2010 Carnegie Science Awardees Announced
PITTSBURGH, Jan. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Carnegie Science Center announced the winners of its 2010 Carnegie Science Awards, sponsored by Eaton Corporation.
Carnegie Science Center established the Carnegie Science Awards program in 1997 to recognize and promote outstanding science and technology achievements in western Pennsylvania. Celebrating its 14th year, the Carnegie Science Awards have honored the accomplishments of more than 250 individuals and organizations that have improved lives through their commitment and contributions in science and technology.
"This is Eaton's thirteenth year as a sponsor and we are proud to be associated with a program that recognizes corporations and individuals devoted to science and technology," said Jerry Whitaker, president of the Americas for Eaton Corporation's Electrical Sector. "These regional assets have an impact that expands far beyond their local footprint into the global marketplace."
The Carnegie Science Awards program helps fund Science Center exhibits and educational programs that reach thousands of young people to broaden their perspective about careers in the fields of science and technology," said Ron Baillie, Henry Buhl, Jr. Co-Director of Carnegie Science Center. "And through our Science Connections mentoring program, many of the awards recipients engage young people in the real-world practice of the sciences."
"Each year the Carnegie Science Awards shines the spotlight on extraordinary researchers, entrepreneurs, and educators working in science and technology fields," said Ann Metzger, Henry Buhl, Jr. Co-Director of Carnegie Science Center. "Our region generates amazing talent and cutting-edge technology and advances in science-related industries. The Awards program recognizes the best and the brightest the region has to offer."
Awardees will be honored during a formal celebration at Carnegie Music Hall on May 7, 2010. Keynote speaker for the ceremony is Chris Carmichael, founder and CEO of Carmichael Training Systems, Inc. (CTS) and personal coach to cancer survivor and seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong.
2010 Carnegie Science Award recipients include:
Chairman's Award
Thomas E. Starzl, MD, PhD
Advanced Manufacturing Award
C. Edward Eckert, PhD
Apogee Technology, Inc.
Advanced Materials Award
Di Gao, PhD
University of Pittsburgh
Analysis & Reporting Award
Luis Fabregas
Andrew Conte
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Catalyst Award
Allegheny County Health Department
Corporate Innovation Award
McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine
Elementary Educator Award
Beth Cooper
Butler Area School District
Middle Level Educator Award
Arlynn Adamerovich
Ligonier Valley Middle School
High School Educator Award
Jeanne Campbell Suehr
Yough School District
School District Award
Franklin Regional School District
University / Post-Secondary Educator Award
Alison Slinskey Legg, PhD
University of Pittsburgh
*Special Achievement in Environmental Education Award*
Laura Branby
Wendy Kedzierski
Jim Palmer
Creek Connections, Allegheny College
University/Post-Secondary Student Award
Bryan Brown
University of Pittsburgh
Emerging Female Scientist Award
Charleen T. Chu, MD, PhD
University of Pittsburgh
Start-Up Entrepreneur Award
Razi Imam
Landslide Technologies, Inc.
Entrepreneur Award
Lalit Chordia, PhD
Thar Technologies, Inc.
Environmental Award
Devra Davis, PhD
Environmental Health Trust
Information Technology Award
Luis Von Ahn, PhD
Carnegie Mellon University
Life Sciences Award
Andrew Schwartz, PhD
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
2010 Carnegie Science Award Honorable Mentions include:
Analysis & Reporting Award
Jeff Fraser
Pittsburgh Quarterly
Catalyst Award
Terrence Collins, PhD
Institute for Green Chemistry
Corporate Innovation Award
Plextronics, Inc.
Elementary Educator Award
Daniel Arnold
George C. Marshall Elementary School
High School Educator Award
Evelyn Breitigan
Avella Area Junior/Senior High School
High School Educator Award
Jade Leung
Shaler Area High School
University / Post Secondary Educator Award
Thad Zaleskiewicz, PhD
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
Start-Up Entrepreneur Award
Patrick Daly
Cohera Medical, Inc.
Emerging Female Scientist Award
Kacey Marra, PhD
University of Pittsburgh
Emerging Female Scientist Award
Alison Barth, PhD
Carnegie Mellon University
Environmental Award
Gregory Lowry, PhD
Carnegie Mellon University
*New Award for 2010*
About Carnegie Science Center
Carnegie Science Center is dedicated to inspiring learning and curiosity by connecting science and technology with everyday life. By making science both relevant and fun, the Science Center's goal is to increase science literacy in the region to motivate young people to seek careers in science and technology. One of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, the Science Center is Pittsburgh's premier science exploration destination, reaching more than 700,000 people annually through its hands-on exhibits, camps, classes, and off-site education programs. For more information, visit www.carnegiesciencecenter.org.
About Eaton Corporation
Eaton Corporation is a diversified power management company with 2009 sales of $11.9 billion. Eaton is a global technology leader in electrical components and systems for power quality, distribution and control; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; aerospace fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has approximately 70,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 150 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com.
SOURCE Carnegie Science Center
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