We are delighted to announce that Prof. Qingsong Wang, a distinguished member of our editorial board, has been honored with the 2024 Highly Cited Award by Clarivate Analytics. This prestigious award acknowledges Prof. Wang’s outstanding contributions to the field of thermodynamics.

This recognition highlights Prof. Wang’s commitment to advancing the field of fire safety in energy applications, including research on lithium-ion battery fire dynamics and prevention, the inherent risks of spontaneous combustion, hazardous chemical leakage, and the subsequent disasters, as well as the glazing behavior under thermal loading. As a valued member of our editorial board, he has continually demonstrated exceptional expertise and leadership, fostering innovation and thought leadership in the discipline.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Wang on this well-deserved recognition. His achievement not only honors his personal dedication to excellence but also reflects the high standards of excellence that we uphold at Thermal Science and Engineering. We remain dedicated to promoting a rigorous and innovative environment with global influence.