Karin Jensen Receives Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers
The PECASE is the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on outstanding scientists and engineers early in their careers.
Congratulations to Karin Jensen, Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering, who received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) from President Joe Biden. The PECASE is the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on outstanding scientists and engineers early in their careers.
“I am honored to receive this award,” Dr. Jensen said. “I am very grateful for all my wonderful mentors and the fantastic research team I have been able to work with in pursuing this research.”
Established by President Clinton in 1996, PECASE recognizes scientists and engineers who show exceptional potential for leadership early in their research careers. The award recognizes innovative and far-reaching developments in science and technology, expands awareness of careers in science and engineering, recognizes the scientific missions of participating agencies, enhances connections between research and impacts on society, and highlights the importance of science and technology for our nation’s future.