Bill Cresko Receives Fund for Faculty Excellence Award
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Bill Cresko has received the Fund for Faculty Excellence Award from the University of Oregon, recognizing his outstanding contributions to research, teaching, and service.
About the Award
The Fund for Faculty Excellence Award recognizes faculty members who have made exceptional contributions to the university’s mission. This honor reflects Bill’s impact across multiple domains of academic life.
Research Excellence
Bill’s research contributions include:
- Pioneering work in evolutionary genomics
- Development of RAD-seq technology
- Establishing stickleback as a model for evolutionary genetics
- Major publications in leading journals
- Securing significant NIH and NSF funding
Teaching and Mentoring
Bill’s educational impact includes:
- Training numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers
- Developing innovative course curricula
- International workshop instruction
- Public science communication
- Supporting undergraduate research
Service and Leadership
Bill’s service contributions include:
- Building interdisciplinary research programs
- Developing genomics infrastructure at UO
- Contributing to national scientific organizations
- Fostering collaborative research networks
Lab Response
This recognition reflects not just Bill’s individual achievements, but the collective efforts of all Cresko Lab members past and present who have contributed to our research program.
We are grateful to the University of Oregon for this recognition and remain committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service.