Shiqi Guo | Mineral Separation | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Shiqi Guo
Columbia University, United States

Shiqi Guo
Affiliation Columbia University
Country United States
Scopus ID 59677438600
Documents 3
Citations 3
h-index 1
Subject Area Mineral Separation
Event Applied Scientist Awards
ORCID 0009-0007-8628-4655

Shiqi Guo is a researcher affiliated with Columbia University in the United States whose reported research profile is associated with the subject area of Mineral Separation. The profile supplied for this academic recognition article records three documents, three citations, and an h-index of 1 in Scopus. These bibliometric values provide a snapshot of the indexed research record and should be interpreted in relation to publication history, disciplinary practices, and the date on which the profile was assessed.

The Innovative Research Award recognizes research activity associated with applied scientific inquiry and innovation. In the context of mineral separation, research commonly addresses the selective recovery, concentration, and processing of mineral components from complex materials, with applications across mineral processing and extractive industries. Established literature identifies flotation, gravity separation, magnetic separation, and related physical and physicochemical processes as important components of mineral separation research.[1][2]

Abstract

This article presents an academic recognition profile for Shiqi Guo, a researcher affiliated with Columbia University whose stated subject area is Mineral Separation. The available bibliometric information identifies three Scopus-indexed documents, three citations, and an h-index of 1. The research area is situated within mineral processing and separation science, fields concerned with the characterization and selective recovery of valuable components from mineral-bearing materials. Mineral separation methods may involve differences in physical, chemical, surface, magnetic, or other material properties to achieve selective concentration.[1][2] The supplied profile and bibliometric indicators provide the basis for considering the researcher for the Innovative Research Award associated with the Applied Scientist Awards event.

Keywords

  • Innovative Research Award
  • Mineral Separation
  • Mineral Processing
  • Applied Science
  • Research Innovation
  • Columbia University
  • Research Impact

Introduction

Mineral separation is an interdisciplinary area within mineral processing that seeks to separate useful mineral phases from gangue and other associated materials. The effectiveness of a separation process depends on the properties of the particles being processed, including density, magnetic susceptibility, particle size, surface characteristics, and other physicochemical properties.[1] Conventional separation technologies include gravity concentration, magnetic separation, and froth flotation, while modern research continues to investigate improved process control, selective reagents, characterization methods, and integrated processing strategies.[1][2]

Research in this field can contribute to more selective and efficient mineral processing by improving the understanding of particle behavior and separation mechanisms. Flotation research, for example, examines interactions among mineral surfaces, reagents, air bubbles, and water, while broader mineral-processing research considers the relationship between material characterization and process performance.[2][3] Such work has relevance to the recovery of valuable resources and the development of processing approaches adapted to increasingly complex mineral resources.

The present profile should be read as an academic recognition article rather than as an independent verification of every aspect of the researcher’s curriculum vitae. The bibliometric information used here is limited to the supplied Scopus profile data, and publication-level claims are therefore restricted to information that can be supported by the provided record.

Research Profile

Shiqi Guo is affiliated with Columbia University and is identified in the supplied research information with the subject area of Mineral Separation. ORCID provides a persistent identifier designed to distinguish researchers and connect them with their scholarly contributions, while Scopus provides author-level bibliometric information based on indexed scholarly records.

The reported h-index of 1 indicates that at least one indexed publication has received at least one citation within the underlying bibliometric record. Because citation patterns differ substantially among disciplines and career stages, the h-index should not be interpreted as a comprehensive measure of research quality or future potential. Bibliometric indicators are most informative when considered alongside the content, originality, methodological quality, and relevance of the underlying research.[4]

Research Contributions

Based on the supplied subject classification, the research profile is situated within Mineral Separation. The field encompasses scientific and engineering approaches for separating mineral particles or phases according to differences in their physical and physicochemical characteristics. A research contribution in this area may involve process development, separation mechanism analysis, material characterization, optimization of operating conditions, or the evaluation of recovery and selectivity.[1][2]

  • Investigation of mineral separation principles and process behavior.
  • Application of scientific methods to the characterization and selective processing of mineral-bearing materials.
  • Potential contribution to improved understanding of separation efficiency, selectivity, and recovery.
  • Development of an indexed research record within an applied scientific discipline.

These contribution areas are presented at the disciplinary level because the supplied input does not provide individual publication titles, abstracts, experimental results, or detailed descriptions of Shiqi Guo’s specific research projects. Consequently, no unsupported publication-specific attribution is made in this profile.

Publications

The supplied Scopus record reports three documents associated with the researcher. The available input does not include the titles, journals, publication dates, authorship order, abstracts, or DOI identifiers of those documents. Accordingly, this article does not assign specific publication titles or bibliographic details that have not been supplied.

For a complete publication list, the researcher’s Scopus Author Profile and ORCID record should be consulted directly. These external profiles can provide the most appropriate route for checking indexed documents and researcher-linked scholarly outputs.

Research Impact

The supplied bibliometric record reports three documents and three citations, with an h-index of 1. These indicators demonstrate that the researcher’s work has an indexed scholarly presence and has received citations within the reporting database. However, the relatively small number of documents and citations means that quantitative indicators alone provide limited evidence for assessing the broader influence, originality, or practical value of the research.[4]

In mineral separation research, impact may extend beyond citation counts. Relevant outcomes can include improved understanding of separation mechanisms, more effective recovery of valuable minerals, improved process selectivity, resource efficiency, and contributions to scientific or engineering practice. Such dimensions are particularly important when evaluating applied research, where the value of a contribution may not be fully represented by conventional bibliometric indicators.

Award Suitability

Shiqi Guo’s supplied profile is relevant to the Innovative Research Award through its stated connection with Mineral Separation and applied scientific research. The affiliation with Columbia University and the presence of a Scopus-indexed research record provide identifiable academic indicators for consideration. The award assessment should nevertheless be based on the complete nomination materials, including the originality of the research, methodological rigor, significance of the research problem, documented outcomes, and evidence of contribution to the field.

The available bibliometric record supports consideration of the candidate but should not by itself be treated as conclusive evidence of award-level distinction. A balanced assessment can combine quantitative indicators with qualitative evidence concerning research novelty, scientific contribution, reproducibility, relevance to mineral separation, and potential practical or scholarly significance.[4]

Conclusion

Shiqi Guo is presented in the supplied academic profile as a Columbia University researcher working in the area of Mineral Separation. The reported Scopus record comprises three documents, three citations, and an h-index of 1. These indicators establish a measurable indexed research presence but should be interpreted alongside qualitative evidence of research originality, methodological quality, and scientific relevance. The Innovative Research Award provides a framework for recognizing research activity associated with innovation, while final award suitability should be determined from the complete nomination and supporting evidence.

References

  1. Wills, B. A., and Finch, J. Wills’ Mineral Processing Technology: An Introduction to the Practical Aspects of Ore Treatment and Mineral Recovery. Butterworth-Heinemann. This reference provides foundational coverage of mineral processing and separation methods.
  2. Fuerstenau, M. C., Jameson, G. J., and Yoon, R.-H., eds. Froth Flotation: A Century of Innovation. Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration. The work examines the scientific principles and development of froth flotation as a major mineral-separation technology.
  3. Fuerstenau, D. W., and Han, K. N. “Principles of Mineral Processing.” Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration. The reference discusses fundamental principles relevant to mineral characterization, separation, and recovery.
  4. Hirsch, J. E. “An index to quantify an individual’s scientific research output.” Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 102(46), 16569–16572. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0507655102. This paper introduced the h-index as a bibliometric indicator of scientific output and citation impact.