External Recognition | Faculty Affairs

External recognitions refer to any awards, fellowships and/or honorary memberships that are awarded to Texas A&M University faculty by entities unaffiliated with the Texas A&M University System. Not only do these recognitions increase the visibility of the university, but they provide deserving acknowledgment for the career achievements, innovative research and contributions to the fields where faculty specialize.

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Amongst the countless Texas A&M faculty members making significant impacts on society and the world, get to know the faculty members that have been honored with prestigious awards for their scholarship and excellence:

National Academy of Engineering Members

The Texas A&M University faculty currently features 33 members of the National Academy of Engineering. Get to know these faculty members and their contributions toward the promotion of engineering and technology.

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National Academy of Sciences Members

The Texas A&M University faculty currently features 17 members of the National Academy of Sciences. Get to know these faculty members and their contributions toward the promotion of science and technology.

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National Academy of Medicine Members

The Texas A&M University faculty currently features 6 members of the National Academy of Medicine. Get to know these faculty members and their contributions toward the improvement of health for all.

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Prestigious Award Community Members

Academia Europaea Foreign Members

The objective of the Academia Europaea is the advancement and propagation of excellence in scholarship - in the humanities; law; the economic, social and political sciences; mathematics; medicine; and all branches of natural and technological sciences - anywhere in the world, and for the benefit and educational advancement of the public of all ages.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that have been selected [Foreign] Members:

Robert Tribble (2017) - Distinguished Professor Emeritus
Marlan O. Scully (2000)

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American Academy of Arts & Sciences (16)

Members of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences are world leaders in the arts and sciences, business, philanthropy and public affairs. These elected members join with other experts to explore challenges facing society, identify solutions, and promote nonpartisan recommendations that advance the public good.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that are also members of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences:

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American Academy of Nursing Fellows (8)

Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing are nursing leaders in education, management, practice and research. Fellowship status is more than recognition of one's accomplishments within the nursing profession, but also carries responsibilities to contributing time and energies to engaging with health leaders for the transformation of America's health system.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that are also American Academy of Nursing Fellows:

*Daniel Sheridan (retired) (2004)*

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American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellows (85)

Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) are a distinguished cadre of scientists, engineers and innovators who have been recognized for their achievements across disciplines, from research, teaching, and technology, to administration in academia, industry and government, to excellence in communicating and interpreting science to the public.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that are also AAAS Fellows:

* Lawrence Rauchwerger (retired) (2019)*

* Gary Acuff (retired) (2014)*

* Dudley Poston (retired) (2014)*

* Jonathan Coopersmith (retired) (2013)*

* Nancy Amato (retired) (2013)*

* David Zuberer (retired) (2004)*

* Clifford Spiegelman (deceased) (2002)*

* Arthur Schwab (retired) (2001)*

* John Fackler (deceased) (1990)*

* Gilbert Rowe (retired) (1990)*

* Gerald North (retired) (1987)*

* Darwin J. Prockop (deceased) (1985)*

* Edward C.A. Runge (deceased) (1967)*

* James Womack (deceased) (1999)*

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The American Law Institute Members (22)

The membership of the American Law Institute consists of eminent judges, lawyers, and law professors selected on the basis of professional achievement and demonstrated interest in improving the law. Likewise, the Institute elects individuals who reflect the excellence and diversity of today's legal profession to further its law reform work.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that are also American Law Institute members:

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Fulbright Scholars

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program annually awards more than 400 U.S. citizens with opportunities to teach, conduct research, and carry out professional projects in over 135 countries.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that are also Fulbright Scholar award recipients:

*active Texas A&M faculty*

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John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellows

Each year, the Guggenheim Foundation awards approximately 175 fellowships to individuals making their mark in the social sciences, the natural sciences, the humanities, and the creative arts.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that have been named Guggenheim Fellows:

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Humboldt Research Award Winners

Every year, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation grants up to 100 Humboldt Research Awards to internationally leading researchers of all disciplines from abroad in recognition of their academic record to date.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Humboldt Research Award:

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National Academy of Inventors Fellows (18)

The National Academy of Inventors Fellows Program was established to highlight academic inventors who have demonstrated a prolific spirit of innovation in creating or facilitating outstanding inventions that have made a tangible impact on quality of life, economic development and the welfare of society.

Election into National Academy of Inventors fellow status is the highest professional distinction accorded solely to academic inventors, and here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that have earned this distinction:

*Darwin J. Prockop (2014) - Deceased*

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National Endowment for the Humanities Fellows (5)

National Endowment for the Humanities fellowships are competitive awards granted to individual scholars pursuing projects that embody exceptional research, rigorous analysis, and clear writing.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that are also National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship recipients:

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National Inventors Hall of Fame (1)

The mission of the National Inventors Hall of Fame is to recognize inventors, promote creativity, and advance the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Here is the Texas A&M University faculty member that has earned induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame:

Frances Ligler (2017)

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National Science Foundation (NSF) President's National Medal of Science Award Winners

Established in 1959 by the U.S. Congress, the National Medal of Science is the highest recognition the nation can bestow on scientists and engineers. The presidential award is given to individuals deserving of special recognition by reason of their outstanding contributions to knowledge in the physical, biological, mathematical, engineering, or social and behavioral sciences, in service to the Nation.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the National Medal of Science:

Norman E. Borlaug - Biological Sciences (2004) - Deceased*
George F. Bass - Biological Sciences (2001) - Deceased*
F. Albert Cotton - Chemistry (1982) - Deceased*

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Nobel Prize Winners (3)

On November 27, 1895, Alfred Nobel signed his last will and testament, giving the largest share of his fortune to a series of prizes in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature and peace – the Nobel Prizes.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that are also Nobel Prize laureates:

Bruce McCarl - Nobel Peace Prize (2007)
David M. Lee - Nobel Prize in Physics (1996)
Dudley Herschbach - Nobel Prize in Chemistry (1986)

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Sigma Xi Research Award Winners

The scientific research society, Sigma Xi, is an honor society of scientists and engineers that recognizes excellence in scientific achievement. Texas A&M's Sigma Xi chapter recognizes, encourages and promotes scientific research and honors its community of scholars.

JOHN P. MCGOVERN SCIENCE AND SOCIETY AWARD

Since 1984, the McGovern Award has recognized achievements by a scientist or engineer that transcend their career as a researcher. Past recipients of this award represent a broad spectrum of individuals whose varied activities supported research, the communication of science and the impact of science on society. The award carries an honorarium, a commemorative medal and the opportunity to make remarks at the Society's Annual Meeting or other suitable event.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi John P. McGovern Science and Society Award:

MONIE A. FERST AWARD

Since 1977, Sigma Xi’s Monie A. Ferst Award has honored science and engineering teachers who have made notable contributions to the motivation and encouragement of research through education. The award consists of a medal, monetary prize and presentation during a day-long symposium focusing on the achievements of the winner's former students.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Monie A. Ferst Award:

Carol A. Fierke (2018)
F. Albert Cotton (2005) - Deceased*

OUTSTANDING DISTINGUISHED SCIENTIST AWARD

The Texas A&M Chapter of Sigma Xi accepts nominations for the Sigma Xi Outstanding Distinguished Scientist Award annually. The recipient will receive a plaque, monetary prize and deliver the Outstanding Distinguished Scientist Lecture at the annual Sigma Xi Induction and Awards Banquet.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Outstanding Distinguished Scientist Award:

OUTSTANDING SCIENCE COMMUNICATOR AWARD

The Texas A&M Chapter of Sigma Xi accepts nominations of individuals who have demonstrated consistent dedication and superior effectiveness to improving the communication of scientific research to the general public. If a nominee is deemed qualified, the winner will receive a monetary award and the opportunity to make a Sigma Xi-sponsored public presentation.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Outstanding Science Communicator Award:

Clifford Spiegelman (2019) - Deceased*
Renyi Zhang (2018)
Philip Yasskin (2018)
Deborah F. Cowman (2017)
Suzanne Kay Ledbetter (2016)
Penny Riggs (2015)
Tatiana Erukhimova (2014)
John Nielsen-Gammon (2013)
David Toback (2012)
Andrew Dessler (2011)
Joe Pasciak (2010) - Retired
Dawn Merton Boothe (2002)
Larry Johnson (2001)
Marlan O. Scully (2000)
Peter M. McIntyre (1999)
W.R. (Bill) Klemm (1994) - Deceased*

WALSTON CHUBB AWARD FOR INNOVATION

Since 2006, Sigma Xi has presented the Walston Chubb Award for Innovation to honor and promote creativity in science and engineering. The award carries an honorarium and an invitation to give the Walston Chubb Award Lecture at Sigma Xi's annual meeting.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Walston Chubb Award for Innovation:

WILLIAM PROCTOR PRIZE FOR SCIENTIFIC ACHIEVEMENT

Since 1950, the William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement has been awarded annually to a scientist who has made an outstanding contribution to scientific research and has demonstrated an ability to communicate the significance of this research to scientists in other disciplines.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement:

Marcetta Y. Darensbourg (2020)
Bjarne Stroustrup (2005)

YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD

Since 1998, the annual Young Investigator Award recognizes excellence in research with a certificate, honorarium and invitation to present a lecture at the Sigma Xi Annual Meeting.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Young Investigator Award:

Thomas E. Spencer - Texas A&M University - Kingsville (2005)
Sherry Yennello (2000)

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The scientific research society, Sigma Xi, is an honor society of scientists and engineers that recognizes excellence in scientific achievement. Texas A&M's Sigma Xi chapter recognizes, encourages and promotes scientific research and honors its community of scholars.

JOHN P. MCGOVERN SCIENCE AND SOCIETY AWARD

Since 1984, the McGovern Award has recognized achievements by a scientist or engineer that transcend their career as a researcher. Past recipients of this award represent a broad spectrum of individuals whose varied activities supported research, the communication of science and the impact of science on society. The award carries an honorarium, a commemorative medal and the opportunity to make remarks at the Society's Annual Meeting or other suitable event.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi John P. McGovern Science and Society Award:
- Bonnie J. Dunbar (2020)
- Barbara Gastel (2010)
- Norman E. Borlaug (2003) - Deceased*
MONIE A. FERST AWARD

Since 1977, Sigma Xi’s Monie A. Ferst Award has honored science and engineering teachers who have made notable contributions to the motivation and encouragement of research through education. The award consists of a medal, monetary prize and presentation during a day-long symposium focusing on the achievements of the winner's former students.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Monie A. Ferst Award:
- Carol A. Fierke (2018)
- F. Albert Cotton (2005) - Deceased*
OUTSTANDING DISTINGUISHED SCIENTIST AWARD

The Texas A&M Chapter of Sigma Xi accepts nominations for the Sigma Xi Outstanding Distinguished Scientist Award annually. The recipient will receive a plaque, monetary prize and deliver the Outstanding Distinguished Scientist Lecture at the annual Sigma Xi Induction and Awards Banquet.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Outstanding Distinguished Scientist Award:
- Virender K. Sharma (2019)
- Renyi Zhang (2018)
- Richard Gomer (2017)
- Vijay P. Singh (2016)
- Cheryl Lyn Walker (2015)
- James E. Womack (2014) - Deceased*
- Guoyao Wu (2013)
- Olga Kocharovskaya (2012)
- Marcetta Y. Darensbourg (2011)
- Marlan O. Scully (2010)
- D. W. Goodman (2009) - Deceased*
- Richard E. Orville (2008)
- Bruce A. McCarl (2007)
- Robert S. Chapkin (2006)
- J.N. Reddy (2005)
- Thomas A. Ficht (2004) - Retired
- Timothy D. Phillips (2003)
- Carlos Nick Pace (2002) - Retired
- Edward S. Fry (2001)
- Arthur E. Johnson (2000) - Profesor Emeritus
- Abraham Clearfield (1999) - Professor Emeritus
- John W. Morse (1998) - Deceased*
- F. Albert Cotton (1997) - Deceased*
- Robert Berg (1996) - Deceased*
- Stephen H. Safe (1995)
- Eric Powell (1994)
- Leroy S. Fletcher (1993) - Retired
- John L. Junkins (1992)
- Clarissa Kimber (1990) - Professor Emerita
- Larry Wilding (1988) - Deceased*
- William J. Merrell - Texas A&M University at Galveston (1987)
- Jimmy K. Olson (1986) - Deceased*
- Charles E. Gates (1985) - Deceased*
- Wayne A. LePori (1984) - Retired
- Marvin K. Harris (1982) - Professor Emeritus
- Lloyd R. Hossner (1980) - Retired
- Worth Nowlin (1979) - Distinuished Professor Emeritus
- W.R. (Bill) Klemm (1971) - Deceased*
OUTSTANDING SCIENCE COMMUNICATOR AWARD

The Texas A&M Chapter of Sigma Xi accepts nominations of individuals who have demonstrated consistent dedication and superior effectiveness to improving the communication of scientific research to the general public. If a nominee is deemed qualified, the winner will receive a monetary award and the opportunity to make a Sigma Xi-sponsored public presentation.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Outstanding Science Communicator Award:
- Clifford Spiegelman (2019) - Deceased*
- Renyi Zhang (2018)
- Philip Yasskin (2018)
- Deborah F. Cowman (2017)
- Suzanne Kay Ledbetter (2016)
- Penny Riggs (2015)
- Tatiana Erukhimova (2014)
- John Nielsen-Gammon (2013)
- David Toback (2012)
- Andrew Dessler (2011)
- Joe Pasciak (2010) - Retired
- Dawn Merton Boothe (2002)
- Larry Johnson (2001)
- Marlan O. Scully (2000)
- Peter M. McIntyre (1999)
- W.R. (Bill) Klemm (1994) - Deceased*
WALSTON CHUBB AWARD FOR INNOVATION

Since 2006, Sigma Xi has presented the Walston Chubb Award for Innovation to honor and promote creativity in science and engineering. The award carries an honorarium and an invitation to give the Walston Chubb Award Lecture at Sigma Xi's annual meeting.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Walston Chubb Award for Innovation:
- Gerard L. Coté (2020)
- Timothy A. Davis (2018)
- Timothy Phillips (2009)
- Mark Holtzapple (2006)
WILLIAM PROCTOR PRIZE FOR SCIENTIFIC ACHIEVEMENT

Since 1950, the William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement has been awarded annually to a scientist who has made an outstanding contribution to scientific research and has demonstrated an ability to communicate the significance of this research to scientists in other disciplines.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement:
- Marcetta Y. Darensbourg (2020)
- Bjarne Stroustrup (2005)
YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD

Since 1998, the annual Young Investigator Award recognizes excellence in research with a certificate, honorarium and invitation to present a lecture at the Sigma Xi Annual Meeting.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty who have earned the Sigma Xi Young Investigator Award:
- Thomas E. Spencer - Texas A&M University - Kingsville (2005)
- Sherry Yennello (2000)

Wolf Prize Winners (2)

The Wolf Foundation awards outstanding scientists and artists from around the world for their achievements (within the categories of the Arts, Agriculture, Chemistry, Mathematics, Medicine and Physics) in the interest of humanity and friendly relations among people.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University faculty that are also Wolf Prize recipients:

Leif Andersson - Agriculture (2014)
Fuller W. Bazer - Agriculture (2002)

*James E. Womack - Agriculture (2001) - Deceased*

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Preeminent Faculty Hires

While Texas A&M strives to provide an evironment for faculty development and achievement amplification, the university prides itself as a destination for highly prestigious educators and researchers from around the world.

Texas A&M University recruits preeminent faculty through the following programs:

Governor's University Research Initiative

The Governor’s University Research Initiative (GURI), enacted in 2015, is aimed at helping Texas public institutions of higher education recruit distinguished researchers from around the world to the State of Texas. At Texas A&M, these faculty hires represent each of the National Academies (Engineering, Medicine and Sciences), international acclaim for their research, and have earned the university's highest honors for their teaching.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University's GURI faculty hires:

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The Governor’s University Research Initiative (GURI), enacted in 2015, is aimed at helping Texas public institutions of higher education recruit distinguished researchers from around the world to the State of Texas. At Texas A&M, these faculty hires represent each of the National Academies (Engineering, Medicine and Sciences), international acclaim for their research, and have earned the university's highest honors for their teaching.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University's GURI faculty hires:
- Aristos Aristidou - College of Engineering (2024)
- Vanderlei S. Bagnato - College of Engineering and College of Arts & Sciences (2023)
- Enrique Lavernia - College of Engineering (2023)
- Catharine Ross - College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (2023)
- Julie M. Schoenung - College of Engineering (2023)
- Regan L. Bailey - College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (2022)
- Frances S. Ligler - College of Engineering (2022)
- George T. Ligler - College of Engineering (2022)
- Robert O. Ambrose - College of Engineering (2021)
- Ali Erdemir - College of Engineering (2020)
- Elaine S. Oran - College of Engineering (2019)
- Kenneth S. Ramos - Texas A&M Health (2019)
- Mark A. Barteau - College of Engineering (2018)
- James E. Hubbard, Jr. - College of Engineering (2018)
- M. Cynthia Hipwell - College of Engineering (2017)
- Richard Miles - College of Engineering (2017)
- Thomas Overbye - College of Engineering (2017)
- Roderic I. Pettigrew - School of Engineering Medicine and College of Engineering (2017)
- George Pharr - College of Engineering (2017)
- Girish Agarwal - College of Arts & Sciences (2016)
- Leif Andersson - School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (2016)

Chancellor's Research Initiative

Beginning in 2013, the Chancellor’s Research Initiative (CRI) has provided funds to Texas A&M University for the recruitment and hiring of faculty researchers who have established themselves in unique areas of academia capable of aiding Texas’ technological progress, helping create and enhance research capabilities and ensuring the highest quality of research and infrastructure development.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University's CRI faculty hires:

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Beginning in 2013, the Chancellor’s Research Initiative (CRI) has provided funds to Texas A&M University for the recruitment and hiring of faculty researchers who have established themselves in unique areas of academia capable of aiding Texas’ technological progress, helping create and enhance research capabilities and ensuring the highest quality of research and infrastructure development.

Here is a list of Texas A&M University's CRI faculty hires:
- D. Nathan Meehan - College of Engineering (2024)
- Nikolay Zheludev - College of Arts & Sciences (2024)
- Luiz Davidovich - College of Sciences (2021)
- Yassin Hassan - College of Engineering (2021)
- Behrokh Khoshnevis - College of Engineering (2021)
- Thomas Kurfess - College of Engineering (2021)
- Ben Neuman - College of Arts & Sciences (2021)
- Wenping Wang - School of Architecture (2021)
- Edwin "Ned" Thomas - College of Engineering (2020)
- William Unruh - College of Engineering (2020)
- Linda Katehi - College of Engineering (2019)
- Robert Kennicutt - College of Sciences (2019)
- Israel Liberzon - School of Medicine (2019)
- Paul Morley - School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (2019)
- Rebecca Seguin-Fowler - College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (2019)
- Patrick Stover - College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (2019)
- Karl Hedrick - College of Engineering (2017) - Deceased*
- Bonnie Dunbar - College of Engineering (2016)
- Robert Skelton - College of Engineering (2016) - Deceased*
- Ken Muneoka - School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (2015)
- Ivan Rusyn - School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (2015)
- Harvey Morgan Scott - School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (2015)
- Christodoulos Floudas - College of Engineering (2014) - Deceased*
- Gerardo Gold Bouchot - College of Arts & Sciences (2014)
- Thomas Meek - College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (2014)
- Alan Needleman - College of Engineering (2014)
- Peter Rentzepis - College of Engineering (2014)
- Marlan O. Scully - College of Arts & Sciences (2014)
- Doris Taylor - School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (2014)
- David Threadgill - School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (2014)

Hagler Institute for Advanced Study at Texas A&M University Through the Hagler Fellows program, the Hagler Institute for Advanced Study at Texas A&M University selects and recruits top scholars from around the world for visiting professorships and access to Texas A&M's research facilities. #accordionGroup18 { display: none; }