Considered one of the top researchers in the world in experimental plasma diagnostics and plasma-surface interactions, Vincent Donnelly was elevated to NAI Fellow for his research which has contributed tremendously to understanding complex plasma systems used in the making of microchips. Earlier this year, he also won the Will Allis Prize.
A legend in her field, Christine Ehlig-Economides was the first woman in the United States to earn a doctorate degree in petroleum engineering. She was elevated to NAI fellow for her creative research leading to innovative solutions in the energy and industrial fields.
