4 electrocatalysis on Cu2O with waste-derived porous carbon from coconut shells
Qin, C. (Co-first Author), Li, T. (Co-first Author), Masakorala, G. (Co-first Author), Zhi, C., Huang, H., Zhou, C., Wang, X., Shen, B., Zhang, J.-R., Zhou, Y., Thambiliyagodage, C. & Zhu, W., 28 May 2026, In: Chemical Communications. 62, 41, p. 10482-10486 5 p.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Copper-based catalysts for CO2-to-ethanol electrolysis at industrially relevant current densities
Tan, C., Tan, D., Ozden, A. & Wang, X., 20 Aug 2026, In: Chem Catalysis. 6, 8, 101725.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Design principles and selectivity origins of Pt-CuOx interfacial catalysts for low-voltage direct electroxidation of biomass-derived compounds
Pei, A. (Co-first Author), Fu, S. (Co-first Author), Wang, P., Zhao, Y., Zhou, W., Ye, J., Jia, Y., Wang, X., Peng, J., Guo, Z. & Chen, G., Jun 2026, In: Science Bulletin. 71, 11, p. 2687-2690Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Dynamic assembly of interfacial organic cations enables highly stable and selective CO2 electroreduction in acid
Lai, W. (Co-first Author), Qiao, Y. (Co-first Author), Liu, S. (Co-first Author), Tao, H., Wang, Y., Wang, T., Li, K., Ye, J., Yan, J., Shao, M., Wang, X., Lian, C., Hu, Z. & Huang, H., May 2026, In: Science Advances. 12, 18, 13 p., eaea1941.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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GRF: Direct Oxygen-containing Simulated Flue Gas Electrolysis to Multi-carbon Products with High Efficiency
WANG, X. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator), HUNG, S.-F. (Co-Investigator) & XU, A. (Co-Investigator)
1/10/26 → …
Project: Research
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MF_RGC: Direct Oxygen-containing Simulated Flue Gas Electrolysis to Multi-carbon Products with High Efficiency
WANG, X. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/10/26 → …
Project: Research
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REG-Small Scale: Development of multi-metal modified Cu-based catalysts for acidic CO2-to-ethylene electrolysis
WANG, X. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator) & XU, A. (Co-Investigator)
1/05/26 → …
Project: Research
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STDSP-YP-CRI: The Design of Metal-Doped Copper- Based Cataysts and Their Apication in Electrochemical CO2 Reduction to Ethylene in Acidic Media
WANG, X. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator), HU, W. (Co-Investigator), HUANG, L. (Co-Investigator), TAN, C. (Co-Investigator) & ZHANG, S. (Co-Investigator)
1/01/26 → …
Project: Research
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SZNSFC-GP-SRI: 基于酸性介质中电还原二氧化碳的铜基催化剂的设计及其制乙烯的性能研究
WANG, X. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
21/10/25 → …
Project: Research
Prizes
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Stanford's top 2% most highly cited scientists 2025
WANG, X. (Recipient), Sept 2025
Prize: RGC 64B - Prizes and awards
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Stanford's top 2% most highly cited scientists 2024
WANG, X. (Recipient), Sept 2024
Prize: RGC 64B - Prizes and awards
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Emerging Investigator, Journal of Materials Chemistry A
WANG, X. (Recipient), 2024
Prize: RGC 64B - Prizes and awards
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Press/Media
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Twenty-One SEE Faculty Named Among World’s Top 2% Scientists 2025
29/09/25
1 item of Media coverage
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Prof. Xue Wang's Research Paper on ‘Efficient CO and Acrolein Co-production via Paired Electrolysis’ is Published in Nature Sustainability
8/07/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Twenty-Six SEE Faculty Members ranked Top 2% of the World’s Most Highly Cited Scientists
ABDI, F. F., AN, K. J. A., CHAN, C. K., CHAN, C. L. J., CHEN, G., CHOPRA, S. S., DONG, L., JEN, A., LAI, C. K. A., LEUNG, M. Y. K., LEUNG, K. H. M., LIN, S. K. C., LIU, C., NG, Y. H., SHANG, J., TSO, C. Y., WANG, J., WANG, W., WANG, X., WU, W., XU, C., YU, Y. W. D., YUAN, Z., YIP, H. L., ZHANG, L. & ZHOU, W.
13/10/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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