
Research Focus Areas
1. Porous Materials & Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs)
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Synthesis, structures, and functional applications of inorganic materials and MOFs
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Tunable pore properties and applications of MOFs
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Gas storage and separation (CO₂ capture, hydrogen/methane storage)
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Adsorption and catalysis (selective catalysis, enzyme immobilization)
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Optical and magnetic applications (luminescence, sensing)
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Superhydrophobicity and oil-water separation
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Carbonization of MOFs for functional applications
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2. MOF Synthesis & Structural Control
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Synthesis of novel MOFs through hydrothermal, solvothermal, and rapid self-assembly techniques
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Crystalline-amorphous transition and defect engineering
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Lattice rearrangement and phase transition behavior of MOFs
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Surface modification and functionalization of MOFs (e.g., superhydrophobicity, ion exchange)
3. Industrial Applications & Large-Scale Production of MOFs
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MOF-Based Adsorbents & Shaping Techniques
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Low-temperature regenerable adsorbents (<80°C)
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MOF-coated rotary adsorption wheels (honeycomb adsorbers)
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MOF adsorbents for compressed air drying and industrial VOC removal
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MOF Shaping & Functionalization
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MOFs in various forms: fibers, membranes, granules, coatings, etc.
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Applications for air filters, window screens, and chemical filtration systems
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4. Environmental & Energy Applications
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CO₂ Capture & Conversion
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MOFs for efficient CO₂ reduction into value-added chemicals
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Pollutant Removal & Water Treatment
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MOFs for the removal of heavy metals, VOCs, ammonia, etc.
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Clean Energy Applications
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MOFs as high-performance hydrogen/methane storage materials
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MOFs as catalysts for enhanced battery performance
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Future Perspectives
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Continue to develop new MOFs materials and expand their application fields.
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Strengthen cooperation with industry to promote the commercialization of MOFs.
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Industrialization & Large-Scale Manufacturing of MOFs
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Expansion of MOFs in Health, Environment, and Energy Applications
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Shaping and Functionalization of MOFs for Versatile Applications
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MOFs for High-Selectivity Gas Separation and Smart Materials
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Cultivate more outstanding MOFs research talents.
Welcome students interested in MOFs research to join the Solid-State Inorganic Chemistry Lab!