Overview
Background
A/Professor Bin Luo is currently an ARC Future Fellow and Group Leader in Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) at the University of Queensland (UQ). He received his doctoral degree in Physical Chemistry from National Center for Nanoscience and Technology (NCNST), University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) in July 2013. In August 2014, Dr Luo joined UQ as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in AIBN. He then secured highly competitive UQ Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2015-2018), ARC DECRA Fellowship (2018-2021), and ARC Future Fellowship (2021-2025).
Research interests in Luo group mainly include
- Design of functional materials for next generation energy storage applications, including multivalent metal batteries, redox flow batteries and solid state batteries.
- Exploring new conceptual energy conversion or storage systems (e.g. flexible/micro-batteries, solar rechargeable battery).
- Revealing the structure-performance relationship of functional materials via in/ex situ investigations.
- Interaction of biomaterials and energy storage.
Availability
- Associate Professor Bin Luo is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of the Chinese Academy of Science
Research interests
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Functional nanomaterials for energy related applications
Development of new functional nanomaterials/nanostructures for energy related applications including rechargeable batteries, supercapacitors, and photocatalysis.
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Next generation energy devices
Design of next generation energy conversion or storage devices (i.e. flexible/transparent/microsized batteries, supercapacitors, or solar cells) and new conceptual energy storage system (i.e. solar rechargeable battery)
Research impacts
Dr Luo has been working in the field of functional materials for energy storage applications over 10 years and contributed more than 120 original publications on top ranking journals such as Adv. Mater., Energy Environ. Sci., Nano Energy, Adv. Sci., Small, etc. His work has received over 13,000 citations with h-index of 59 (google scholar). Dr Luo's research has generated significant novel IP: he is an inventor on 14 patents on functional nanomaterials and their applications for energy conversion and storage.
Works
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2020
Journal Article
Sulfur-based redox chemistry for electrochemical energy storage
Huang, Xia, Luo, Bin, Chen, Peng, Searles, Debra J., Wang, Dan and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Sulfur-based redox chemistry for electrochemical energy storage. Coordination Chemistry Reviews, 422 213445, 213445. doi: 10.1016/j.ccr.2020.213445
2020
Journal Article
High-performance porous silicon/nanosilver anodes from industrial low-grade silicon for lithium-ion batteries
Xi, Fengshuo, Zhang, Zhao, Wan, Xiaohan, Li, Shaoyuan, Ma, Wenhui, Chen, Xiuhua, Chen, Ran, Luo, Bin and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). High-performance porous silicon/nanosilver anodes from industrial low-grade silicon for lithium-ion batteries. ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces, 12 (43), 49080-49089. doi: 10.1021/acsami.0c14157
2020
Journal Article
Oriented nanoporous MOFs to mitigate polysulfides migration in lithium-sulfur batteries
Rana, Masud, AL-Fayaad, Hydar A., Luo, Bin, Lin, Tongen, Ran, Lingbing, Clegg, Jack K., Gentle, Ian and Knibbe, Ruth (2020). Oriented nanoporous MOFs to mitigate polysulfides migration in lithium-sulfur batteries. Nano Energy, 75 105009, 105009. doi: 10.1016/j.nanoen.2020.105009
2020
Journal Article
Multimode entanglement generation with dual-pumped four-wave-mixing of Rubidium Atoms
Cai, Yin, Hao, Ling, Zhang, Da, Liu, Yang, Luo, Binshuo, Zheng, Zhan, Li, Feng and Zhang, Yanpeng (2020). Multimode entanglement generation with dual-pumped four-wave-mixing of Rubidium Atoms. Optics Express, 28 (17), 25278-25292. doi: 10.1364/OE.396168
2020
Journal Article
Lithiation-induced vacancy engineering of Co3O4 with improved faradic reactivity for high-performance supercapacitor
Zhang, Yu, Hu, Yuxiang, Wang, Zhiliang, Lin, Tongen, Zhu, Xiaobo, Luo, Bin, Hu, Han, Xing, Wei, Yan, Zifeng and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Lithiation-induced vacancy engineering of Co3O4 with improved faradic reactivity for high-performance supercapacitor. Advanced Functional Materials, 30 (39) 2004172, 2004172. doi: 10.1002/adfm.202004172
2020
Journal Article
Biomimetic Sn4P3 anchored on carbon nanotubes as an anode for high-performance sodium-ion batteries
Ran, Lingbing, Luo, Bin, Gentle, Ian R., Lin, Tongen, Sun, Qiang, Li, Ming, Rana, Md Masud, Wang, Lianzhou and Knibbe, Ruth (2020). Biomimetic Sn4P3 anchored on carbon nanotubes as an anode for high-performance sodium-ion batteries. ACS Nano, 14 (7) acsnano.0c03432, 8826-8837. doi: 10.1021/acsnano.0c03432
2020
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Plant diversity improves the effluent quality and stability of floating constructed wetlands under increased ammonium/nitrate ratio in influent
Wang, Xiao, Luo, Bin, Wang, Lichunxiao, Zhao, Yu, Wang, Qian, Li, Dan, Gu, Baojing, Min, Yong, Chang, Scott X., Ge, Ying and Chang, Jie (2020). Plant diversity improves the effluent quality and stability of floating constructed wetlands under increased ammonium/nitrate ratio in influent. Journal of Environmental Management, 266 110607, 1-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2020.110607
2020
Journal Article
Molten salt synthesis of atomic heterogeneous catalysts: Old chemistry for advanced materials
Xiao, Mu, Luo, Bin, Konarova, Muxina, Wang, Zhiliang and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Molten salt synthesis of atomic heterogeneous catalysts: Old chemistry for advanced materials. European Journal of Inorganic Chemistry, 2020 (31), 2942-2949. doi: 10.1002/ejic.202000391
2020
Journal Article
Recent advances of hollow-structured sulfur cathodes for lithium–sulfur batteries
Huang, Xia, Qiu, Tengfei, Zhang, Xinghao, Wang, Lei, Luo, Bin and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Recent advances of hollow-structured sulfur cathodes for lithium–sulfur batteries. Materials Chemistry Frontiers, 4 (9), 2517-2547. doi: 10.1039/d0qm00303d
2020
Journal Article
Increasing plant diversity offsets the influence of coarse sand on ecosystem services in microcosms of constructed wetlands
Du, Yuanyuan, Luo, Bin, Han, Wenjuan, Duan, Yingyao, Yu, Chenchen, Wang, Meng, Ge, Ying and Chang, Jie (2020). Increasing plant diversity offsets the influence of coarse sand on ecosystem services in microcosms of constructed wetlands. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 27 (27), 34398-34411. doi: 10.1007/s11356-020-09592-5
2020
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Sn4P3@Porous carbon nanofiber as a self-supported anode for sodium-ion batteries
Ran, Lingbing, Gentle, Ian, Lin, Tongen, Luo, Bin, Mo, Ning, Rana, Masud, Li, Ming, Wang, Lianzhou and Knibbe, Ruth (2020). Sn4P3@Porous carbon nanofiber as a self-supported anode for sodium-ion batteries. Journal of Power Sources, 461 228116, 228116. doi: 10.1016/j.jpowsour.2020.228116
2020
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Impact of micropores and dopants to mitigate lithium polysulfides shuttle over high surface area of ZIF-8 derived nanoporous carbons
Rana, Masud, Kim, Jeonghun, Peng, Lingyi, Lim, Hyunsoo, Kaiser, Rejaul, Ran, Lingbing, Luo, Bin, Han, Zhaojun, Hossain, Md. Shahriar A., Lu, Xunyu, Gentle, Ian, Yamauchi, Yusuke and Knibbe, Ruth (2020). Impact of micropores and dopants to mitigate lithium polysulfides shuttle over high surface area of ZIF-8 derived nanoporous carbons. ACS Applied Energy Materials, 3 (6) acsaem.0c00509, 5523-5532. doi: 10.1021/acsaem.0c00509
2020
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Lattice distortion induced internal electric field in TiO2 photoelectrode for efficient charge separation and transfer
Hu, Yuxiang, Pan, Yuanyuan, Wang, Zhiliang, Lin, Tongen, Gao, Yuying, Luo, Bin, Hu, Han, Fan, Fengtao, Liu, Gang and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Lattice distortion induced internal electric field in TiO2 photoelectrode for efficient charge separation and transfer. Nature Communications, 11 (1) 2129, 2129. doi: 10.1038/s41467-020-15993-4
2020
Journal Article
Separator coatings as efficient physical and chemical hosts of polysulfides for high-sulfur-loaded rechargeable lithium–sulfur batteries
Rana, Masud, Li, Ming, He, Qiu, Luo, Bin, Wang, Lianzhou, Gentle, Ian and Knibbe, Ruth (2020). Separator coatings as efficient physical and chemical hosts of polysulfides for high-sulfur-loaded rechargeable lithium–sulfur batteries. Journal of Energy Chemistry, 44, 51-60. doi: 10.1016/j.jechem.2019.08.017
2020
Journal Article
Molten-salt-mediated synthesis of an atomic nickel co-catalyst on TiO2 for improved photocatalytic H2 evolution
Xiao, Mu, Zhang, Lei, Luo, Bin, Lyu, Miaoqiang, Wang, Zhiliang, Huang, Hengming, Wang, Songcan, Du, Aijun and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Molten-salt-mediated synthesis of an atomic nickel co-catalyst on TiO2 for improved photocatalytic H2 evolution. Angewandte Chemie, 59 (18), 7230-7234. doi: 10.1002/anie.202001148
2020
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MXene derived TiS2 nanosheets for high-rate and long-life sodium-ion capacitors
Tang, Jiayong, Huang, Xia, Lin, Tongen, Qiu, Tengfei, Huang, Hengming, Zhu, Xiaobo, Gu, Qinfen, Luo, Bin and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). MXene derived TiS2 nanosheets for high-rate and long-life sodium-ion capacitors. Energy Storage Materials, 26, 550-559. doi: 10.1016/j.ensm.2019.11.028
2020
Journal Article
Two-dimensional heterojunction SnS2/SnO2 photoanode with excellent photoresponse up to near infrared region
Wu, Fangli, Wang, Zhiliang, Zhang, Chunmei, Luo, Bin, Xiao, Mu, Wang, Songcan, Du, Aijun, Li, Liang and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Two-dimensional heterojunction SnS2/SnO2 photoanode with excellent photoresponse up to near infrared region. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 207 110342, 1-6. doi: 10.1016/j.solmat.2019.110342
2020
Journal Article
Molten‐salt‐mediated synthesis of an atomic nickel co‐catalyst on TiO2 for improved photocatalytic H2 evolution
Xiao, Mu, Zhang, Lei, Luo, Bin, Lyu, Miaoqiang, Wang, Zhiliang, Huang, Hengming, Wang, Songcan, Du, Aijun and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Molten‐salt‐mediated synthesis of an atomic nickel co‐catalyst on TiO2 for improved photocatalytic H2 evolution. Angewandte Chemie, 132 (18), 7297-7301. doi: 10.1002/ange.202001148
2020
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Design of twin junction with solid solution interface for efficient photocatalytic H2 production
Huang, Hengming, Wang, Zhiliang, Luo, Bin, Chen, Peng, Lin, Tongen, Xiao, Mu, Wang, Songcan, Dai, Baoying, Wang, Wei, Kou, Jiahui, Lu, Chunhua, Xu, Zhongzi and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Design of twin junction with solid solution interface for efficient photocatalytic H2 production. Nano Energy, 69 104410, 1-9. doi: 10.1016/j.nanoen.2019.104410
2020
Journal Article
Faster activation and slower capacity/voltage fading: a bifunctional urea treatment on lithium‐rich cathode materials
Lin, Tongen, Schulli, Tobias U., Hu, Yuxiang, Zhu, Xiaobo, Gu, Qinfen, Luo, Bin, Cowie, Bruce and Wang, Lianzhou (2020). Faster activation and slower capacity/voltage fading: a bifunctional urea treatment on lithium‐rich cathode materials. Advanced Functional Materials, 30 (13) 1909192, 1-10. doi: 10.1002/adfm.201909192
Funding
Current funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Associate Professor Bin Luo is:
- Available for supervision
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Available projects
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New hierarchical electrode design for high-power lithium ion batteries
This project aims to develop new types of hierarchical electrodes for high-rate lithium ion batteries with long cycling life. The key concepts are the development of multi-shelled hollow structured silicon-based anode and Li-rich layered oxides cathode to achieve both high power and energy density, and the adoption of graphene to further improve rate capability and cycling stability. Effective energy storage systems play an important role in the development of renewable energies and electric vehicles. The project outcomes will lead to innovative technologies in low carbon emission transportation and efficient energy storage systems.
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Advanced flow battery for synergetic carbon capture and energy storage
Develop a novel flow battery that combines renewable energy storage, CO2 capture, and bromide wastewater treatment into one integrated system. Outcomes include an innovative energy storage solution and advancements in carbon capture and wastewater treatment, contributing to clean energy systems.
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Sustainable Manufacturing of Bipolar Plates for Redox Flow Batteries
This project aims to develop composite bipolar plates for all-iron redox flow batteries, a critical component in renewable energy storage systems. The research will explore sustainable, cost-effective materials such as biomass carbon and recycled plastics and new manufacturing methods to enhance battery performance and durability. The project will help reduce Australia¿s reliance on imports and promote local value-added manufacturing. It also addresses global energy challenges by improving energy storage technologies, crucial for integrating renewable energy into power grids and achieving net-zero emissions. The outcomes will benefit both the Australian manufacturing industry and broader community through sustainable energy solutions.
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Advanced all-Iron flow batteries for stationary energy storage
Iron flow batteries are one of the most promising choices for clean, reliable and cost-effective long-duration energy storage. The main obstacle for large-scale commercial deployment is the low round-trip energy efficiency caused by the competitive side reaction that occurs at the negative electrode during battery charging. The project aims to address this issue by engineering the negative electrode-electrolyte interface with functional materials to improve battery performance and thus further reduce the cost of energy storage. Expected outcomes include new materials and methods for advanced battery technology and manufacturing. The success of the project will significantly support the national priority of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Solar rechargeable Zinc-Bromine Flow Batteries
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Peng Chen
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Doctor Philosophy
Functional Materials for Advanced Zinc ion Batteries
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Solar rechargeable batteries for wearable electronics
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lianzhou Wang
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Doctor Philosophy
Advanced all-iron flow batteries for stationary energy storage
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Functional materials for high performance Zinc-Bromine flow batteries
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Functional materials for high performance iron flow battery
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Materials and Interface Engineering for Enhanced Reversibility and Stability in Rechargeable Aluminum-ion Batteries
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lianzhou Wang
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Doctor Philosophy
Functional Carbon materials for Stable Na Metal Anode
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Carbon based functional materials for redox flow batteries
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Design of efficient and stable perovskite photoelectrode for flow batteries
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Peng Chen
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Doctor Philosophy
Development of Efficient Catalyst for Solar-driven Formox Process
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Mu Xiao
Completed supervision
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2026
Doctor Philosophy
Enhancing zinc-bromine batteries via tailored solvation and interfacial chemistry
Principal Advisor
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Design of Photo-Assisted Rechargeable Zinc Iodine Batteries
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lianzhou Wang, Dr Peng Chen
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Design of Organic Cathode Materials for High-Performance Aluminium Batteries
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lianzhou Wang
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Development of lithium-rich layered cathode materials with improved performance for lithium-ion batteries
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lianzhou Wang
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
MXene Based Anodes Materials for Rechargeable Sodium-ion Storage
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lianzhou Wang
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Design of New Two-dimensional Hybrid Materials for Lithium Sulfur Batteries
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Ruth Knibbe, Professor Lianzhou Wang
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Functional materials to enable durable and high loading lithium-sulfur batteries
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Ruth Knibbe
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Development of New Photocatalysts with Efficient Utilization of Charge Carriers
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lianzhou Wang
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Low-cost and high-performance cathode materials for rechargeable lithium- and sodium-ion batteries
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lianzhou Wang
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