Assistant Professor Shen Jie Named AIChE SLS 2024 Outstanding Young Faculty

We are proud to announce that Assistant Professor Shen Jie has been named the recipient of the AIChE Singapore Local Section (SLS) 2024 Outstanding Young Faculty Award. Presented by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) – Singapore Local Section, this annual award recognises early-career faculty members in Singapore who have made impactful research contributions to the field of Chemical Engineering.


Prof Shen’s research stands at the cutting edge of sustainable materials science, with a strong focus on addressing critical global challenges at the energy-environment nexus. His work involves the innovative design of mass-transport channels and membranes that enable next-generation sustainable technologies. These include:

• Energy-efficient gas separation and ionic sieving
• Carbon capture and storage
• Clean water production
• Renewable energy systems
• Wearable bioelectronics for health applications

His work exemplifies the power of interdisciplinary research in driving real-world impact, bridging materials science with chemical engineering, and advancing the development of scalable, sustainable solutions.

The AIChE SLS award underscores Prof Shen’s growing leadership in the field and his dedication to pushing scientific boundaries for a more sustainable future.

For more details on the award: https://www.aiche.org/community/sites/local-sections/singapore/announcements/aiche-sls-2024-award-winners