Colter Mitchell receives Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE)

Honor/Award

Colter Mitchell, Research Assistant Professor of Population, Neurodevelopment, & Genetics, was honored with a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).

The PECASE is the highest honor bestowed by the United States Government to outstanding scientists and engineers who are beginning their independent research careers and who show exceptional promise for leadership in science and technology.

Established in 1996, the PECASE acknowledges the contributions scientists and engineers have made to the advancement of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and to community service as demonstrated by scientific leadership, public education, and community outreach.

Mitchell was nominated by the Department of Health and Human Services.

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