Congratulations to Professor Erin Carlson. She is one 106 researchers honored as a
recipient of the Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and
Engineers. This prestigious award honors scientists for their pursuit of
innovative research at the frontiers of science and technology and
their commitment to community service as demonstrated through scientific
leadership, public education, or community outreach. Erin was nominated
for this award by the National Science Foundation for her discovery of
chemistry underlying a new approach to treat antibiotic-resistant
infections, for leadership in the chemistry and women-chemists
communities, and for developing new hands-on laboratory activities to engage K-12 students in natural product chemistry. Read more
