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Zhenan Bao

K.K. Lee Professor of Chemical Engineering at Stanford University, with courtesy appointments in Chemistry and Materials Science and Engineering. She is a member of the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and National Academy of Inventors. She has over 700 refereed publications and over 80 US patents.

Yuan Chang

Distinguished Professor of Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh. She co-discovered the Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus, a major breakthrough in cancer research. Her work has earned her membership in the National Academy of Sciences.

Lili Cheng

Vice President at Microsoft, where she leads the AI and Research division. She has made significant contributions to human-computer interaction and AI development. Lili is known for her innovative approaches to software engineering and is a member of the National Academy of Engineering.

Shu Chien

Renowned professor at UCSD and member of all three National Academies: Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. He is a pioneer in bioengineering, especially known for his work on cardiovascular physiology and mechanobiology.

Stephen Chou

Joseph C. Elgin Professor of Engineering at Princeton University. A National Academy of Engineering member, Stephen is recognized for his groundbreaking work in nanotechnology, particularly in nanoimprint lithography.

Steven Chu

Nobel Laureate in Physics and Professor at Stanford University. His pioneering research in atomic physics and laser cooling has profoundly impacted the field. He also served as the U.S. Secretary of Energy from 2009 to 2013.

Sankar Ghosh

Chair of the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Columbia University. His research on NF-kB signaling pathways has significantly advanced our understanding of immune response and inflammation. Sankar is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Medicine.

David Ho

Clyde '56 and Helen Wu Professor of Medicine at Columbia University. A key figure in HIV/AIDS research, his work on antiretroviral therapies has saved millions of lives. David is a member of the National Academy of Medicine.

Evelyn Hu

Tarr-Coyne Professor of Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering at Harvard University. She is known for her pioneering work in nanoscale devices and has made significant contributions to nanotechnology. Evelyn is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Sciences.

Xuedong Huang

Chief Technology Officer at Zoom Video Communications. He is a pioneer in speech recognition technology and has significantly advanced the field of artificial intelligence. Xuedong is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Alice Huang

Senior Faculty Associate in Biology at Caltech and former president of AAAS. Her research in virology, particularly on virus-host interactions, has been groundbreaking. Alice is a respected leader in the scientific community.

Rakesh Jain

Director of the E.L. Steele Laboratory for Tumor Biology at Massachusetts General Hospital. His pioneering work on the tumor microenvironment and angiogenesis has earned him membership in all three National Academies. Rakesh's research has transformed cancer therapy.

Kam Leong

Samuel Y. Sheng Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Columbia University. A leader in drug delivery and gene therapy, Kam's innovative research has significantly impacted biomedical engineering. He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Medicine.

Kai Li

Professor of Computer Science at Princeton University. His contributions to computer systems and data storage technologies are widely recognized. Kai is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and has had a lasting impact on the field of computer science.

Andrea Liu

Hepburn Professor of Physics at the University of Pennsylvania. Known for her theoretical work in soft condensed matter physics, Andrea's research has provided deep insights into the behavior of complex materials. She is a member of the National Academy of Sciences.

Arun Majumdar

Jay Precourt Professor at Stanford University and Dean of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. A leader in energy technology and policy, Arun has been instrumental in advancing sustainable energy solutions. He is a member of both the National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Sciences.

Shuji Nakamura

Nobel Laureate in Physics and Professor at UC Santa Barbara. Known for inventing the blue LED, Shuji's work has revolutionized lighting technology and earned him international acclaim.

Choon Fong Shih

President Emeritus of the National University of Singapore and National Academy of Engineering member. His contributions to fracture mechanics and materials science have been highly influential. Choon Fong's leadership has also had a significant impact on higher education.

Zhigang Suo

Allen E. and Marilyn M. Puckett Professor of Mechanics and Materials at Harvard University. He is known for his pioneering work in solid mechanics and soft materials. Zhigang is a National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Sciences member.

Subra Suresh

President Emeritus of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and former Director of the National Science Foundation. A member of all three National Academies, Subra has significantly contributed to materials science and engineering. His leadership has been transformative in both academia and industry.

Savio Woo

Distinguished University Professor Emeritus at the University of Pittsburgh. A pioneer in bioengineering and orthopedic research, Savio's work has significantly advanced the understanding of musculoskeletal biomechanics. He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Medicine.