Prof. Wang has been recognized by the 2026 ASME Henry M. Paynter Outstanding Investigator Award.  The Paynter Award, established in 1996, is given biennially (even years) to a researcher who has demonstrated sustained outstanding research contributions, either basic or applied, in the field of dynamic systems and control.

Prof. Wang is honored by the 2026 ASME Paynter Outstanding Investigator Award for his contributions to control systems that improve driving safety and energy efficiency of electrified ground vehicles.