2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-11-21 11:58Core Insights - The election results for the 2025 Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering academicians were announced, with key figures from the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry, including BYD's Lian Yubo and CATL's Wu Kai, being elected as academicians, marking a significant shift in representation from traditional academia to industry leaders [1][3]. Group 1: Key Figures and Their Contributions - Wu Kai, as the chief scientist at CATL, is recognized for his foundational work on core products like the Kirin battery and the Shenzhou supercharging battery, which have set global standards for energy density and charging speed in power batteries [1][3]. - Lian Yubo's career reflects a cross-disciplinary approach, transitioning from aircraft manufacturing to leading electric vehicle technology development at BYD, where he has been pivotal in establishing the company's early electric vehicle technology framework [1][2]. Group 2: Industry Impact and Growth - Lian Yubo's election underscores the strategic value of plug-in hybrid technology in enabling China's automotive industry to achieve competitive advantages over international giants, with BYD's plug-in hybrid vehicle sales skyrocketing from 48,000 units in 2020 to 1.43 million units by 2023, representing a growth of approximately 30 times [2][3]. - The rise of plug-in hybrid technology is becoming a core competitive advantage for China's NEV industry, with data indicating that plug-in and hybrid models have replaced pure electric vehicles as the new growth point in exports during the first nine months of 2025 [2][3].