Postdoctoral at Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, China
Dr. Zitong Fei, born in August 1997, is a materials scientist specializing in the recycling and regeneration of spent lithium-ion battery cathode materials. She earned her Ph.D. in Metallurgical Physical Chemistry from Kunming University of Science and Technology in 2024, where she also completed her Master’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering in 2020. Under the supervision of Professor Yingjie Zhang, her research has focused on high-voltage LiCoO₂ cathode materials and sustainable regeneration technologies for cobalt-based electrodes.
Profile:
🎓 Educational Background:
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Ph.D. in Metallurgical Physical Chemistry (2020.08 – 2024.06)
Kunming University of Science and Technology
Research Focus: Direct regeneration mechanisms of spent LiCoO₂ cathode materials
Supervisor: Prof. Yingjie Zhang
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M.Sc. in Metallurgical Engineering (2019.08 – 2020.07)
Kunming University of Science and Technology
Research Focus: High-voltage LiCoO₂ cathode material design
🧪 Research Expertise:
Dr. Fei’s work revolves around the regeneration and recycling of spent lithium-ion batteries, with a particular focus on cathode material recovery, environmental sustainability, and green chemistry applications.
🛠️ Patents (10+):
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Targeted oxidative solvent for cathode regeneration
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Single crystal and rapid regeneration methods for ternary materials
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Battery disassembly and recycling devices
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Deep eutectic solvent recovery systems
Dr. Fei holds over 10 national and international patents in advanced lithium battery recycling technologies.
📊 Citation Metrics:
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Total Citations: 522
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Cited by: 387 documents
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Total Publications: 20
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h-index: 10
Publication Top Notes:
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Su, Y., Fei, Z., Fan, Y., Peng, X., & Dong, P. (2025). Enhanced selective lithium extraction and regeneration of spent LiNi₁/₃Co₁/₃Mn₁/₃O₂ through carbon–sulfur composite roasting. Separation and Purification Technology.
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Liu, Q., Li, Y., Fei, Z., Peng, X., & Dong, P. (2025). Review and perspectives on direct regeneration of spent ternary cathode materials based on failure mechanisms. (Journal name not specified).