The Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (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, education, and mathematics (STEM) education and to community service as demonstrated through scientific leadership, public education, and community outreach.
For innovative measurement methods that reveal the complex properties of soft polymer films, which are necessary for industry to design and manufacture advanced water filtration membranes, ionic transport media for batteries and fuel cells, and adhesives.