August 17, 2022

Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society is proud to announce its 2022 Award Winners. Presented annually by the Society's Prizes and Awards program, the awards recognize exemplary achievement in science and engineering. Recipients are presented with the awards at the International Forum on Research Excellence (IFoRE) where most will be plenary speakers. This year's conference will be held November 3–6, 2022 in Alexandria, Virginia. Congratulations to this year’s winners!

Gold Key Award

BRUCE ALBERTS, PhD
Chancellor’s Leadership Chair in Biochemistry and Biophysics for Science and Education
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
Gold Key Award

For extraordinary contributions to his profession and for fostering critical innovations to enhance the health of the research enterprise, to cultivate integrity in research, and to promote the public understanding of science for the purpose of improving the human condition.

William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement

RENA BIZIOS, PhD
Lutcher Brown Endowed Chair Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement

For being a true leader and visionary of modern materials, biomedical and chemical sciences, and engineering.

John P. McGovern Science and Society Award

CHAD A. MIRKIN, PHD
Director, International Institute for Nanotechnology; George B. Rathmann Professor of Chemistry, Professor of Medicine, Professor of Materials Science & Engineering, Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Professor of Chemical & Biological Engineering
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
John P. McGovern Science and Society Award

For his pioneering contributions to nanochemistry that have led to inventions that benefit society and monumental efforts in entrepreneurship, education, public understanding, and national service/public policy.

Walston Chubb Award for Innovation

GE WANG, PhD
Clark & Crossan Endowed Chair Professor and Director of Biomedical Imaging Center
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
Walston Chubb Award for Innovation

For his pioneering contributions to medical imaging, which have generated major impacts on research, development, and healthcare, including his cone-beam CT method and AI-based imaging leadership.

Young Investigator Award

GREESHMA GADIKOTA, PhD
Assistant Professor, Croll Sesquicentennial Fellow, Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability Senior Faculty Fellow, Civil & Environmental Engineering
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Young Investigator Award

For her outstanding contributions in advancing the science of carbon dioxide reactivity for developing innovative technologies for sustainable energy, resource recovery, and carbon sequestration.

Linda H. Mantel Next Generation Women’s Leadership Award

KELLY CROWE
Assistant Professor of Biology
XAVIER UNIVERSITY  
Linda H. Mantel Next Generation Women’s Leadership Award

For exemplified service, generosity, and leadership by an early-career woman scientist, in the legacy of Dr. Linda H. Mantel.

Evan Ferguson Award for Service to the Society

SUBRATA SAHA, PhD
Affiliate Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Affiliate Instructor, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON AT SEATTLE
Evan Ferguson Award for Service to the Society

For outstanding service to Sigma Xi and its mission

Honorary Membership Award

WENDY ZUKERMAN
Science journalist and podcaster
Host and Executive Producer, "Science Vs"
Honorary Membership Award

For presenting research results by speaking to scientists directly and taking on controversial topics directly through her podcast, Science Vs.