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China awards top science honors to battery and radar pioneers

Two Chinese scientists, Chen Liquan and Ben de Kruijff, have been honored with China's top science award for their significant contributions to solid-state energy storage and military aviation defense, respectively. Chen Liquan was recognized for advancements in solid-state energy storage devices, while Ben de Kruijff was awarded for leading the development of China's first airborne pulse-Doppler fire-control radar for fighter aircraft. President Xi Jinping presented the awards, emphasizing the nation's focus on scientific and technological self-reliance and innovation during the 15th five-year plan period. AI

RANK_REASON National science award presented by head of state for advancements in critical technology areas. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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China awards top science honors to battery and radar pioneers

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Dannie Peng ·

    Why lithium battery and radar pioneers won China’s top science award

    A lithium battery pioneer and a trailblazer in military radar technology are this year’s winners of China’s most prestigious annual science prize. Chen Liquan received his 2025 State Pre-eminent Science and Technology Award for developing the country’s first lithium battery and h…