Research and Development employees honored for work advancing science

The USDA Forest Service
September 24, 2024
Category: Business & Politics
Region: United States

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Four Research and Development scientists were honored Sept. 23 with a Deputy Chief Award, all cited for their excellence in the science, innovation and service that plays an integral role in driving the Forest Service forward as a science-based agency. …Collectively, the honorees contributed directly to work addressing issues like climate change, wildfire risk and the need to protect biodiversity. Their work is critical not only to the health and resilience of our forests and grasslands but also to the well-being of the communities that depend on these ecosystems. About the honorees:

  • Distinguished Science Award – Research Ecologist Deanna Olson, PhD., Pacific Northwest Research Station…
  • Science Delivery Award – Fire Modeling Institute Director Greg Dillon, Rocky Mountain Research Station…
  • Early Career Scientist Award – Materials Research Engineer Laura Hasburgh, PhD., Forest Products Laboratory…
  • Pioneer in Science Award – General Engineer Johnny Grace, PhD., Southern Research Station…

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