Professor Licheng Sun is a renowned Chinese chemist and academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). He is widely recognized for his pioneering contributions to the fields of artificial photosynthesis, solar energy conversion, and molecular catalysis. His research has significantly advanced the development of sustainable energy technologies and the understanding of catalytic mechanisms at the molecular level.

Education and Career
Professor Sun earned his Bachelor’s degree from Shandong University in China.

He completed his Ph.D. at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Sweden.

After his doctoral studies, he conducted postdoctoral research at Uppsala University in Sweden and the University of California, Berkeley in the United States.

He is currently a professor at Dalian University of Technology (DUT) and serves as the director of the State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals.

Research Contributions
Professor Sun’s research focuses on the development of molecular catalysts and artificial photosynthetic systems for solar energy conversion, particularly for water splitting and CO2 reduction. His work has led to significant advancements in the design of efficient and stable catalysts for renewable energy applications. He is particularly known for his contributions to the understanding of catalytic mechanisms and the development of bio-inspired catalytic systems.

Awards and Honors
Elected as an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS).

Recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the National Natural Science Award of China and the Ho Leung Ho Lee Foundation Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress.

Recognized internationally for his contributions to artificial photosynthesis and molecular catalysis.

Professional Affiliations
Professor Sun is an active member of several international scientific organizations and serves on the editorial boards of leading chemistry and energy-related journals.

He has been invited to deliver keynote lectures at major international conferences, highlighting his influence in the global scientific community.

Legacy
Through his innovative research and leadership, Professor Li-Cheng Sun has made significant contributions to the advancement of artificial photosynthesis and sustainable energy technologies, inspiring researchers worldwide to explore the potential of solar energy conversion and molecular catalysis.