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Buell, Perez elected to National Academy of Sciences

University of Georgia professors C. Robin Buell and Daniel R. Perez have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, the organization announced on April 29. Members are elected to NAS in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.

Aspire Fellows program prepares faculty for next phase of their career

Eight University of Georgia faculty members have completed the 2024-2025 Aspire Fellows program, a yearlong interdisciplinary cohort program that helps faculty build on their strengths and extend their professional impact.

Robinson elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Gregory Robinson, University of Georgia Foundation Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. One of the oldest and most prestigious organizations of its kind, the academy was founded in 1780, and its membership includes historical icons such as Benjamin Franklin, George Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.

UGA launches National Academy of Inventors chapter

The University of Georgia officially launched its chapter of the National Academy of Inventors during a kickoff event on April 28. The chapter will celebrate and support the achievements of inventors at UGA.

CACHE receives Presidents’ Award of Distinction from Georgia CTSA

A multidisciplinary team from the Center for Advanced Computer-Human Ecosystems (CACHE) researching public health impacts through cutting-edge immersive media technologies is the recipient of the Presidents’ Award of Distinction from the Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance (Georgia CTSA).

UGA wins second annual Regents Cup Debate Series

The University of Georgia debate team on Thursday took home a one-of-a-kind trophy as the winner of the University System of Georgia’s (USG) second annual Regents Cup Debate Series.

UGA senior named a 2025 Truman Scholar

University of Georgia senior Mercedes “Sadie” Bengs is one of 54 undergraduates from 49 colleges and universities across the nation to be selected as a 2025 Truman Scholar, a prestigious award given each year to students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential and commitment to a career in government or the nonprofit sector.

Three UGA undergraduates awarded Goldwater Scholarship

From crop molecular genetics to estuarine mussels to computer experiments, three University of Georgia undergraduates have been honored for furthering research in their fields of study. The honor is the highest undergraduate award of its type for the fields of mathematics, engineering and natural sciences.

Guy Palmer to discuss global health challenges in 2025 Boyd Lecture

Guy Palmer, a leading expert in global health and infectious diseases, will deliver the 2025 University of Georgia George H. Boyd Lecture on April 17 in the Coverdell Center.

UGA again named a top 10 Military Friendly institution

For the ninth year in a row, Viqtory Media has named the University of Georgia one of the top Military Friendly tier 1 research institutions in the country, ranking UGA sixth.