黑洞社区 to honor science professor for national career award

 

WHAT: Reception for Alexandre Shvartsburg, recipient of 2019 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers.

WHO: Invited guests include
鈼 Alexandre Shvartsburg, assistant professor of chemistry
鈼 Andy Tompkins, interim president
鈼 John Tomblin, vice president for research and economic development
鈼 Andy Schlapp, chief of staff and director of NIAR business development
鈼 Andrew Hippisley, dean, Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
鈼 Doug English, associate professor and chair, department of chemistry

WHEN: 4:15-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4. Remarks will be given at 4:30 by English and Shvartsburg.

WHERE: Miller Concert Hall Lobby, Duerksen Fine Arts Center, 黑洞社区

WHY: Alexandre (Alex) Shvartsburg, an assistant professor of chemistry, received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers on July 25. It is the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government to outstanding scientists and engineers beginning their independent research careers and showing exceptional promise for leadership in science and technology.

See original news release from July


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