The CELL Division would like to congratulate Kevin Edgar, a professor in the Department of Sustainable Biomaterials and associate dean of the Graduate School at Virginia Tech, also a long time member and councillor of the ACS CELL Division, has been elected as AAAS Fellow for his contribution
“…to the chemistry and engineering of polysaccharides, advancing our fundamental understanding and innovative applications in biomaterials, drug delivery, and sustainable polymers, and for leadership in the profession.”
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow is elected by the AAAS Council for lifetime honor due to their scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications.
Prior to receiving this prestigious designation, Kevin become an ACS Fellow in 2009 and ACS CELL Division Fellow in 2010. He then received the Anselme Payen Award in 2016.
It goes without saying that Kevin has made a significant impact scientifically and professionally!
Congratulations to Kevin!
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