Nature Inspiring Women in Science Shortlist
Recognizes early-career women researchers who have made strong discovery contributions.
2026 Pigman College of Engineering Faculty Awards
This award recognizes and rewards outstanding research carried out at the University of Kentucky, where the research accomplishments have lasting impact on engineering and computer science.
2026, 2025, 2024 Lighthouse Beacon Foundation Scholar
A competitive and selective award from the Karen and Stanley Pigman Engineering Technology Scholarship at the University of Kentucky for ongoing impactful work.
2026 Advanced Materials Rising Star
A series of invitation-only articles showcasing the outstanding work of recognized researchers in the early stages of their independent careers. All Rising Stars are individually nominated by the Advanced Materials editorial team and Editorial Advisory Board members in recognition of their potential to influence future directions in materials science research.
2025 Beilby Medal and Prize
Early-stage career award in recognition of significant practical work in chemical engineering, applied materials science, or related field. The Beilby Medal and Prize has been awarded to one scientist each year for over 100 years, and in 2025 was administered by Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining.
Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award
Supports early-career faculty who have the potential to serve as academic role models in research and education and to lead advances in the mission of their department or organization.
2025 PMSE Early Investigator Award
This award is a distinction from the American Chemical Society to highlight the accomplishments of early career researchers who are making an impact in the field of Polymer Science and Engineering. The award and underpinning accomplishments are celebrated at a special symposium at the 2025 ACS Fall Meeting in Washington, DC, in August 2025.
2024 DARPA Young Faculty Award (YFA)
The YFA is a prestigious early-career program that develops the next generation of Department of Defense (DoD) scientists by providing funding, mentoring, and DoD contacts. I am a member of the DARPA YFA class of 2024.