Honoring Recent Award Recipients: January 2025
Northeastern faculty continue to earn prestigious external recognition for their transformative contributions across disciplines. From pioneering research to educational leadership, these recent honorees exemplify the university’s commitment to solving global challenges and advancing their fields.
Alireza Ramezani, Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering (COE), received the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Rising Star in Mechanical Engineering Award. This recognition follows his NSF CAREER Award for groundbreaking research in bio-inspired robotics. His innovative work, which has captured the attention of National Geographic and Popular Science, focuses on developing robots that can navigate complex environments by mimicking bat movements. Published in the International Journal of Robotics Research, his research advances robotic capabilities for maneuvering through challenging spaces like caves, shafts, ducts, and pipes, demonstrating how nature-inspired design can revolutionize technological solutions for real-world applications.
Read more highlights about Dr. Ramezani’s work in the COE News.
Matthew Miller, Professor of Public Health and Health Sciences in Bouvé College of Health Sciences, has achieved one of the highest honors in health and medicine with his election to the National Academy of Medicine. This prestigious appointment places him among a select group of just 2,400 members nationally, recognizing his significant epidemiological research contributions to public health and injury prevention. His election acknowledges not only his exceptional scholarship but also his commitment to advancing health equity through research, leadership, and service in addressing critical public health challenges.
Read more highlights about Dr. Miller’s work in Northeastern Global News.
Stephanie Sibicky, Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs and Assessment and Associate Clinical Professor in the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, has received two prestigious recognitions from the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists. She was named the 2024 Educator of the Year, an award that celebrates excellence in academic instruction and leadership. Additionally, her outstanding commitment to student development earned her the 2024 Outstanding Student Preceptor Award. Both honors, presented at the Society’s annual meeting in Colorado, were selected by her peers and highlight her exceptional dedication to advancing pharmacy education through both classroom teaching and experiential learning.
Read more highlights about Dr. Sibicky’s award in the Bouvé News.
These honors exemplify Northeastern University’s continued leadership in research and innovation across diverse academic disciplines. Each award and appointment represent not just individual achievement, but our collective commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering positive change in society. Through their work, these faculty members demonstrate the impact of combining rigorous research with practical applications to address real-world challenges. Join us in congratulating these exemplary faculty members on their outstanding accomplishments.
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