Prof. Dr. Hongxiao Chi | Steel | Best Researcher Award
Professor at Central Iron and Steel Research Institute Company Limited, China
Chi Hongxiao, PhD, is a distinguished professor and deputy director of the Tool, Die, and Bearing Steel Research Department at the Iron and Steel Research Institute. As the secretary-general of the Die and Mould Materials Committee of the China Die and Mould Industry Association, he has significantly advanced the field of materials engineering. With decades of expertise, his work spans the development of innovative materials, fundamental research, and production technologies for tool steel, die steel, high-speed steel, and bearing steel. Dr. Chi has spearheaded over 30 national, provincial, and ministerial research projects, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in the field. He holds 10 invention patents, has drafted 6 national and 2 group standards, and has published more than 70 academic papers. Recognized for his excellence, he has earned 7 provincial and ministerial-level awards. His leadership and dedication continue to shape the future of steel research and development. ⚙️✨