Arati Prabhakar, Assistant to the President for Science and Technology and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy

Arati Prabhakar, Assistant to the President for Science and Technology and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy

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The Biden-Harris Administration Celebrates Scientific Excellence: Honoring Visionaries Who Shape the Future

In a dazzling nod to human ingenuity and scientific brilliance, the Biden-Harris Administration recently bestowed the prestigious Enrico Fermi Presidential Award on three extraordinary individuals: Héctor D. Abruña, Paul Alivisatos, and John H. Nuckolls. These trailblazers have made groundbreaking contributions to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges—from clean energy and national security to advancements in health outcomes. And Houston, take note: this is a moment to celebrate how innovation shapes the world we live in and inspires what’s possible.