UCSB — The Current — ‘Leah Stokes receives the prestigious Schneider Award for Outstanding Science Communication’ and more news, events
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The associate professor, an expert in energy, climate and environmental politics, was recognized for her exceptional contributions and public engagement.
With a coastal location and unique microclimate providing natural defenses against wildfires, the university also has emergency protocols and infrastructure in place to address potential threats.
One of only 11 people to receive the award, the materials scientist will receive up to $3 million over five years to pursue his proposal, an outgrowth of work he has been pursuing for some 15 years.
University Carillonist Wesley Arai and student Junrui Liu present a recital from Storke Tower, playing solo works and duets, original works for carillon and arrangements of well-known classical and popular tunes.
