Declaring that they “have given exceptional service in their fields, and bring great credit to themselves and credit to our country,” President Bush honored the laureates of the 2002 National Medal of Science and the 2002 National Medal of Technology at a White House ceremony this past November. The medals are the nation’s highest awards for scientific achievement and for technological innovation.
The National Medal of Science, which is administered by NSF, recognizes researchers who have made major contributions in science, engineering, or mathematics thoughout their careers. Including the winners for 2002, the National Medal of Science has gone to 409 individuals since it was first awarded in 1962. Of the eight recipients in 2002, six either are physicists or work in physics-related fields.
Leo Beranek received a medal for his “leadership, dedication, and contributions to the art and science of acoustics.” He was also cited for cofounding BBN Technologies...
