New Honorary Board Members Join Society for Science in 2024: Expert Guidance and Inspiration for Future STEM Leaders”.

In 2024, Society for Science has appointed five distinguished individuals to its Honorary Board. These new members have been selected by the Board of Trustees to provide guidance on scientific matters that align with the Society’s overall mission. The Honorary Board comprises experts from various fields, including scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

The new appointees include Charles H. Bennett, a Fellow at IBM Thomas J Watson Research Center; Martin Chalfie, a University Professor at Columbia University and Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry in 2008; Sylvester James Gates Jr., a distinguished professor at the University of Maryland; Shirley Ann Jackson, President Emerita of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; and Joe Palca, a freelance science journalist and former NPR Science Correspondent.

Maya Ajmera, the President & CEO of Society for Science expressed her excitement about the new appointees and their contributions to advancing the Society’s mission of educating and inspiring future STEM leaders. Mary Sue Coleman, Chair of the Board of Trustees also welcomed the new members and highlighted their potential to further enhance the Society’s impact and reach.

As members of the Honorary Board, these individuals will play a crucial role in advising the Society on organizational strategies and engaging with students who participate in their science competitions. They are expected to bring valuable expertise and leadership to the Honorary Board, strengthening the Society’s efforts to promote scientific literacy and provide access to STEM programs for all.