Centre Director Xiwang Zhang and Chief Investigator Chuan Zhao have been elected as ATSE Fellows. The prestigious recognition from the Fellowship of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering (ATSE) is a testament to their groundbreaking contributions to clean energy technologies.
As part of an exclusive group of 32 new fellows in the 2024 cohort, Professors Zhang and Zhao were selected through a highly competitive process by the existing Fellowship. Their election to the ATSE Fellowship highlights their remarkable achievements in sustainable energy and technological innovation.
Professor Xiwang Zhang
Professor Zhang is internationally acclaimed for his pioneering work in membrane science and technology. His innovative solutions address complex challenges at the intersection of water, environment, and climate change. He established the ARC Industry Transformation Hub for Energy-Efficient Separation (EESep), which translates membrane science into practical applications across various fields, including clean water production, wastewater recycling, biotechnology, and mining.
Leading the ARC Centre of Excellence for Green Electrochemical Transformation of Carbon Dioxide (GETCO2), Professor Zhang is at the forefront of converting CO2 into valuable products.
Professor Chuan Zhao
Professor Zhao is revolutionising Australia’s green hydrogen capabilities with his breakthrough water-splitting electrode technology. He pioneered a 3D nickel-iron electrode, known for its exceptional durability and record-high efficiency in hydrogen production from water. This technology has been commercialised and is now an industry standard, representing a significant advancement for zero-carbon hydrogen in Australia.
Beyond hydrogen production, Professor Zhao’s electrochemistry innovations extend to water-sensing technology for the petroleum industry, cochlear implants, and the conversion of carbon dioxide into useful products. He holds multiple leadership positions and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, the Royal Australian Chemical Institute, and the Royal Society of New South Wales.
GETCO2 is proud to have a strong representation in the ATSE fellowship, with four fellows contributing to world-class innovation and impactful research. Learn more about our fellows:
- Chief Investigator Professor Zaiping Guo FTSE
- Chief Investigator Professor Darren Martin FTSE
- Chief Investigator Professor Chuan Zhao FTSE
- Director Professor Xiwang Zhang FTSE