Faculty of Engineering’s Lu Yi-chun receives the 20th Chinese Young Women in Science Fellowship
12 March 2026
Professor Lu Yi-chun of the Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering has been awarded the 20th Chinese Young Women in Science Fellowship. This accolade recognises her exceptional contributions to electrochemistry, energy engineering and sustainable battery technology. Professor Lu is one of 19 recipients nationwide and the sole awardee from Hong Kong this year.
CUHK’s Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Sham Mai-har said: “Professor Lu’s recognition as the only Hong Kong scholar to receive the 20th Chinese Young Women in Science Fellowship this year is a testament to her outstanding contributions to engineering technology research. This honour not only celebrates Professor Lu’s achievements but also motivates the entire CUHK community to pursue excellence and drive positive societal impact through innovation and scientific research.”
Professor Lu’s research focuses on electrochemistry, energy engineering and sustainable battery technology, with key innovations including the development of molecular crowding electrolytes for high-voltage aqueous batteries and the pioneering of the world’s first low-cost, high-power, polysulphide-based flow battery. This battery features a novel charge-reinforce, ion-selective membrane and a biomimetic molecular catalyst. Beyond academic research, Professor Lu is dedicated to commercialising her innovations. In 2020, she co-founded Luquos Energy, a CUHK-incubated startup specialising in scalable, safe, sustainable battery technologies for grid storage.
The Chinese Young Women in Science Fellowship, established in 2004 by the All-China Women’s Federation, the China Association for Science and Technology, the China National Commission for UNESCO and L’Oréal (China) Co., Ltd., honours female scientists under 45 who have made significant discoveries and achievements in basic sciences. The fellowship aims to highlight the contributions of women in scientific research, inspire continued engagement in scientific careers and promote fruitful research outcomes.
