Congratulations to Associate Editor Professor Aicheng Chen Elected to the Royal Society of Canada as Fellow of the Academy of Science
January 2, 2025, Ottawa, Canada – The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) has announced the election of Professor Aicheng Chen, a distinguished scholar and Associate Editor of Chemical Synthesis (CS), as a Fellow of the Academy of Science. The prestigious recognition honors Professor Chen's outstanding contributions to scientific research and innovation.
Figure 1: Awards Announced
Figure 2: Professor Chen's Award Ceremony
In his acceptance speech, Professor Chen conveyed his deep appreciation:
“I am truly honored and delighted to be elected to such a distinguished group of scholars. I have been fortunate to supervise many brilliant students and post-doctoral fellows, whose contributions to my research have been invaluable. This recognition would not be possible without their dedicated efforts. Together, we strive to discover and develop advanced electrochemical technologies that address some of the world's most pressing challenges.”
The CS Editorial Office extends its heartfelt congratulations to Professor Chen for this exceptional achievement. His election to the RSC as a Fellow of the Academy of Science is a powerful testament to his remarkable academic and scientific contributions. Professor Chen’s continued leadership and expertise will undoubtedly enhance the journal's impact and support the growth of the broader scientific community.
We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Professor Chen and benefiting from his unparalleled knowledge and insight.
About Professor Aicheng Chen
Professor Chen is a tenured professor at the University of Guelph and Director of the Electrochemical Technology Centre. On September 3, 2024, he was formally honored by the RSC for his groundbreaking work in electrochemistry, green chemistry, biosensors, material science, and nanotechnology. His research has been instrumental in advancing the development of nanomaterials and their application in clean energy and environmental sustainability.
Professor Chen holds several prestigious positions, including Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Electrochemistry and Nanoscience, Fellow of the Canadian Chemical Society (FCIC), Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC), and Fellow of the International Society of Electrochemistry (ISE). His extensive list of accolades includes the Ontario Premier's Award for Outstanding Research Achievement, the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Award, and the Canadian Electrochemical Society Award for Excellence, among many others.
Congratulations once again to Professor Aicheng Chen on this well-deserved honor!
Editor: Siqing Hu
Language Editor: Emma Chen
Production Editor: Ting Xu
Respectfully Submitted by the Editorial Office of Chemical Synthesis
