Assist. Prof. Dr. Jialong Tian is an accomplished materials scientist specializing in metals and alloys, with particular expertise in the design, processing, and performance optimization of advanced special steels. He serves as an Associate Professor at the School of Metallurgy, Northeastern University, and holds the position of Deputy Director of the Green Intelligent Special Steel Metallurgy Research Center. Dr. Tian’s research focuses on composition design, preparation technologies, and toughening mechanisms of tool steels, ultra-high-strength steels, bearing steels, and stainless steels for demanding industrial applications. His work integrates physical metallurgy, alloy design, and intelligent computing approaches to address critical challenges such as strength–toughness balance, fatigue resistance, inclusion control, and microstructural stability. He has played a leading role in translating fundamental research into industrial practice, with his innovations successfully applied in collaboration with major steel enterprises and advanced manufacturing industries, including high-end equipment and automotive sectors. Dr. Tian has led and contributed to numerous nationally competitive research and industry-driven projects, demonstrating strong capabilities in project management, problem-solving, and technology transfer. His inventive contributions are reflected in multiple authorized patents covering alloy design, electroslag remelting processes, heat treatment optimization, and data-driven performance prediction systems for special steels. In addition to his research achievements, he is actively engaged in academic service, including editorial responsibilities for international materials journals and participation in professional societies related to metal new materials. Dr. Tian’s interdisciplinary approach combines metallurgy, computational design, and industrial engineering, enabling the development of innovative, high-performance metal materials tailored for real-world applications. Through his sustained innovation, strong industry impact, and leadership in advanced steel research, Assist. Prof. Dr. Jialong Tian has established himself as a leading figure in metals and alloys research and is a highly deserving recipient of the Best Innovation Award.