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September 25, 2012,
Volume 59, No. 05 |
International Award: Dr. Beck
Dr. Aaron T. Beck, emeritus professor, department of psychiatry and director of the Aaron T. Beck Psychopathology Research Center at the Perelman School of Medicine, was awarded the Prince Mahidol Award for “exemplary contributions in the field of medicine.” Often referred to as “The Father of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,” Dr. Beck has been honored for his lifetime achievement in developing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). The award is bestowed by the Thai Royal Family for outstanding achievements in medicine and public health worldwide. Thai Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Chaiyong Satjipanon, presented the award at a special ceremony in August. |
Electromagnetics Award: Dr. Engheta
Dr. Nader Engheta, the H. Nedwill Ramsey Professor of Electrical and Systems Engineering and professor of bioengineering in the School of Engineering & Applied Science, is the recipient of the 2012 IEEE Electromagnetics Award. Dr. Engheta’s research activities span a broad range of areas involving the physics of fields and waves. He is a leading figure in the field of metamaterials, which combines physics, engineering and nanotechnology to bend and manipulate waves in ways that natural materials cannot.
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Board for Public Service: Dr. Harkavy
The dean of Harvard College at Harvard University, Evelynn Hammonds, selected Dr. Ira Harkavy, director and associate vice president of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships, to serve on its newly established National Advisory Board on Public Service. The board will meet once a year to make recommendations on how Harvard College can build upon its traditions to further the cause of public service.
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ACS: Dr. Kozlowski
Dr. Marisa Kozlowski, professor of chemistry in the School of Arts & Sciences, is the recipient of the 2012 American Chemical Society Philadelphia Section Award. Dr. Kozlowski’s research focuses on the discovery and optimization of new reagents and catalysts for organic synthesis, including both novel computational tools and traditional methods of screening and development. The award recognizes extraordinary research that has not only led to scientific breakthroughs, but has also been instrumental in improving public appreciation of the profession.
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Morris Arboretum's Horticulture Center: American Architecture Award
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The office building of the Horticultural Center is made of natural materials and the garages are designed to resemble farm structures. Sustainable and green design features include green roofs on two of the garages. In addition, multiple cisterns store excess rainwater for irrigation and lavatory use. Rain gardens, planted with native plant species, manage storm water. The landscaping features native trees, shrubs and meadow plantings. |
The new Horticulture Center at the Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, designed by Overland Partners Architects, was awarded the American Architecture Award as one of the top new architectural projects in the United States.
Located on the Arboretum’s Bloomfield Farm, the Horticulture Center was selected from a record number of entries from the most distinguished firms practicing across the globe. The Arboretum will be part of a traveling international exhibition, which will be displayed at “The City and the World” symposium in Istanbul, Turkey and throughout many museums across Europe.
The American Architecture Awards are the highest and most prestigious awards program honoring new and cutting edge design. Organized annually by the Chicago Athenaeum, the program has become the most significant and comprehensive awards program in the United States honoring the best new building design produced by leading American architects, urban planners and landscape architects.
Last year, the Horticulture Center received top honors for sustainable design, earning a LEED Platinum Certification by the United States Green Building Council (Almanac January 31, 2012). The Horticulture Center is a multi-functional, state-of-the-art facility designed to represent sustainable building energy and water performance at the University of Pennsylvania.
For more information, visit www.morrisarboretum.org
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NPR Board: Mr. LaMay
Mr. Roger LaMay, general manager of WXPN, the nationally-recognized leader in Triple A (Adult Album Alternative) music and noncommercial radio service of the University of Pennsylvania, has been elected as a member director of the NPR Board. He was elected to a three-year term beginning in November 2012. Mr. LaMay said, "As manager of a music station, it's a rare honor to serve on the board. I look forward to focusing on the considerable contribution that NPR makes to our country's music, arts and culture."
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