Wenjie Tian

Dr. Wenjie Tian is an ARC Externally-Funded Research Fellow (B) at the School of Chemical Engineering, University of Adelaide. His research focuses on developing sustainable, green methods for synthesizing nanostructured catalysts derived from waste materials. Applications include CO₂ capture, removal of persistent organic pollutants in wastewater, and energy-related applications such as hydrogen production. He is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students in these fields.

His work emphasizes functional carbon-based materials and catalytic systems, with particular attention to carbon nitride, single-atom catalysts, and hierarchical nanostructures. Recent studies explore microplastic degradation, photocatalytic water remediation, and energy-efficient processes. Key areas of innovation include applying novel synthesis techniques to enhance catalytic performance and environmental sustainability.

Dr. Tian collaborates on projects addressing global challenges like plastic pollution and carbon capture, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches in materials science and environmental engineering. His research profile highlights contributions to advanced oxidation processes, nanomaterial design, and sustainable catalytic systems.