2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Tomás Díaz de la Rubia, PhD
Senior Vice President for
Research and Innovation
Sangita Judge, PhD, MBA
Vice President
Research Operations
Kim J. Patten, MS
Acting Chief of Staff
Associate Vice President
Research Development
Lisa D. Romero
Associate Vice President
Research Communications and Marketing
Carol A. Stewart
Vice President
Tech Parks Arizona
Douglas M. Hockstad
Associate Vice President
Tech Launch Arizona
BY THE NUMBERS RESEARCH EXPENDITURES
SURPASS $1 BILLION
The University of Arizona has reached a historic milestone, joining a select group of institutions exceeding $1 billion in research expenditures as reported to the National Science Foundation (NSF) for FY 2024. Retrieving the largest asteroid sample ever brought to Earth, advancing a vaccine for Valley fever, and mitigating the effects of extreme heat are just a few examples of the power of U of A research and innovation. Ranked among the nation’s top 20 public research institutions for the sixth consecutive year, the U of A continues to drive breakthrough discoveries, economic growth, and workforce development. This achievement reinforces the university’s leadership in solving society’s most pressing challenges and sets the stage for even greater impact on a global scale.
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UNIVERSITY RESEARCH STRENGTHS
As Arizona’s flagship, public land-grant university, the U of A consistently produces research that improves lives and strengthens communities. With a mission to address global challenges, the U of A focuses on collaboration, innovation, and impact in strategic areas like Data, Information Systems and Artificial Intelligence; Energy, Mining and Environmental Sustainability; The Future of Health and Biomedical Sciences; The Human Experience; National Security; and Space Sciences. World-class research centers, institutes, and innovation partners support these areas of excellence and drive transdisciplinary collaboration. U of A researchers break traditional academic boundaries by working alongside policymakers, economists, creatives, and industry leaders to develop holistic, transformative solutions that shape the future and drive economic growth.
u of a joins national effort to tackle extreme heat
The U of A and peer institutions established the Center for Heat Resilient Communities, funded by a $2.25 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The center aims to translate research into actionable policies to help mitigate and manage extreme heat, and will focus on partnerships with Native nations to develop heat mitigation strategies. The center’s researchers at all three Arizona universities will recruit and partner with 30 U.S. communities with varying sizes, locations, and populations.
u of a named no. 1 in u.S. for water resources, no. 4 globally
In 2024, the University of Arizona was ranked No. 1 in the U.S. and No. 4 globally in water resources by Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects. The rankings evaluate over 5,000 universities based on research output, top journal publications, international collaboration, and awards. The U of A has been in the global top 10 since water resources rankings began in 2017. These rankings highlight the university’s continued commitment to solving critical global water challenges.
mining solutions on display: Western Caucus visits u of a underground lab
Members of the Congressional Western Caucus visited the U of A San Xavier Underground Mining Laboratory, the only student-run multilevel mine in the U.S. with a working vertical shaft. Over 40 elected representatives and congressional staff members toured the mine and discussed critical mineral challenges and the need for domestic production and a skilled workforce with U of A leaders. The visit also showcased how the new School of Mining and Mineral Resources is building sustainable mining solutions vital to energy security and economic growth. The U of A mining and geological engineering program is one of only 14 in the nation and consistently ranks in the top five nationally.
Student design challenge winners highlight the path to energy independence
U of A students clinched the Grand Winner title at the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2024 Solar Decathlon Design Challenge at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Their award-winning project involved collaborating with the Hopi Tribe to design 24 row houses that incorporate passive design strategies and a microgrid, aiming to enhance energy independence. The competition featured over 250 students from 40 finalist teams worldwide, emphasizing the development of high-performance, low-carbon buildings powered by renewable energy.
u.S. army awards $2.1m to build chemical sensors to safeguard troops
A team of researchers in biomedical engineering and optical sciences received $2.1 million to build a handheld version of the record-breaking FLOWER sensing device for active military personnel. The device picks up target compounds at an astonishingly minuscule amount of 600 particles per liter. FLOWER, which may be used to protect the lives of service members by detecting tiny amounts of airborne chemical warfare agents, is also useful for applications such as health diagnostics and drug testing.
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of a students participate in DOD’s Defense Civilian Training Corps pilot program
Partnering with the Department of Defense (DOD), the U of A is one of four universities participating in the Defense Civilian Training Corps program. The ROTC-like program helps prepare students for civilian careers in the DOD acquisition workforce. The summer internship includes tuition, fees, a monthly stipend, and employment with the (DoD) upon graduation. Faculty also partnered with regional military installations Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the U.S. Army’s Fort Huachuca for site visits, and guest speakers.
new ‘spectral fingerprint’ atlas of satellites aims to improve space security
Researchers in the U of A Space4 Center are making it easier to identify human-made objects in geostationary orbit by developing the first astronomical equivalent of a fingerprint database for satellites. The database includes 96 satellites visible from Tucson that orbit the increasingly crowded area used for communications, imaging, and navigation. Space4 provides operational support to the United States Space Surveillance Network, part of the U.S. Space Command, which currently tracks more than 45,000 artificial objects in Earth’s orbit.
portable tool to diagnose traumatic brain injury on the battlefield
Researchers in University of Arizona Health Sciences are applying virtual reality and artificial intelligence to find a faster way to test for traumatic brain injury (TBI). A $1.5 million Department of Defense grant will upgrade a prototype consisting of a VR headset and handheld controllers. A corresponding study will evaluate 1,000 participants over several phases of development. If successful, the new device will be able to instantly collect and analyze data allowing it to identify deficits associated with TBI in a fraction of the time of a traditional four-to-eight-hour assessment.
Bennu holds the solar system’s ‘original ingredients,’ might have been part of a wet world
Rich in carbon, nitrogen, and organic compounds, the sample of rocks and dust returned from near-Earth asteroid Bennu by NASA’s University of Arizona-led OSIRIS-REx mission has revealed that Bennu contains the ingredients that formed our solar system. Rich in clay minerals, particularly serpentine, the Bennu sample is similar to rock found at Earth’s mid-ocean ridges where material from the mantle encounters water. The sample also contains magnesium sodium phosphate, indicating that the asteroid could have once been a part of primitive ocean world.
Cathedral termite mounds inspire innovative lunar structures
With NASA’s plans to establish a lunar base for human habitation in mind, a team of engineers in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering is using robot networks to build novel structures inspired by the cathedral termite mounds common in African and Australian deserts. Using sensor-embedded sandbags as the building block of the structures, the data is used to both aid the robots in construction and to alert astronauts to critical changes in the moon’s harsh environment.
From Tucson to the stars: u of a powers giant magellan Telescope build
The U of A Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab has been instrumental in the creation of the Giant Magellan Telescope—set to be one of the world’s most powerful. Following the successful casting of all seven 28-foot honeycomb mirrors, engineers are now testing a high-tech support structure mounted on a precision-controlled system that keeps a mirror perfectly shaped as it moves. This marks a major milestone toward the telescope’s completion by the early 2030s, promising images 200 times sharper than current telescopes and revolutionizing space observation.
graduate student and team discover most distant supernovas ever found
A team using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope to peer ever deeper into the past has identified 10 times more supernovas than were previously known. Comparing images taken up to a year apart, the researchers searched for transients, light sources that appear, disappear, or vary in brightness between two time periods. Among the transients discovered are several supernovas of the type used to measure the expansion rate of the universe. An especially exciting discovery is the farthest supernova ever confirmed, the remnants of a star that exploded when the universe was only 1.8 billion years old.
u of a pursuit of valley fever vaccine passes significant milestone
A human Valley fever vaccine candidate will proceed toward Phase 1 clinical trials thanks to a major investment from the National Institutes of Health. This significant breakthrough builds on the successful testing of a canine vaccine candidate for Valley fever that is under review by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Center for Veterinary Biologics. If approved, it would be the world’s first vaccine against a fungal infection. Two-thirds of all U.S. infections of Valley fever occur in Arizona.
new hope for hard-to-treat cancers emerges from u of a research
U of A Cancer Center researchers have made major progress in understanding how to treat aggressive cancers that resist standard therapies. One research team found that blocking a cancer cell survival process can reduce the spread of breast cancer to the brain by using two existing drugs to shrink tumors in lab models. Another research team has developed a new way to break down proteins that help prostate cancer grow, making existing treatments more effective. These advances offer promising new therapeutic strategies.
Cracking the code: big data may unlock KRaS mutation secrets
Researchers at the University of Arizona Health Sciences are harnessing big data to tackle KRAS gene mutations, which have been linked to more than 90% of pancreatic cancers, 40% of colorectal cancers, and 20% of lung cancers. By analyzing extensive molecular profiling data, the research team aims to understand the behavior of KRAS mutations and their variants. This approach seeks to identify why certain treatments fail and to discover existing medications that could be repurposed, advancing the pursuit of precision medicine tailored to individual genetic profiles.
u of a wearable device bridges digital health gaps
Researchers at the U of A have set out to change the need for significant infrastructure for wearable devices by developing a system that can send health data up to 15 miles. Their innovative approach uses a low power wide area network, or LPWAN, that offers 2,400 times the distance of Wi-Fi and 533 times that of Bluetooth. The wearable device and its communication system have the potential to aid remote monitoring in rural communities and dense urban areas and ensure high-fidelity recording in war zones.
Sound solutions: new project brings affordable hearing care to arizona communities
The U of A Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences has partnered with the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing to launch the Hearing Healthcare Assistance Project. This initiative offers free hearing health care, including hearing aids, to uninsured individuals aged 21 and older. By addressing the high costs of hearing aids, which can reach $3,000, the project aims to reduce isolation and employment challenges associated with hearing loss, significantly enhancing community well-being.
u of a project addresses loneliness among border and rural communities
The Arizona Prevention Research Center is addressing loneliness and social isolation among older residents of border communities and rural communities across Arizona. With $5 million from the Centers for Disease Control, the Together Across Generations (TAG) initiative fosters intergenerational programs and combats social isolation among Arizona’s elderly populations. The project follows a 2023 report by the U.S. surgeon general that shows loneliness may be a better predictor for death than smoking, alcohol consumption, and obesity. TAG will also help develop, conduct and evaluate a statewide plan to raise social isolation and loneliness awareness.
Students use technology to preserve and share Black history
Students at the U of A Center for Digital Humanities are employing advanced technologies to preserve and share Black history. Using tools that include 360-degree immersive video, digital mapping, and virtual and augmented reality, their efforts include creating virtual exhibits for the African American Museum of Southern Arizona. This initiative safeguards cultural heritage and exemplifies the university’s commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and the application of technology in the humanities.
u of a crew of professional artists completes simulated moon mission
A team of four professional artists from the U of A completed Imagination 1, a six-day simulated lunar mission, at the Space Analog for the Moon and Mars (SAM) facility within Biosphere 2. Participants explored the role of art in space exploration, with each artist creating works inspired by the constraints and possibilities of extraterrestrial life and culture. This interdisciplinary endeavor highlights the U of A commitment to integrating the arts into scientific research, fostering a holistic approach to understanding, and preparing for future space exploration.
Data, Information Systems, and artificial Intelligence
The University of Arizona is harnessing advanced computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) to revolutionize research and drive innovation with real-world impact. From advancing AI to shape the future of healthcare to deploying ML for next-generation guidance, navigation, and control systems in hypersonic autonomous vehicles, the U of A is spearheading transformative breakthroughs that strengthen industries, protect communities, and push the boundaries of knowledge.
Student internship offers taste of an aI-powered future
The U of A inaugural AI Core + Design Lab Summer Internship brought together 60 students from 10 different colleges to collaborate on 12 projects, including the development of specialized chatbots, virtual reality experiences, and AI-driven tools. for sectors such as healthcare and education. The program emphasized experiential learning in a fast-paced environment, preparing students for future careers in AI-driven industries and concluded with a showcase of their innovative projects.
preventing car battery fires with help from machine
learning
U of A researchers developed a machine learning framework to predict and prevent thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries, a critical safety concern for electric vehicles. This innovative approach utilizes thermal sensors to monitor battery temperatures, feeding data into algorithms to accurately forecast potential overheating events. The research received nearly $600,000 in funding from the Department of Defense. This research aims to enhance electric vehicle safety amid growing global demand.
u of a partners on project combining aI, virtual reality and agriculture
The U of A, in collaboration with Purdue University, embarked on a groundbreaking project to develop VR-Bio-Talk, a platform that integrates artificial intelligence and virtual reality to enhance the analysis of agricultural data. Funded by the National Science Foundation with a combined grant of over $2 million, this initiative aims to create virtual environments that replicate realworld agricultural settings, allowing researchers to interact with comprehensive datasets in an immersive 3D space. Working in a 3D environment, researchers will be able to see each plant enhanced with data such as height and leaf area index and ask follow-up questions.
Cybersecurity clinic will protect businesses from online threats, and develop students’ career skills
Funded by a $1 million grant from Google, the cybersecurity clinic will offer free digital security services—such as vulnerability assessments, security audits, and policy development—to community and nonprofit organizations across Southern Arizona. This initiative not only enhances the cybersecurity of local businesses but also provides students with practical experience, aligning with the university’s commitment to producing highly skilled graduates able to defend businesses and organizations in the digital age.
RESEARCH CENTERS AND INSTITUTES
RII centers and institutes provide infrastructure and incentives to foster transdisciplinary collaborations, support U of A research strengths, offer student training initiatives, and develop programming that advances societal impact. Centers and institutes cultivate partnerships with other institutions, organizations, governments, and industries, creating unparalleled opportunities to address complex challenges, influence policy, and contribute to economic and workforce development.
STRATEGIC VERTICALS
• Arizona Astrobiology Center
• Arizona Space Institute
• Space4 SPACE SCIENCES
• Arizona Institute for Resilience
• Biosphere 2 ENERGY, RESOURCE & SUSTAINABILITY
• BIO5 Institute THE FUTURE OF HEALTH & BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE
• Center for the Philosophy of Freedom
• Confluencenter for Creative Inquiry
• LGBTQ+ Institute
• National Institute for Civil Discourse
• STEM Learning Center
DATA, INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
• Data Science Institute
• Institute for Computation and Data-Enabled Insight
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS
• Center for Semiconductor Manufacturing
GLOBAL RESEARCH PARTNERSHIPS
• France-Arizona Institute for Global Grand Challenges
PUBLIC POLICY
• Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy
RESEARCH TRANSLATION ECOSYSTEM
RII innovation partners advance ideas and inventions from lab to marketplace through startup support and university-industry collaboration.
TECH LAUNCH ARIZONA Creates Impact from U of A Innovation
• Supports creation of faculty, staff, and student startups and a connected innovation ecosystem
• Engages U of A innovators to advance inventions from lab to marketplace
• Protects and licenses university inventions
INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM
U OF A CENTER FOR INNOVATION Grows Science and Tech Startups
• Provides customized support to 55+ startups through a 28-Point Roadmap©️
• Helps secure investments through regional, state, and national funding vehicles
• Supports businesses seeking U.S. market entry through accredited Soft Landing program
TECH PARKS ARIZONA Connects Companies with U of A
• Supports scaling of science and tech companies through purpose-built environments
• Attracts new investments that deliver quality jobs and leads to collaborative research
• Drives annual $2B economic impact through support of university-industry relationships
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Innovation surge: Tech Launch arizona’s record-breaking year
Tech Launch Arizona (TLA), the University of Arizona office that commercializes research-driven inventions, achieved record-breaking results in FY2024. TLA received 307 new invention disclosures, launched nine startups, executed 72 licenses, filed 367 patents, and had 78 patents issued. Key initiatives include the Faculty Innovation Ambassador program and the NSF I-Corps program, which advances federally funded research to market. In 2024, TLA also launched the Wildcat Philanthropic Seed Fund to support early-stage startups and student entrepreneurship with initial donor gifts of $1.5 million.
20 years, 235 startups: uaCI’s impact on innovation and investment
The University of Arizona Center for Innovation (UACI) is a business incubator that empowers technology and science startups in Southern Arizona and around the world to bring their ideas to market. UACI has generated $35.3 million in economic output and helped create 441 jobs through its support of 235 startups over 20 years. UACI startups have secured $105.8 million in capital investment, with 46% involving university alumni or research. Additionally, UACI has attracted 25 international companies from 17 countries, contributing to Southern Arizona’s economic growth.
uaCI graduate precision epigenomics Inc. advances
early cancer detection
Precision Epigenomics, a UACI graduate, secured $1.5 million in Series A1 funding in 2024, bringing its total to over $3.9 million. The company developed EPISEEK™️, a groundbreaking blood test capable of detecting over 20 types of cancer in early stages. The technology was invented based on research from the U of A College of Pharmacy, the UA Cancer Center, and the BIO5 Institute, and was commercialized through Tech Launch Arizona. After commercializing their groundbreaking technology, Precision Epigenomics joined UACI to launch their business through the Sponsored Launch program. This test is now commercially available in the U.S. and internationally.
Tech parks arizona at 30: fueling $2 billion in annual growth and 6,000 high-tech jobs
Tech Parks Arizona provides purpose-built environments that foster collaboration between industry, government, and the University of Arizona. In 2024, Tech Parks Arizona celebrated its 30-year anniversary, renewed a long-term lease with IBM, was named Arizona Tech Council Business Leader of the Year, and announced 415 units of workforce housing, reinforcing its role in driving tech innovation and economic growth. Tech Parks Arizona contributes $2 billion annually to Southern Arizona’s economy and generates $52.8 million in tax revenues for state and local governments. Hosting over 85 companies and 6,000 knowledge workers, it serves as a major employment hub.
Tech park startup iCRx Inc. honored as innovator of the year
iCRx Inc., a tenant at UA Tech Park, was awarded “Innovator of the Year –Startup” at the 2024 Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Awards. iCRx, the manufacturer of the One-Minute Eye Exam, has set its sights on becoming the world’s fastest, most accurate vision measurement device. The One-Minute Eye Exam was invented based on research developed at the U of A James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences and was licensed through Tech Launch Arizona. iCRx Inc’s facilities at the Tech Park include office and laboratory space that help enable their cutting-edge optical research.
RESEARCH CORE FACILITIES
RII core facilities are shared technology centers that provide access to state-of-the-art equipment, facilities, and expertise for researchers throughout the institution and beyond. The university cores are critical central resources and powerful drivers of research and discovery.
RII CORE TECHNOLOGIES
Genetic Analysis
Clinical Testing/Assays
Translational Bioimaging
Mass Spectrometry
Semiconductor & Nanofabrication
Optical Confocal Imaging
Transmission Electron Microscopy
High-Throughput Screening
Flow Cytometry
Cryogenics & Compressed Gas
Machine & Welding
Funded projects supported
605 Project grants supported $1.6B
71% of projects are Federally sponsored and 13% are sponsored by private non-profits. The remaining 16% includes for-profit companies, higher education institutions, foundations and others.
CORE FACILITIES
VARIETY OF RESEARCH PROJECTS SERVED
National Institute on Aging
National Science Foundation
National Cancer Institute
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Large Binocular Telescope Corp.
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Giant Magellan Telescope Org.
National Institute of General Medicine
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
SHAPING THE FUTURE
RII Research Development Services grant programs create pathways for researchers at all career stages by providing internal funding that aids advances in research and primes the pump for external funding.
ACCELERATE FOR SUCCESS GRANTS
Fosters team science by promoting collaborations, expanding partnerships, and supporting extramural proposal development. FY24 proposals focused on advancing graduate and undergraduate research, promoting research overall, and supporting TRIF priority areas.
• Up to $50,000 for initiating new collaborations and up to $100,000 for center-level proposals involving multiple universities or partners is available.
• 12 Awards in 2024-2025
COMMUNITY ENGAGED PARTNERSHIPS GRANTS
Designed to foster relationships between U of A researchers and community partners. The goal of this grant is to build, maintain, and increase community involvement and enhance resulting societal impacts.
• Up to $25,000 per award.
• 5 awards in 2024
CORE FACILITIES PILOT PROGRAM
Designed to support three key types of activity within RII-managed core facilities. First, the development of new methods or techniques that would extend the standard operating procedures and capabilities of RII-managed core facilities. Second, the acquisition of preliminary data needed for extramural proposals. Third, the technical training of students conducting research under existing extramural funding.
• Up to $10,000 per award.
• 52 Awards in 2024
EQUIPMENT ENHANCEMENT FUND
Designed to add, or augment, research capacity through the acquisition of equipment for use by multiple investigators in shared facilities or approved university core facilities. Well justified infrastructure updates or replacement of critical components to avoid loss of current capability are also accepted.
• Up to $50,000 to $150,000 in equipment funding. For equipment proposed for placement within a RII Core Facility, an additional $30,000 in U of A Core Facility use credits may be requested.
• 13 awards in 2022-2023
FACULTY SEED GRANTS
Designed to jump-start worthwhile projects by providing short-term, one-time support. Early Career proposals lead to the generation of data for new external proposals or a new line of scholarship or creative activity. Mid-Career proposals lead to the generation of data for new external proposals or scholarship. Funding for mid-career faculty is a priority to help them take the next step in their research and careers.
• Up to $15,000 on a competitive basis for single investigator awards.
• 10 Awards in 2024-2025
GEORGE H. DAVIS TRAVEL FELLOWSHIP
Supports travel with grants to increase visibility and networking opportunities and provide timely recognition in research, scholarship and creative activities.
• $2,500 per award
• 2 awarded in 2024
HSI FACULTY SEED GRANTS
Supports the scholarly research and creative endeavors of up to 10 faculty members. Funded projects aim to promote the flourishing of traditionally underrepresented and under-resourced communities on campus and beyond.
• Up to $15,000 for projects with a single investigator. Up to $25,000 for multidisciplinary applications from two or more eligible PIs representing different departments and disciplines.
• 10 Awards in 2024
INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH GRANTS
Promote original research collaborations between the University of Arizona and international partners.
• Up to $50,000, with priority given to projects with matching funds.
• 3 Awards in 2024
PRODUCTION GRANTS
Support the creation of original works and scholarship across diverse fields and mediums. Production grants are used to cover recording studio time, film and videography costs, installation expenses, travel and other production-related needs for innovative scholarship.
• Up to $15,000 for single investigators and up to $20,000 for teams.
• 4 Awards in 2024
PUBLICATION GRANTS
Designed to augment the research resulting from a prior RII Research Development Grant by providing support to offset publication costs that were not allowable during the initial period of performance due to timing between research activity and publication.
• Up to $3,000 per award.
• 6 Awards in 2023-2024
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA NATIONAL LABS PARTNERSHIPS GRANTS
Designed to foster research partnerships between U of A faculty and researchers and Department of Energy National Research Laboratories or Department of Defense National Labs. The goal of these grants is to promote building partnerships, advancing research and development in priority areas as defined by the respective governmental funding agencies coupled with TRIF and U of A, and developing extramural proposals for submission.
• Up to $50,000 per award.
• 8 Awards in 2023-2024
WORKSHOP SUPPORT GRANTS
Support workshops that bring experts together to discuss recent research or education findings to support the long-term planning of interdisciplinary, team science programs. Ultimately, these workshops should enable the future submission of a high-quality and relevant research proposal to an external sponsor.
• Up to $15,000 in support of a workshop held in Tucson.
• 17 Awards in 2023-2024
HONORIFICS
Faculty awards and honors recognize the profound influence of our educators and researchers across the global research community. These accolades celebrate individual achievements and enhance the institution’s reputation for excellence. To be cited at this level is a clear acknowledgment that their research is essential to advancing knowledge and solving complex challenges. The University of Arizona takes pride in fostering an environment where such impactful work thrives, reinforcing our commitment to inspiring discovery and meaningful contributions to society.
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF INVENTORS SENIOR MEMBERS
Jeanne E. Pemberton
Regents Professor, Chemistry & Biochemistry, College of Science
Roberta Brinton
Saikat Guha
Department Head, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Health Sciences
Director, Center for Innovation in Brain Science
Professor, James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF INVENTORS FELLOW
Abhijit Mahalanobis
Associate Professor, College of Engineering
Adjunct Research Professor,
AMERICAN GEOPHYSICAL UNION FELLOW NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES FELLOW
Joe Giacalone
Professor, Lunar and Planetary Laboratory
Harris Kornstein
Assistant Professor, College of Humanities
Shibin Jiang
James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences
Joyce A. Schroeder
Beth Tellman
Assistant Professor, School of Geography,
Development & Environment, Social and Behavioral Sciences
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION CAREER AWARD
Charles Gomez
Associate Professor, School of Sociology
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
Jay Quade
Professor, Department of Geosciences
Christopher Henderson
Associate Professor, Mathematics, College of Science
Meredith Kupinski
Associate Professor, James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences
NATIONAL CENTRE FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH FELLOW-AMBASSADOR
Pierre Deymier
Professor, Department of Materials Science & Engineering
Tai Kong
Assistant Professor, Physics, College of Science
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Judith Bronstein
University Distinguished Professor, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
ASSOCIATION FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT LEO AWARD
Sudha Ram Professor, Eller College of Management
JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION
MEDIA AWARD
Gary Nabhan
Research Social Scientist Emeritus, Southwest Center
NATIONAL CENTRE FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH ORDRE NATIONAL DU MÉRITE
Regis Ferriere
Professor, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
BAYH-DOLE COALITION AMERICAN INNOVATOR AWARD
Hong Hua
Professor, James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences