On Jan. 26, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, or AAAS, has unveiled the names of its 2021 fellows. This year’s cohort includes nine Spartans, the largest number in 10 years. In fact, Michigan State University’s nine fellows in 2011 set a record that’s now been tied by the 2021 class.

AAAS — pronounced “triple ā ess” — is the world’s largest general scientific society and being elected as a AAAS Fellow is among science’s top distinctions. Having nine fellows selected in one year, joining the dozens of fellows elected in previous years, is a reflection of MSU’s research excellence. These 2021 fellows also work in seven different research areas, representing the breadth of Spartan impact in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM.

“This year’s fellows are leaders in their respective disciplines and representative of the research excellence we have at MSU. Their acceptance into this esteemed association not only recognizes their scholarly achievements and outstanding careers, but also enhances the university’s reputation,” stated Doug Gage, Vice President for Research and Innovation. “I look forward to tracking the societal impacts of their work for many years to come.”

MSU’s fellows represent the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the College of Education, the College of Engineering and the College of Natural Science.

Read the whole article and see the slide show of all the MSU winners.