Prof.  Ping Sheng was recognized for his research achievements and contributions to the scientific community by the Physical Society of Hong Kong (http://www.pshk.org.hk/prize-fellow). He was awarded both the highly prestigious Honorary Membership and Fellowship by the Society. Instituted in 2018, this is the first time that both have been awarded to the same person. The citations for these two highly prestigious awards are:

Honorary Membership

For his groundbreaking discoveries and exploration of acoustic metamaterials, soft matter and fluid dynamics; and for his dedication to promoting interdisciplinary and collaborative research in Hong Kong.

Fellowship

For his seminal contributions to a large number of diverse physics problems and outstanding services to the academia of Hong Kong and Greater China.