Hill Prizes Information Session Slides and Video Available
TAMEST held an Information Session for the 2026 Hill Prizes on Tuesday, April 15, to provide an overview of the prizes, application process and selection criteria. Slides and a video of the session are now available, and applications will be accepted from May 1 – 31, 2025. The Hill Prizes, funded by Lyda Hill Philanthropies, propel high-risk, high-reward ideas and innovations that demonstrate significant potential for real-world impact and can lead to new, paradigm-shifting paths in research.
O’Donnell Awards Nomination Period Closes April 30
Don’t miss the opportunity to nominate a rising star researcher for the 2026 Edith and Peter O’Donnell Awards before April 30th at 6 p.m. CT. The 2026 Awards will mark 20 years since the awards were first given. The awards recognize rising star Texas researchers who are addressing the essential role that science and technology play in society and whose work meets the highest standards of exemplary professional performance, creativity and resourcefulness.
TAMEST Member Profile: Joan Frances Brennecke, Ph.D. (NAE), The University of Texas at Austin
TAMEST Member and 2025 Hill Prize in Engineering Recipient Joan Frances Brennecke, Ph.D. (NAE), The University of Texas at Austin, is a leading figure in chemical engineering. She is known for her groundbreaking work developing environmentally friendly solvents and processes. TAMEST connected with Dr. Brennecke about her commitment to research and education, her time volunteering for TAMEST and her dedication to mentoring the next generation of engineers.
TAMEST Members News Roundup- April 2025
From award nominations to media interviews, TAMEST loves to share the accolades of our membership. Read the April compilation of our membership’s recent accomplishments, research breakthroughs and more.
