Dr.
Williams is Elected to the National Academy of Science!
The Department of Physics
proudly congratulates Distinguished University Professor, Ellen
D. Williams, on her recent election into the National Academy of Science. This is a well deserved honor that highlights
Dr. Williams' stellar career.
Established in 1863, The National Academy of Sciences is a private organization of scientists and engineers dedicated to the furtherance of science and its use for the general welfare. The academy is also considered to be the official adviser to the federal government in any matter of science or technology.
Dr. Williams is one of 72 new members and 18 foreign associates from 14 countries elected "in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research." This brings the total number of active members to 1,976. This is truly a prestigious honor.
More information can
be found at:
http://www4.nationalacademies.org/news.nsf/isbn/05032005?OpenDocument
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