David Todd *52 received the inaugural Heinz Herrmann Award for Excellence in Twin-screw Extrusion from the Society of Plastics Engineers. Dr. Todd is the principal consultant at the Polymer Processing Institute at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. He received his B.S. and M.S. in chemical engineering from Northwestern University and his Ph.D. from Princeton.

Robert D. Briskman '54 recently was inducted into the Space Technology Hall of Fame for his technical work on the development of satellite radio. His role in the successful development and commercialization of Sirius Satellite Radio is recognized as an outstanding example of applying space technology for the betterment of life on Earth. Mr. Briskman earned his B.S.E. in electrical engineering.

Richard L. Kline *56, president of Klintech LLC, received the International Cooperation Award from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics in recognition of his significant contributions to cooperative programs with European and Russian organizations, and for sustained contributions to international understanding as an International Federation Leader. Mr. Kline earned his M.S.E. in mechanical engineering.

Lee H. Sentman III *59 was named a fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Dr. Sentman, who earned his Ph.D. in aeronautical engineering, is a professor at the University of Illinois.

Chang-Lin Tien *59, received the Founders Award from the National Academy of Engineering. Dr. Tien was honored for his pioneering contributions in gas thermal radiation, thermal insulation, and microscale heat transfer, as well as his leadership in education for youth around the world. He received his master's degree and Ph.D. in mechanical engineering.

Costas G. Gogos '61 *62 *64 *66 received the Society of Plastics Engineers Fred O. Conley Award for Plastics Engineering/Technology. Dr. Gogos is chairman of the technical board and president emeritus of the Polymer Processing Institute (PPI) at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, and professor emeritus of chemical engineering at the Stevens Institute of Technology. He cofounded PPI in 1982 with the intent to serve the plastics industry through research programs in partnership with industrial members and affiliates to help small companies in New Jersey solve engineering problems. He holds a B.S.E. in chemical engineering, and two master's degrees and a Ph.D. in mechanical and aerospace engineering from Princeton.

John H. Roberts '62 was elected a fellow of the Society of Automotive Engineers International. Mr. Roberts is the commercial and government engine fellow at Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies. He is an internationally recognized aerospace expert on in-flight thrust determination, accuracy analysis, and gas turbine engine simulation and modeling and facility measurement system design. His contributions to the world's understanding of rain and hail ingestion by a jet engine has led to significant improvements in commercial and aircraft safety of flight. Mr. Roberts earned his B.S.E. in aeronautical engineering.

J. Victor Lebacqz '64 *66 *77 was named a fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Dr. Lebacqz is deputy director for aerospace at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Ames Research Center. He earned his B.S.E., A.M., and Ph.D. in mechanical and aerospace engineering.

Alan C. Eckbreth *66 *69 was named vice president and dean of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute at Hartford, Rensselaer's Hartford-based graduate center devoted to education for the working professional. Previously, Dr. Eckbreth directed the United Technologies Corp. (UTC) Fuel Cells Program at the United Technologies Research Center in East Hartford. He was an engineer and manager with UTC for more than 34 years. Dr. Eckbreth earned a master's degree and Ph.D. in mechanical and aerospace engineering from Princeton.

Ronald M.C. So *71 was named a fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Dr. So is chairman and professor at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. He earned his Ph.D. in aeronautical engineering.

Thomas L. Guido '72, president of Guido Brothers Construction Co. in San Antonio, Texas, was named in Who's Who in Construction, Design and Development. Mr. Guido, a third-generation construction businessman, holds a B.S.E. in civil and geological engineering. He has received seven Outstanding Construction awards since 1979.

Christos Papadimitriou *76 was named a fellow of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). Professor Papadimitriou earned his Ph.D. in electrical engineering and computer science. He is a professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of California at Berkeley.

Cato Laurencin '80, a professor of chemical engineering at Drexel University and a professor of orthopedic surgery at Hahnemann University, was named to the National Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Advisory Council. The council is a branch of the National Institute of Health, and its members advise the institutes on policy issues and make recommendations on research proposals. Dr. Laurencin was recently profiled in Black Enterprise magazine as one of the country's top physicians and received a lifetime achievement award from the National Medical Fellowships Inc., a New York foundation that provides financial assistance to minority medical students. Dr. Laurencin earned his B.S.E. in chemical engineering from Princeton and his Ph.D. in biochemical engineering and biotechnology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He graduated magna cum laude from Harvard Medical School.

Susan B. Davidson *80 *82 was named a fellow of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). Professor Davidson earned two master's degrees and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and computer science. She is an associate professor in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania.

Tiffany Trunko '87 was named senior trademark counsel at Pfizer Inc., a global research-based pharmaceutical company. Ms. Trunko has served as trademark lawyer in Pfizer's New York headquarters since 1998, with responsibility for securing and protecting some of the company's most well-known trademarks, including Viagra, Zoloft, and Norvasc. She received her B.S.E. in chemical engineering and a certificate from the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs.

David B. Shmoys '81 was named a fellow of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). He earned his B.S.E. in electrical engineering and computer science and is a professor in the Department of Operations Research and Industrial Engineering at Cornell University.

Jason Aughenbaugh '01 received a Tau Beta Pi Fellowship for graduate study, which he is using to study mechanical engineering at Georgia Tech. Jason received his B.S.E. in operations research and financial engineering. He worked at Mitre Corp. for one year following his graduation from Princeton.

Haskell joins trustees

Preston Haskell '60, founder and head of the Haskell Co., has been named to the Princeton University Board of Trustees. He previously served on the board from 1996 to 2000.

He is an avid collector of abstract art and has served on the advisory council to the Princeton University Art Museum. Mr. Haskell is a member of the SEAS Leadership Council and is active in educational and other public issues around Jacksonville, Fla.

In the fall of 2000, Mr. Haskell led a task force charged with studying voting problems, including a large number of rejected ballots in Jacksonville. He serves on the New Century Commission on Education, a project of the Duval County School Board, and his company participates in a program that pairs chief executive officers with principals of struggling Florida public schools.

Mr. Haskell earned his B.S.E. in civil engineering.

Winner of Draper Prize

Robert E. Kahn *64 received the Charles Stark Draper Prize from the National Academy of Engineering in recognition of his role in the independent development of the foundation of the Internet. The Draper Prize is one of the world's preeminent awards given for engineering achievement and honors engineers whose contributions have significantly impacted society by improving the quality of life, providing the ability to live freely and comfortably, or permitting access to information. Dr. Kahn, chairman, president, and chief executive officer of the Corporation for National Research Initiatives, also was named a fellow of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). He earned his Ph.D. in electrical engineering.

Infante named to security task force

Beatriz Infante '76, chair, president and chief executive officer of Aspect Communications Corp. in San José, Calif., was appointed to the Silicon Valley Blue Ribbon Task Force on Aviation Security and Technology. Ms. Infante will lead the task force's technology subcommittee, which will identify technologies that will be useful in improving security at San José's airport as well as at others across the nation. U.S. Congressman Mike Honda (D-San José) and San José Mayor Ron Gonzales established the task force to further contribute to homeland security efforts by enhancing aviation security in Silicon Valley through the application of technology. Ms. Infante has held numerous executive-level positions throughout her career in Silicon Valley. She holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and computer science from Princeton and a master's degree in computer engineering and computer science from the California Institute of Technology. She also serves on the Leadership Council of the School of Engineering and Applied Science.