Albert Nguyen Van Nhien

Professor Albert Nguyen Van Nhien is a faculty member at the University of Picardie Jules Verne, where he conducts research at the Glycochemistry and Agroresources Laboratory of Amiens (UR 7378 LG2A). His work bridges chemistry, materials science, and sustainable development, with a particular focus on bio-based solvents and biopolymers.

His research interests include:

• Development and application of ionic liquids (particularly bio-based) and Deep Eutectic Solvents
• Chitin and chitosan chemistry and nanotechnology
• Biomass pretreatment and valorization
• Energy storage applications (batteries and solar cells)
• Sustainable materials for agricultural and biomedical applications

Professor Nguyen Van Nhien's publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact research, with recent work focusing on chitin nanocrystal applications in agriculture, advanced electrolytes for energy storage, and sustainable biorefinery processes. His publications span top journals in chemistry, materials science, and green technology, showing a clear progression toward increasingly sophisticated applications of his core research areas.

Notable research achievements include:

• Development of active coatings using oxidized chitin nanocrystals for controlling fungal diseases in fruits
• Creation of novel hybrid electrolytes for solid-state lithium-ion batteries
• Advancement of biobased-zwitterionic ionic liquids with improved biocompatibility
• Optimization of chitin extraction from insect sources for sustainable biorefineries

Professor Nguyen Van Nhien actively collaborates with researchers across multiple disciplines, working on projects that address sustainability challenges in energy, agriculture, and materials science. His laboratory serves as a hub for innovative research at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and engineering, with a strong commitment to developing environmentally friendly technologies that translate fundamental scientific insights into practical solutions.