Fifteen distinguished faculty members from the University of Michigan have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in 2025. This prestigious recognition highlights their significant contributions to various scientific fields. The AAAS, known as the world’s largest general scientific society, announced 449 new members for the 2025 class, celebrating those “whose efforts on behalf of the advancement of science or its applications in service to society have distinguished them among their peers and colleagues.”
The newly elected U-M fellows are:
Anthony Antonellis, chair and James V. Neel Legacy Professor of Human Genetics, and professor of neurology in the Medical School, recognized for his work in defining genetic and molecular mechanisms of neuropathies and syndromes caused by mutations in aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase genes.
Allen Burton, professor in the School for Environment and Sustainability and the Department of Earth and Environmental Science in LSA, honored for his contributions to ecological risk assessment and leadership in water sciences and environmental toxicology.
Andries Coetzee, the Judith T. Irvine Collegiate Professor of Linguistics, known for his work in phonology and phonetics, and promoting U.S.-Africa academic relations.
Jianping Fu, professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering, recognized for his pioneering work in stem cell bioengineering using human pluripotent stem cells.
Diane Harper, professor of family medicine, acknowledged for her role in the development of HPV vaccines for cervical cancer prevention.
Ping He, professor of molecular, cellular and developmental biology, honored for her advancements in plant immunity and pathogen defense mechanisms.
Patricia Hurn, dean and professor in the School of Nursing, celebrated for her research on stroke and sex differences in brain injury.
Timothy James, professor of ecology, recognized for his insights into fungal reproduction and its impact on disease and diversity.
Vesa Kaartinen, associate dean for research, honored for his work in craniofacial and cardiac development, particularly in understanding birth defects.
Karl Krushelnick, professor of nuclear engineering, noted for his research in laser-plasma interactions and applications in fusion energy.
Nicolai Lehnert, professor of chemistry, recognized for his work on nitric oxide interactions in biological systems.
Wei Lu, professor of electrical and computer engineering, acclaimed for his contributions to solid-state electronics and neuromorphic computing.
Michael Meyer, professor of astronomy, known for his leadership in infrared astronomy and exoplanet research.
Peter Song, professor of biostatistics, recognized for his work in statistical methodologies and data science in public health.
Jing Sun, professor of naval architecture, honored for her contributions to adaptive and nonlinear control in automotive engineering.
Founded in 1848, AAAS started electing fellows in 1874. The new fellows will be celebrated at a forum on May 29 in Washington, D.C., and featured in the AAAS News & Notes section of the April issue of the Science journal.
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