Dr. Lee brings exceptional scientific and policy expertise as the former Minister of Taiwan’s National Science Council, where he directed national research priorities and funding. His groundbreaking contributions to plasma physics earned him the prestigious S. Chandrasekhar Prize. His election as an Academician of Academia Sinica, member of The World Academy of Science (TWAS), and Foreign Member of the US National Academy of Engineering underscores his global recognition and influence in the scientific community. Lou-Chuang’s unique combination of scientific excellence and policy experience provides strategic guidance for our research initiatives and international collaborations.