Prof. Kuo-Lin Huang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award
Professor at National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Dr. Kuo-Lin Huang is a Distinguished Professor at the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering at National Pingtung University of Science and Technology (NPUST). With over two decades of experience in academia, he has built a strong reputation as a leader in environmental science and electrochemical research. Dr. Huang has authored or co-authored more than 105 peer-reviewed SCIE journal articles, reflecting an impressive research output with an H-index of 30 (Google Scholar) and 29 (Scopus) as of 2023. He has served on editorial boards, scientific committees, and as a reviewer for high-impact journals and grant proposals globally. His leadership roles in professional associations and contributions to advancing science in Taiwan and internationally highlight his academic and community impact.
Professional Profile:
Education🎓
Dr. Kuo-Lin Huang earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University, USA, in 2001. His doctoral work laid a strong foundation in the integration of environmental science with engineering principles. This advanced education equipped him with the skills to address complex environmental challenges through innovative research and engineering solutions, which have been central to his career.
Professional Experience🪸
Dr. Huang’s academic career began at NPUST, where he served as an Assistant Professor before being promoted to Associate Professor and later Professor, culminating in his current role as Distinguished Professor. His professional contributions include leadership positions such as Director of the Association of Chemical Sensors in Taiwan and supervisor roles in organizations like the Taiwan PM2.5 Control Association and Taiwan Association for Aerosol Research.
Research Interest🌊
Dr. Huang’s research spans diverse and cutting-edge areas, including environmental and electrochemical technologies. His work focuses on developing techniques for pollutant degradation and remediation, toxic air pollutant monitoring, resource recovery, electrode fabrication, and proton exchange membrane fuel cells. His contributions have advanced sustainability and green technology innovations.
Awards and Honors🏆
Dr. Huang’s dedication and achievements have earned him multiple honors, including serving as a guest editor for special issues of prestigious journals such as Environmental Science and Pollution Research and the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. He has also held key roles in prominent organizations, reflecting his recognition as a thought leader in environmental science and engineering.
Conclusion
Dr. Kuo-Lin Huang is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His substantial academic contributions, expertise in environmental and electrochemical technologies, and active involvement in professional associations position him as a leader in his field. While there is room for further diversification and outreach, his research productivity, impact, and service to the scientific community make him a highly suitable contender for this prestigious recognition.
Publications Top Notes📚
- Title: Characteristics of metals in nano/ultrafine/fine/coarse particles collected beside a heavily trafficked road
Authors: CC Lin, SJ Chen, KL Huang, WI Hwang, GP Chang-Chien, WY Lin
Year: 2005
Citations: 430 - Title: Emissions of fuel metals content from a diesel vehicle engine
Authors: YF Wang, KL Huang, CT Li, HH Mi, JH Luo, PJ Tsai
Year: 2003
Citations: 331 - Title: PM, carbon, and PAH emissions from a diesel generator fuelled with soy-biodiesel blends
Authors: JH Tsai, SJ Chen, KL Huang, YC Lin, WJ Lee, CC Lin, WY Lin
Year: 2010
Citations: 140 - Title: Emissions of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) from the pyrolysis of scrap tires
Authors: SJ Chen, HB Su, JE Chang, WJ Lee, KL Huang, LT Hsieh, YC Huang, …
Year: 2007
Citations: 125 - Title: PAHs, PAH-induced carcinogenic potency, and particle-extract-induced cytotoxicity of traffic-related nano/ultrafine particles
Authors: CC Lin, SJ Chen, KL Huang, WJ Lee, WY Lin, JH Tsai, HC Chaung
Year: 2008
Citations: 118 - Title: Vitrification of chromium electroplating sludge
Authors: CT Li, WJ Lee, KL Huang, SF Fu, YC Lai
Year: 2007
Citations: 112 - Title: Metal recovery from spent hydrodesulfurization catalysts using a combined acid-leaching and electrolysis process
Authors: YC Lai, WJ Lee, KL Huang, CM Wu
Year: 2008
Citations: 108 - Title: Determination of levels of persistent organic pollutants (PCDD/Fs, PBDD/Fs, PBDEs, PCBs, and PBBs) in atmosphere near a municipal solid waste incinerator
Authors: MS Wang, SJ Chen, KL Huang, YC Lai, GP Chang-Chien, JH Tsai, …
Year: 2010
Citations: 107 - Title: Emissions from a generator fueled by blends of diesel, biodiesel, acetone, and isopropyl alcohol: Analyses of emitted PM, particulate carbon, and PAHs
Authors: JH Tsai, SJ Chen, KL Huang, WY Lin, WJ Lee, CC Lin, LT Hsieh, JY Chiu, …
Year: 2014
Citations: 80 - Title: Characteristics of particles sampled in southern Taiwan during the Asian dust storm periods in 2000 and 2001
Authors: SJ Chen, LT Hsieh, MJ Kao, WY Lin, KL Huang, CC Lin
Year: 2004
Citations: 76 - Title: Effects of sputtering parameters on the performance of electrodes fabricated for proton exchange membrane fuel cells
Authors: KL Huang, YC Lai, CH Tsai
Year: 2006
Citations: 70 - Title: Reaction efficiencies and rate constants for the goethite-catalyzed Fenton-like reaction of NAPL-form aromatic hydrocarbons and chloroethylenes
Authors: CKJ Yeh, CY Hsu, CH Chiu, KL Huang
Year: 2008
Citations: 68 - Title: Recovery of valuable metals from electroplating sludge with reducing additives via vitrification
Authors: R Huang, KL Huang, ZY Lin, JW Wang, C Lin, YM Kuo
Year: 2013
Citations: 67 - Title: Characterization of slags and ingots from the vitrification of municipal solid waste incineration ashes
Authors: CT Li, YJ Huang, KL Huang, WJ Lee
Year: 2003
Citations: 67 - Title: Characterization of spent nickel–metal hydride batteries and a preliminary economic evaluation of the recovery processes
Authors: SL Lin, KL Huang, IC Wang, IC Chou, YM Kuo, CH Hung, C Lin
Year: 2016
Citations: 64
