Cohort I Mentor Dr. Steven Townsend Named a Recipient of the Prestigious, Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers
Cohort I Mentor, Dr. Steven Townsend, has been named one of 400 recipients of the prestigious, Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers.
Established in 1996 by President Clinton, the PECASE Award is the highest honor given by the U.S. government to scientists and engineers who show exceptional potential for leadership early in their research careers. The award recognizes recipients’ potential to advance the frontiers of scientific knowledge and their commitment to community service, as demonstrated through professional leadership, education, or community outreach.
The PECASE awards were created to highlight the importance of science and technology for America’s future. These early career awards foster innovative developments in science and technology, increase awareness of careers in science and engineering, provide recognition to the scientific missions of participating agencies, and enhance connections between research and challenges facing the nation.
Congratulations, Dr. Townsend!

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