First and foremost, I extend my deepest gratitude to the Future Science Prize for recognizing that our work holds enduring and far-reaching significance for the world. 

Upon receiving this affirmation, there are many whom I must thank. My greatest support comes from my wife, Fenfen Chang, who has not only freed me from domestic concerns but has actively encouraged and supported my work. My parents provided an open and encouraging environment, supporting and nurturing my development. My brother, Nicky Lu, who shares the same profession, has constantly engaged in fruitful discussions and mutual encouragement with me.

The education I received, from Tsai Hsing Elementary School to  Chien Kuo High School, and then in the Department of Physics at National Taiwan University, was enriched by the guidance, support, and intellectual exchange from my teachers and classmates, for whom I am profoundly grateful. Later, while pursuing my Ph.D. at Columbia University abroad, I was exposed to many world-class masters. Realizing that "there is always someone better, and skies beyond our sky" was a great inspiration.

After graduation, I returned to teach at National Chiao Tung University. Although conditions were exceptionally tough and resources were scarce, the morale and energy of both faculty and students were remarkably high. This experience taught us that this very spirit is the most essential element for doing science. While ample material resources are certainly beneficial, they are no substitute for such drive.

Later, I joined what was then the world's most advanced Bell Labs in the United States, essentially entering the forefront of semiconductor research. Years later, summoned by Advisor K.T. Li and formally invited by the leadership of the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), I returned to Taiwan. Tasked with spearheading the comprehensive IC Leapfrog Project, known as the "Sub-micron Project," I received unified support and shared dedication from all leaders and colleagues. We achieved our goals ahead of schedule, in less than five years. Following this early success, the project spun off to establish Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation, elevating Taiwan's IC technology from a follower to a frontrunner, marking its first entry onto the world stage. It became Taiwan's sole independent, self-reliant developer of the most advanced memory technology at that time.

I am even more grateful for my 25 years of dedicated efforts at Macronix International Co., Ltd., where the primary focus has been the research on non-volatile memory—the very topic recognized by today's award. I am deeply indebted to Chairman Miin Wu for providing ample resources and open-ended objectives, enabling the R&D team to produce their best work. Through this research, the young talents at Macronix have also gained global recognition, publishing numerous findings in world-class first-tier conferences and journals and securing many high-quality, scientifically-grounded patents.

I am 75 years old this year. The past 25 years, in particular, involved relentless day-and-night efforts leading the Macronix research team. Together, we achieved the results honored by the Future Science Prize today. I consider myself truly fortunate to humbly accept this honor on behalf of the team. Much of this success stems from aligning the right timing, conditions, and people, and I believe it has been guided by a higher principle—what we might call "divine reward for diligent effort." Last but not least, I am especially grateful to the Future Science Prize judging committee and all the members of this grand ceremony. My gratitude is boundless.

Thank you, everyone!