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NIST Gallery of Distinguished Alumni 2024 Honorees
Wayne Itano
Physical Measurement Laboratory, 1979-2009
For broad and impactful contributions to atomic physics, including seminal studies on fundamental limits to laser cooling, the blackbody radiation shift in atomic clocks, and quantum projection noise
Andrew Persily
Engineering Laboratory, 1982-2024
For technical leadership in the fields of building energy-use and indoor environmental performance that reduce energy use and improve occupant health
Kent Rochford
Office of the Director, 1992-2000; 2002-2012; 2014-2018
For critical leadership to advance NIST’s measurement science mission and achieve exemplary outcomes in challenging assignments related to new technical programs, safety, and security management
Emil Simiu
Engineering Laboratory, 1971-2022
For outstanding technical leadership in developing innovative solutions and standards in wind engineering for improved design and construction practices, leading to resilient, safe, and cost-effective structures
Ellen Voorhees
Information Technology Laboratory, 1996-2023
For profound and sustained impact on the direction of information retrieval, information access, and search technology research and development