Mason Sun Wins 2025 Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award in Engineering

Mason Sun has been awarded the 2025 Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award in the category of Math, Physical Sciences, and Engineering for his groundbreaking thesis, Wireless Power Transfer for Railway Electrification. The accolade, presented by the Graduate School, recognizes his innovative contributions to sustainable transportation technology.

Sun’s thesis explores the potential of wireless power transfer (WPT) as a revolutionary solution to railway electrification, addressing the challenge of modernizing transportation infrastructure in an energy-efficient and sustainable manner. The selection committee commended his work, stating, “The potential for retrofitting existing railway infrastructure with WPT technology, as explored in Mason’s thesis, could revolutionize the way we approach railway electrification, particularly in the United States, where less than 1% of the railway network is currently electrified.”

As part of the award, Sun received a $500 cash prize and a commemorative plaque. His thesis will also be submitted to the Council of Southern Graduate Schools’ award competition, further showcasing his contribution to advancing engineering and sustainability.