Professor Chen Haisheng, a pioneering figure in the field of advanced energy storage, has been named to Research.com’s 2025 list of the World’s Best Scientists in Engineering and Technology. This prestigious recognition reflects his extensive contributions to the development of large-scale physical energy storage systems and his leadership in advancing compressed air energy storage technologies. Research.com, a globally respected academic platform, evaluates candidates using the D-Index, a discipline-specific metric derived from comprehensive citation data, highlighting scientists with sustained and measurable impact.
At the forefront of Engineering Thermophysics, Professor Chen has led groundbreaking work in the development of advanced compressed air energy storage (CAES) systems. His team realized the world’s first demonstration projects of CAES systems across multiple scales—1.5MW, 10MW, 100MW, and 300MW—marking critical advancements in energy storage infrastructure. He has authored over 700 academic papers, with more than 370 indexed by SCI and over 30,000 total citations, including more than 17,000 SCI citations. His intellectual property portfolio includes more than 500 authorized patents. Chen has also published influential monographs and journal articles that rank globally in impact metrics on CAES research. His leadership has culminated in the creation of the National Energy Large Scale Physical Energy Storage Technology R&D Center, the first of its kind in China, fostering a 130-member research team and driving over 30 major national and institutional projects.
Chen’s career is distinguished by a series of significant accolades. His honors include the Special Award of the China Youth Science and Technology Award, the First Prize of the Beijing Science and Technology Award, and the First Prize of the Beijing Technology Invention Award. He has also received the Newton Advanced Fellowship from the Royal Society in the UK and the Young Scientist Award of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. His international experience spans research appointments at leading institutions including the University of Cambridge and the University of Leeds. Professionally, he has held key roles such as Director of the National Energy Storage R&D Center and Deputy Director of the Institute of Engineering Thermophysics at CAS. He contributes actively to global and national energy strategy efforts, including participation in China’s Five-Year Energy Planning initiatives.
This latest distinction from Research.com underscores Professor Chen’s enduring influence in the energy engineering field. His work has not only elevated the scientific understanding of energy storage technologies but has also led to practical systems with transformative potential. As he continues to lead cutting-edge research and policy advising, Professor Chen’s contributions are poised to shape the global trajectory of sustainable energy storage for years to come.