By Cato T. Laurencin, M.D., Ph.D.

On June 1, 2016, I had the honor of being inducted as an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE).

I was among a small number of new foreign members elected to the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and it was a great pleasure to meet new colleagues and associates there.

A Chinese Academy of Engineering academician title signifies the  highest Chinese academic achievement level in Engineering and Technology and a lifelong honor. It's a true honor for me to be elected to the Chinese Academy of Engineering. I am deeply grateful to my mentors, colleagues, fellows, students, and friends who have inspired me through my career. I look forward to continue to work closely with the engineering community in China.