Overview
Background
Dr. Xiangkang Zeng is an ARC DECRA Research Fellow at the UQ Dow Centre within the School of Chemical Engineering at The University of Queensland. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Monash University, Australia, in 2017. Prior to that, he pursued his studies at Jiangnan University in China, attaining a Master's Degree in Fermentation Engineering in 2012 and a Bachelor's Degree in Biological Engineering in 2010.
Following his doctoral studies, Dr. Zeng conducted postdoctoral research training at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) from 2017 to 2018. Subsequently, he held the position of Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Monash University, Australia, from November 2018 to July 2022.
Dr. Zeng's current research endeavors center around the development of two-dimensional functional photocatalysts, such as graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4), metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and covalent-organic frameworks (COFs). His primary focus lies in exploring their applications in solar-to-chemical energy conversion, water treatment, and antibacterial purposes.
As a testament to his contributions, Dr. Zeng has authored over 35 papers in prestigious journals, including Advanced Functional Materials, ACS Catalysis, Angewandte Chemie, Applied Catalysis B, Water Research, Chemical Engineering Journal, and Green Chemistry, both as the first author and co-author.
Availability
- Dr Xiangkang Zeng is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Research impacts
Dr. Zeng has recently pioneered the creation of an efficient catalyst designed for disinfecting bacteria in water using sunlight irradiation. This groundbreaking research has garnered significant attention from national and international media outlets, including prominent platforms such as EcoVoice, Phys.org, Scimex, and more.
Works
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2017
Journal Article
Highly dispersed TiO2 nanocrystals and WO3 nanorods on reduced graphene oxide: Z-scheme photocatalysis system for accelerated photocatalytic water disinfection
Zeng, Xiangkang, Wang, Zhouyou, Wang, Gen, Gengenbach, Thomas R., McCarthy, David T., Deletic, Ana, Yu, Jiaguo and Zhang, Xiwang (2017). Highly dispersed TiO2 nanocrystals and WO3 nanorods on reduced graphene oxide: Z-scheme photocatalysis system for accelerated photocatalytic water disinfection. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, 218, 163-173. doi: 10.1016/j.apcatb.2017.06.055
2016
Journal Article
Ultrathin titanium oxide nanosheets film with memory bactericidal activity
Wang, Gen, Xing, Zheng, Zeng, Xiangkang, Feng, Chuanping, McCarthy, David T., Deletic, Ana and Zhang, Xiwang (2016). Ultrathin titanium oxide nanosheets film with memory bactericidal activity. Nanoscale, 8 (42), 18050-18056. doi: 10.1039/c6nr06313f
2016
Journal Article
Highly recoverable TiO2-GO nanocomposites for stormwater disinfection
Wang, Gen, Feng, Wenjun, Zeng, Xiangkang, Wang, Zhouyou, Feng, Chuanping, McCarthy, David T., Deletic, Ana and Zhang, Xiwang (2016). Highly recoverable TiO2-GO nanocomposites for stormwater disinfection. Water Research, 94, 363-370. doi: 10.1016/j.watres.2016.02.067
2016
Journal Article
Constructing ultrathin film with "memory" photocatalytic activity from monolayered tungstate nanodots
Xing, Zheng, Zeng, Xiangkang, Deletic, Ana, McCarthy, David, Wang, Gen and Zhang, Xiwang (2016). Constructing ultrathin film with "memory" photocatalytic activity from monolayered tungstate nanodots. Chemical Communications, 52 (43), 6985-6988. doi: 10.1039/c6cc00102e
2015
Journal Article
Silver/Reduced Graphene Oxide Hydrogel as Novel Bactericidal Filter for Point-of-Use Water Disinfection
Zeng, Xiangkang, McCarthy, David T., Deletic, Ana and Zhang, Xiwang (2015). Silver/Reduced Graphene Oxide Hydrogel as Novel Bactericidal Filter for Point-of-Use Water Disinfection. Advanced Functional Materials, 25 (27), 4344-4351. doi: 10.1002/adfm.201501454
2012
Journal Article
Anthraquinone dye assisted the decolorization of azo dyes by a novel Trametes trogii laccase
Zeng, Xiangkang, Cai, Yujie, Liao, Xiangru, Zeng, Xianglong, Luo, Shoupeng and Zhang, Dabing (2012). Anthraquinone dye assisted the decolorization of azo dyes by a novel Trametes trogii laccase. Process Biochemistry, 47 (1), 160-163. doi: 10.1016/j.procbio.2011.10.019
2011
Journal Article
Decolorization of synthetic dyes by crude laccase from a newly isolated Trametes trogii strain cultivated on solid agro-industrial residue
Zeng, Xiangkang, Cai, Yujie, Liao, Xiangru, Zeng, Xianglong, Li, Wenxiu and Zhang, Dabing (2011). Decolorization of synthetic dyes by crude laccase from a newly isolated Trametes trogii strain cultivated on solid agro-industrial residue. Journal of Hazardous Materials, 187 (1-3), 517-525. doi: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2011.01.068
2011
Journal Article
Serratia marcescens SYBC08 catalase isolated from sludge containing hydrogen peroxide shows increased catalase production by regulation of carbon metabolism
Zeng, Hua-Wei, Cai, Yu-Jie, Liao, Xiang-Ru, Zhang, Feng, Li, Yu-Lin, Zeng, Xiang-Kang and Zhang, Da-Bing (2011). Serratia marcescens SYBC08 catalase isolated from sludge containing hydrogen peroxide shows increased catalase production by regulation of carbon metabolism. Engineering in Life Sciences, 11 (1), 37-43. doi: 10.1002/elsc.201000115
Supervision
Availability
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Available projects
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Electrosynthesis of hydrogen peroxide
A project on hydrogen peroxide production by electrocatalysts is available in our group. Potential PhD candidates are welcome to apply for UQ GSS or CSC-UQ scholarships. Please get in touch for more detailed information.
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a commodity chemical applied in diverse products and industries. Nevertheless, its current industrial production process is not sustainable. Electrochemical process is an alternative and green process for the synthesis of hydrogen peroxide, as H2O2 can be prepared by water oxidation on anode or oxygen reduction on cathode, with renewable (e.g., solar or wind) energy as the energy input. Progress has been made in this research topic in the last decade; however, the efficiency still needs improvement through designing efficient electrodes and reactors. To address these challenges, this PhD project aims to develop a new type of catalysts that can be used for H2O2 production from water oxidation reaction and/or oxygen reduction. It is expected the developed catalysts would be integrated as membrane electrodes and used for H2O2 production in a designed flow cell device.
A working knowledge of electrochemistry, chemical engineering and water splitting processes would be of benefit to someone working on this project. A background or knowledge of either materials engineering or chemical engineering, is highly desirable. You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field/s of materials engineering, chemical engineering and electrochemistry, and the potential for scholastic success.
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring Catalysts for Efficient Electrocatalytic Hydrogen Peroxide Generation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Hong Peng, Professor Xiwang Zhang, Dr Chao Xing
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Doctor Philosophy
Polymeric Photocatalysts for Solar-Driven Hydrogen Peroxide Production
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Tom Rufford
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Doctor Philosophy
Rational design of semiconductors for light-driven hydrogen peroxide production
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Mike Tebyetekerwa, Professor Xiwang Zhang
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Doctor Philosophy
Engineering Surface Oxygen Reduction Reaction in 2D Photocatalysts for Hydrogen Peroxide Production
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Mike Tebyetekerwa, Professor Xiwang Zhang
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