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 7 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

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:

Roderic I. Pettigrew (2020)
Donald J. Darensbourg (2019)
Leif Andersson (International Honorary Member) (2018)
Elaine S. Oran (2018)
Karen Wooley (2015)
Marcetta Y. Darensbourg (2011)
Linda P.B. Katehi-Tseregounis (2011)
Edwin L. (Ned) Thomas (2009)
Marlan O. Scully (2008)
Alan Needleman (2007)
William Unruh (2003)
Ronald A. DeVore (2001)
Robert C. Kennicutt, Jr. (2001)
Roger Howe (emeritus) (1993)
David M. Lee (1990)
Dudley Herschbach (emeritus) (1980)

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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 (72)

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 (retired) (1985)*

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

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The American Law Institute Members (16)

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:

Fatma Marouf (2021)
Peter K. Yu (2020)
Nancy Welsh (2020)
Huyen Pham (2019)
Glynn S. Lunney, Jr. (2018)
Andrew P. Morriss (2015)
Irene Calboli (2015)
Randy Gordon (2008)
Mary Margaret Penrose (2008)
Robert B. Ahdieh (2007)
Susan S. Fortney (2007)
Michael Z. Green (2006)
James Paul George (2001)
William H. Henning (2001)
Cullen M. Godfrey (1998)
Frank Elliott (1981)

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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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National Academy of Inventors Fellows (17)

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:

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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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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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