TPM&F-sponsored SPE Fellows
The Fellow of Society program honors SPE members for their outstanding contributions in the field of plastics engineering, science/technology, or in the management of such activities. Candidates must be sponsored by an SPE chapter and elected by the Fellows Election Committee based on their professional record as well as written sponsorships from at least two SPE Fellows. The Thermoplastic Materials & Foams division is proud to sponsor its most exceptional members for this prestigious recognition.
2025 SPE Fellow:
Dr. Xiaoxi Wang, The Boeing Company
Nominated by the SPE Thermoplastic Materials & Foams Division
Dr. Xiaoxi Wang is an Associate Technical Fellow and Senior Plastic Materials & Process Engineer at Boeing Commercial Airplanes, specializing in the design, development, and implementation of advanced plastic materials and composites for aviation and industrial applications. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington, Dr. Wang has led multi-million-dollar projects improving aircraft interiors and manufacturing processes, driving innovations in materials like urethane foams, aramid cores, and performance plastics. Holding over 100 patents globally and recognized with numerous awards, including Boeing’s Special Invention Award, Dr. Wang is a leader in mentorship, professional societies, and technical advisory roles, furthering advancements in material sciences and engineering.
2024 SPE Fellow:
Dr. Wenyi Huang, DuPont
Nominated by the SPE Thermoplastic Materials & Foams Division
Wenyi Huang, currently employed as the Principal Research Scientist at DuPont, holds a Ph.D. in Polymer Engineering from The University of Akron. His expertise includes reactive extrusion & specialty compounding, breathable membrane, die design, microcapillary technology, functional materials and nanotechnology. As an accomplished author, he has contributed to 56 external publications including 11 book chapters and a book, and over 40 US patents along with > 100 patent publications in other countries. Wenyi is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, and presently serves as the Technical Program Chair of Extrusion Division and the PO Session Chair of TPM&F Division.
Past awardees
Since SPE's Fellow of the Society was established in 1984, 368 members have been awarded this prestigious title.
- Dr. Xiaoxi Wang (2025)
- Dr. Wenyi Huang (2024)
- Mr. Roger Avakian (2020)
- Prof. Miguel-Angel Rodriguez-Perez (2017)
- Dr. Stephane Costeux (2016)
- Dr. Bharat Chaudhary (2016)
- Prof. Hani Naguib (2015)
- Prof. Masahiro Ohshima (2014)
- Dr. Andrew J. Peacock (2011)
- Dr. Ananda M. Chatterjee (2008)
- Mr. Martin H. Tusim (2007)
- Prof. Chul B Park (2004)
- Mr. Salvatore J. Monte (2004)
- Dr. Chung P Park (2004)
- Prof. Vipin Kumar (2002)
- Dr. Natarajan S. Ramesh (2002)
- Dr. Wen Pao Wu (2002)
- Mr. Shau-Tarng Lee (2001)
- Dr. Steve Pak Wing Chum (2000)
- Mr. Henry G. Schirmer (1998)
- Dr. Vijay K Stokes (1995)
- Mr. Frederick H. Collins (1995)
- Dr. Rudolph D. Deanin (1994)
- Mr. Jesse M. Howard III (1992)
- Dr. Calvin J. Benning (1991)
- Mr. Roger F. Jones (1985)