Moroccan materials scientist Khalil Amine, a researcher at Argonne National Laboratory, Illinois, has been elected to the U.S. National Academy of Engineering (NAE) for 2025. He is among 128 new members and 22 international members selected for their outstanding contributions to engineering. The NAE, a nonprofit, non-governmental organization, recognizes individuals who have made exceptional advancements in their fields. Amine, who is also a professor at the University of Chicago and an Argonne Distinguished Fellow at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory, was honored «for leadership in the development of materials science for batteries and energy storage devices», according to a press release. Expressing his gratitude, Amine stated, «I am very delighted to be selected as a member of the National Academy of Engineering. This is a recognition not only for me, but also for all my co-workers and collaborators around the world, as well as Argonne, which has provided an unmatched, state-of-the-art capability to do excellent work». Amine leads research and development in advanced battery chemistries, materials, and systems used in various applications, including automotive, power grids, satellites, military, and medical technologies. His team focuses on innovating cathodes, anodes, solid-state electrolytes, and additives for lithium-ion batteries, while also exploring next-generation «beyond-lithium» energy storage solutions, reads the same statement. Born in Morocco, Amine earned degrees in chemistry and materials science from the University of Bordeaux. He joined Argonne in 1998 after holding research positions in Belgium and Japan. Over his career, he has secured more than 200 patents and patent applications related to battery technologies. For over two decades, Amine has consistently ranked as the most cited scientist in battery research. His contributions to the field have earned him numerous accolades, including the esteemed Global Energy Prize in 2019. He is also an esteemed member of several scientific organizations, such as the National Academy of Inventors, the European Academy of Sciences, the Electrochemical Society, the Materials Research Society, the American Ceramic Society, and the American Chemical Society. Established in 1964, the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) serves as an independent body providing expert analysis and guidance on engineering and technological advancements. Membership is granted through peer selection, and Amine, along with his fellow inductees in the NAE's 2025 class, will be officially welcomed at the academy's annual meeting in October.
