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Dr. Qian Zhang gracefully commenced his appointment as Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University in November 2020. Holding a Ph.D. degree, he pursued his doctoral studies under the esteemed guidance of Professor Cheng-Wei Tom Chang at Utah State University, delving into the intricate synthesis of novel aminoglycosides. Subsequently, he honed his skills in post-doctoral research at the University of Notre Dame, where he spent a fruitful year working alongside Professor Shahriar Mobashery. Before joining Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Dr. Zhang gained valuable industrial experience by working in a pharmaceutical company for four years. His research endeavors are centered on the innovative development of methodologies in organic chemistry and the synthesis of bioactive small molecules, making him a valuable addition to the academic community.
Research interests
Electrosynthesis
Synthesis of hybrid molecules with multi-targeting properties
Green chemistry
Carbohydrates chemistry
New methodology development in organic chemistry
Experience
Assistant Professor, 2020 to present
Director of Drug Discovery, TenNor Therapeutics, 2016 - 2020
Post Doc, University of Notre Dame, 2015 - 2016
Teaching
CHE406, Research Project I
CHE402， Research Project II
CHE002 Introduction to Chemistry
CHE303, Advanced Organic Chemistry
CHE309, Final Year Project
CHE405. Topics in Advanced Organic Chemistry
CHE401. Advanced Analytical Chemistry
CHE002. General Chemistry
CHE112. Introductory Organic Chemistry II (Labs)
CHE111. Key Skills for Chemistry
Awards and honours
2018, Talent in key industries in Gusu (Suzhou)
2017, Jiangsu Shuangchuang Ph.D. (Enterprise Innovation)
2015, PhD Completion Award, Utah State University
2009, Chun-Tsung Scholar for outstanding undergraduate researcher, Chun-Tsung Scholar Foundation
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):
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Utah State University, 2015
BSc, Lanzhou University, 2010
Person Types
- Staff
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Suzhou Industrial Park High Quality Innovation Platform of Functional Molecular Materials and Devices
Yang, L., Liu, C., Lu, Q., Papadikis, K., Choi, H., Lin, Y., Xue, X., Huang, X., Ding, M., Wang, X., Zhang, Q., JIN, X., Matziari, M., Ding, L., Li, D., Dennis, J., Dong, Q., 张开周, 由冬琦 & 郜明文
1/09/23 → 30/08/25
Project: Governmental Research Project
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The synthesis of lipid antigens for the detection of mycobacterial infections
Zhang, Q. & Gwenin, C.
1/09/21 → 31/08/24
Project: Internal Research Project
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Investigation of Factors Affecting the Rate of High-Boiling-Point Solvent Removal Using a Rotary Evaporator
Chen, Y., Wang, W. & Zhang, Q., 26 Jan 2024, In: Synlett. 35, 5, p. 598-602 5 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Rapid Cyclic Acetal and Cyclic Ketal Synthesis Assisted by a Rotary Evaporator
Jiang, F., Chen, Y., Wang, W. & Zhang, Q., 8 Apr 2024, In: SYNLETT.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Robust Natural Light-Absorbable and -Degradable AIE Photosensitizers for Fluorescence Labeling and Efficient Photodynamic Eradication of Algal Pollutants
Yu, Q., Xu, B., Geng, J., Xiong, L., Zhang, Q. & He, X., 2 Oct 2024, In: ACS Applied Bio Materials.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Symmetrical Phosphinic Acids: Synthesis and Esterification Optimization toward Potential HIV Prodrugs
Hayat, K., Nixon, G., Zhang, Q. & Matziari, M., 8 Oct 2024, In: ACS Omega. 9, 40, p. 41742-41757 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Symmetrical phosphinic acids: Synthesis and esterification optimization toward potential HIV prodrugs
Matziari, M., Hayat, K., Zhang, Q. & Nixon, G., 2024, In: ACS Omega.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Activities
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Chemical Modification of Antibiotic Linezolid and Nitroimidazole
Qian Zhang (Supervisor)
24 Jun 2024 → 6 Aug 2024Activity: Supervision › Completed SURF Project
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Rapid Microwave-Assisted Acetylation of Alcohols in Acidic Ethyl Acetate: Achieving High Conversion in Just Five Minute (FYP2024)
Chenhao Huang (Participant) & Qian Zhang (Participant)
May 2024Activity: Other
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Two-step Synthesis of Carbohydrate Ethers
Qian Zhang (Supervisor)
23 Apr 2024Activity: Supervision › Master Dissertation Supervision
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Rapid Cyclic Acetal/Ketal Synthesis Assisted by a Rotary Evaporator
Qian Zhang (Supervisor)
23 Apr 2024Activity: Supervision › Master Dissertation Supervision