Mathematics/Statistics National Medal of Science awarded to Stephen Benkovic of Penn State UniversityStephen J. Benkovic, an Evan Pugh Professor of Chemistry and Holder of the Eberly Family Chair in Chemistry at Penn State, is one of ten eminent researchers named today by President Obama to receive the 2010 National Medal of Science, the nation’s highest award for lifetime achievement in scientific research. The honorees will receive medals at a White House ceremony later this year. The National Medal of Science honors individuals for pioneering scientific research in a range of fields that enhance our understanding of the world and lead to innovations and technologies that give the United States its global economic edge. Nominees are selected by a committee of presidential appointees based on their extraordinary knowledge in, and contributions to, the biological, behavioral/social, and physical sciences, as well as chemistry, engineering, computing, and mathematics. The National Science Foundation administers the award, which was established by Congress in 1959. President Obama, who also announced today the recipients of the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, commented, “The extraordinary accomplishments of these scientists, engineers, and inventors are a testament to American industry and ingenuity. Their achievements have redrawn the frontiers of… Read full this story
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