Wang, Yucong
DR. YUCONG WANG: CHINESE AFFINITY GROUP (CAG) MEMBER AND GM EMPLOYEE RECEIVES GM’S INVENTION AWARD FOR 10 STRAIGHT YEARS
From 1993 to 2003—for 10 straight years -- Dr. Yucong Wang has received GM's Invention Award. But that is not all—Dr. Wang has also received a Certificate of Appreciation Award from the U.S. Department of Energy (2002), the ASM Fellow from ASM International (2004), and the Herman H. Doehler Award from North American Diecasting Association (2005).
Beginning with a journey from China where Dr. Wang earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Materials Science & Engineering from Shanghai Jiaotong University. Here in the United States he earned a Doctor of Science degree in Materials Science & Engineering from Michigan Tech, Houghton, Mich. and a MBA degree from Central Michigan University.
Dr. Wang was honored with the 2006 Asian American Engineer of the Year Award by the Chinese Institute of Engineers in Seattle, Wash. He was recognized for his contributions to GM engineering and his ongoing support to his local Chinese community. Roderick Gillum, vice president, GM Corporate Responsibility and Diversity said, "Dr. Wang has made significant contributions to GM and the industry with his pioneering research in surface engineering."
In his own words, Dr. Wang said: "I am grateful for the opportunity to help found the Technology Consortium of GM and Chinese Institutions for Materials and Tribology. Through partnerships such as these, we as engineers are able to work together for the greater benefit of the manufacturing industry worldwide and across all borders."
Dr. Wang currently holds at least 30 patents for his inventions and has authored more than 60 technical publications. Dr. Wang also dedicates much time and effort to his local community. He has served as the president of the Detroit Chinese Engineers Association and was a member of the Midland Chinese School Board. Dr. Wang also volunteered his services to senior citizens and the disabled in the Midland, Michigan area.
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