Professor Tianwei Tan is a prominent Chinese biochemical engineer and academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE). He is widely recognized for his pioneering contributions to the fields of biochemical engineering, industrial biotechnology, and bioenergy. His research has significantly advanced the development of sustainable bioprocesses and bio-based products.

Education and Career
Professor Tan earned his Bachelor’s degree from Tsinghua University in China.

He completed his Ph.D. at the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST) in the United Kingdom.

After his doctoral studies, he returned to China and joined Beijing University of Chemical Technology (BUCT), where he has held various leadership positions, including serving as the President of BUCT.

He is currently a professor at BUCT and the director of the State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering.

Research Contributions
Professor Tan’s research focuses on the development of advanced bioprocesses for the production of bio-based chemicals, biofuels, and biomaterials. His work has led to significant advancements in the fields of enzyme engineering, metabolic engineering, and biorefinery technologies. He is particularly known for his contributions to the industrial application of biocatalysis and the sustainable utilization of renewable resources.

Awards and Honors
Elected as an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE).

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

Recognized internationally for his contributions to biochemical engineering and industrial biotechnology.

Professional Affiliations
Professor Tan is an active member of several international scientific organizations and serves on the editorial boards of leading biotechnology and engineering 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 Tian-Wei Tan has made significant contributions to the advancement of biochemical engineering and industrial biotechnology, inspiring researchers worldwide to explore the potential of sustainable bioprocesses and bio-based products.