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Runnan Zhang

Runnan Zhang

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World Ranking
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11451
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Overview

Runnan Zhang is affiliated with Tianjin University in China and has contributed extensively to the fields of engineering, environmental science, and materials science. Their research principally focuses on membrane separation technologies and related advanced materials, with particular attention to membrane-based ion separation techniques and covalent organic framework applications.

The scientist's work spans several key topics including:

  • Membrane Separation Technologies
  • Membrane-based Ion Separation Techniques
  • Membrane Separation and Gas Transport
  • Covalent Organic Framework Applications
  • Fuel Cells and Related Materials
  • Surface Modification and Superhydrophobicity
  • Metal-Organic Frameworks: Synthesis and Applications

Zhang has published in a variety of venues, with notable frequent appearances in:

  • Journal of Membrane Science
  • SSRN Electronic Journal
  • Journal of Materials Chemistry A
  • Separation and Purification Technology
  • Desalination

Some of their recent papers include:

  • Two-dimensional nanochannel membranes for molecular and ionic separations, 2020, Chemical Society Reviews
  • Solid-Vapor Interface Engineered Covalent Organic Framework Membranes for Molecular Separation, 2020, Journal of the American Chemical Society
  • Antifouling graphene oxide membranes for oil-water separation via hydrophobic chain engineering, 2022, Nature Communications
  • Assembling covalent organic framework membranes with superior ion exchange capacity, 2022, Nature Communications
  • Engineering Covalent Organic Framework Membranes, 2021, Accounts of Materials Research

Zhang has collaborated frequently with several coauthors, including:

  • Zhongyi Jiang
  • Hong Wu
  • Jinqiu Yuan
  • Shiyu Zhang

The scientist's work intersects with multiple subfields such as water science and technology, biomedical engineering, materials chemistry, mechanical engineering, and electrical and electronic engineering, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach. This breadth supports research in developing functional membranes and materials designed for separation processes and energy-related applications.

Best Publications

  • Antifouling membranes for sustainable water purification: strategies and mechanisms

    Runnan Zhang;Yanan Liu;Mingrui He;Yanlei Su

  • Antifouling membrane surface construction: Chemistry plays a critical role

    Xueting Zhao;Runnan Zhang;Yanan Liu;Mingrui He

  • Two-dimensional nanochannel membranes for molecular and ionic separations

    Shaofei Wang;Shaofei Wang;Leixin Yang;Guangwei He;Guangwei He;Benbing Shi

  • Ultrathin nanofiltration membrane with polydopamine-covalent organic framework interlayer for enhanced permeability and structural stability

    Mengyuan Wu;Jinqiu Yuan;Hong Wu;Yanlei Su

  • Separation performance of thin-film composite nanofiltration membrane through interfacial polymerization using different amine monomers

    Yafei Li;Yanlei Su;Yanan Dong;Xueting Zhao

  • 2D Heterostructure Membranes with Sunlight‐Driven Self‐Cleaning Ability for Highly Efficient Oil–Water Separation

    Yanan Liu;Yanlei Su;Jingyuan Guan;Jialin Cao

  • Solid-Vapor Interface Engineered Covalent Organic Framework Membranes for Molecular Separation.

    Niaz Ali Khan;Niaz Ali Khan;Runnan Zhang;Hong Wu;Jianliang Shen

  • Thin film nanocomposite membranes incorporated with graphene quantum dots for high flux and antifouling property

    Ran Bi;Qi Zhang;Runnan Zhang;Yanlei Su

  • A novel positively charged composite nanofiltration membrane prepared by bio-inspired adhesion of polydopamine and surface grafting of poly(ethylene imine)

    Runnan Zhang;Yanlei Su;Xueting Zhao;Yafei Li

  • Preparation of thin film composite nanofiltration membrane with improved structural stability through the mediation of polydopamine

    Yafei Li;Yanlei Su;Jianyu Li;Xueting Zhao

  • Dopamine composite nanofiltration membranes prepared by self-polymerization and interfacial polymerization

    Jiaojiao Zhao;Yanlei Su;Xin He;Xueting Zhao

  • Engineering amphiphilic membrane surfaces based on PEO and PDMS segments for improved antifouling performances

    Xueting Zhao;Yanlei Su;Yafei Li;Runnan Zhang

  • Fabrication of polyvinyl chloride ultrafiltration membranes with stable antifouling property by exploring the pore formation and surface modification capabilities of polyvinyl formal

    Xiaochen Fan;Yanlei Su;Xueting Zhao;Yafei Li

  • Covalent organic framework-modulated interfacial polymerization for ultrathin desalination membranes

    Jinqiu Yuan;Mengyuan Wu;Hong Wu;Yanan Liu

  • Antifouling, high-flux nanofiltration membranes enabled by dual functional polydopamine

    Yafei Li;Yanlei Su;Xueting Zhao;Xin He

  • Assembling covalent organic framework membranes with superior ion exchange capacity

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  • Self-assembled MOF membranes with underwater superoleophobicity for oil/water separation

    Jialin Cao;Yanlei Su;Yanan Liu;Jingyuan Guan

  • Green coating by coordination of tannic acid and iron ions for antioxidant nanofiltration membranes

    Lin Fan;Yanyan Ma;Yanlei Su;Runnan Zhang

  • Loose nanofiltration membrane for dye/salt separation through interfacial polymerization with in-situ generated TiO 2 nanoparticles

    Qi Zhang;Lin Fan;Zhen Yang;Runnan Zhang

  • Metal-coordinated sub-10 nm membranes for water purification.

    Xinda You;Hong Wu;Runnan Zhang;Yanlei Su

  • Fabrication of electro-neutral nanofiltration membranes at neutral pH with antifouling surface via interfacial polymerization from a novel zwitterionic amine monomer

    Tianyi Ma;Yanlei Su;Yafei Li;Runnan Zhang

Frequent Co-Authors

Zhongyi Jiang
Zhongyi Jiang Tianjin University
Yanlei Su
Yanlei Su Tianjin University
Hong Wu
Hong Wu Tianjin University
Shaofei Wang
Shaofei Wang King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
Xingzhong Cao
Xingzhong Cao Chinese Academy of Sciences
Hao Yang
Hao Yang Wuhan Institute of Technology
Yifan Li
Yifan Li Zhengzhou University
Shenmin Zhu
Shenmin Zhu Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Suzana Pereira Nunes
Suzana Pereira Nunes King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

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