Honoring Recent Award Recipients: September 2024

Northeastern University is proud to announce that six of its esteemed faculty members have recently been recognized with prestigious awards in their respective fields. These accolades underscore the university’s commitment to excellence in research, education, and innovation across diverse disciplines.

Dr. Alexandros Makriyannis, Professor in the departments of Pharmaceutical Sciences in the Bouve College of Health Sciences and in Chemistry and Chemical Biology in the College of Science, has been awarded the 2024 CMCR Pioneer in Medicinal Cannabis Research Award by the Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research. This recognition adds to his impressive list of 8 awards, including being named an AAAS Fellow and receiving the AAPS Distinguished Pharmaceutical Scientist Award. With 402 published articles, 9 book chapters, 1 book, 25 grants, and 56 patents, Dr. Makriyannis’s groundbreaking work continues to push the boundaries of pharmacological research and drug discovery.

Dr. Kabria Baumgartner, Dean’s Associate Professor of History and Africana Studies in the College of Social Sciences and Humanities, has been honored with the 2024 Leadership in History Award from the American Association for State and Local History. This award joins her collection of 11 prestigious recognitions, including the AAS National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship and the Outstanding Book Award from the American Education Research Association. Dr. Baumgartner’s scholarship is reshaping our understanding of history and Africana studies, inspiring both academics and students alike.

Dr. Mary Jo Ondrechen, Professor in the Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department in the College of Science, has been awarded the AISES Technical Excellence Award by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society. This recognition adds to her impressive credentials, which include being a Fulbright Scholar and a Sloan Research Fellowship recipient in Chemistry. Through her research, Dr. Ondrechen is advancing our knowledge of chemical processes and inspiring future generations of scientists. Read more about Dr. Ondrechen’s award in Northeastern Global News.

Dr. Jesse Peltier, a recent hire and assistant professor in the Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department in the College of Science, has been awarded the AISES Most Promising Scientist Award by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society. This recognition underscores Dr. Peltier’s innovative approach and the fresh perspectives he brings to chemical research. Read more about Dr. Peltier’s award in Northeastern Global News.

Professor Yulia Pinkusevich, an associate professor in the Department of Art + Design in the College of Arts, Media and Design, has been awarded the prestigious Artist Research Fellowship by the Smithsonian Institution. This fellowship not only acknowledges Professor Pinkusevich’s artistic achievements but also opens new avenues for interdisciplinary exploration at the intersection of art and research.

These awards reflect the breadth and depth of expertise at Northeastern University, spanning fields from medicinal cannabis research to history, chemistry, criminology, and art. The university congratulates these outstanding faculty members on their achievements and looks forward to their continued contributions to their fields and to the academic community at large.

Additional information on upcoming awards opportunities can be found via the Honorific Awards Initiative (HAI) Teams link.

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