Stony Brook University faculty members Gordon T. Taylor, Katherine B. Aubrecht, and Michael A. Bender have been appointed as 2024 American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellows. This recognition is a lifetime honor for AAAS members, requiring nominations from either the Steering Committee of their respective sections, three Fellows, or the CEO of AAAS. The AAAS Council reviews and votes on these nominations.
"This year’s class of Fellows are the embodiment of scientific excellence and service to our communities," said Sudip S. Parikh, CEO of AAAS. "Their work demonstrates the value of sustained investment in science and engineering."
Carl W. Lejuez, Executive Vice President and Provost, added, "I warmly congratulate our newest AAAS fellows for this well-deserved recognition. Honors like these underscore our flagship status and Stony Brook’s value to our region and our nation."
Taylor, Aubrecht, and Bender join a group of 471 distinguished scientists, engineers, and innovators recognized for their contributions to academia, research, and science communications. Taylor is recognized for his work on microbial mediation of marine biogeochemical processes. He said, "I am truly honored and humbled by this recognition."
Aubrecht is acknowledged for advancing chemistry education by incorporating green chemistry and sustainability. She expressed her gratitude, stating, "I am grateful to be nominated and elected as an AAAS Fellow."
Bender is honored for his contributions to data structures and their applications. "I am deeply honored to be recognized as an AAAS Fellow," said Bender.
The three faculty members will be recognized at the Fellows Forum during the AAAS Annual Meeting on June 7, where they will receive a certificate and a blue and gold rosette.