Dr. Bill Cresko Elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Bill Cresko has been elected as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)!
This prestigious honor recognizes Bill’s distinguished contributions to evolutionary biology, genomics, and science education. Election as an AAAS Fellow is among the highest honors in American science, acknowledging scientists whose efforts have advanced science or its applications in distinguished ways.
About AAAS Fellowship
Fellowship in the AAAS, the world’s largest general scientific society, is awarded to members who have: - Made scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science - Demonstrated leadership in their field - Contributed to science education and public engagement - Advanced the goals of science in service to society
Bill’s Contributions
Dr. Cresko was recognized for his: - Pioneering work in evolutionary genomics - Development of RAD-seq methodologies for population genomics - Leadership in threespine stickleback as a model system - Mentorship of numerous successful scientists - Commitment to science education and outreach
Research Impact
Bill’s research has transformed our understanding of: - Rapid evolution in natural populations - Genomic architecture of adaptation - Parallel evolution at genomic scales - Population genomics methodology
Educational Leadership
Beyond research, Bill has demonstrated excellence in: - Graduate and undergraduate education - Curriculum development in genomics - Public science communication - Fostering diversity in STEM fields
A Distinguished Career
This fellowship adds to Bill’s growing list of honors and recognitions, cementing his status as a leader in evolutionary biology and genomics.
Institutional Pride
Bill’s election brings honor to: - The University of Oregon - The Department of Biology - The Institute of Ecology and Evolution - The Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact
Looking Forward
This recognition energizes the lab’s continued efforts to: - Push the boundaries of evolutionary genomics - Train the next generation of scientists - Contribute to pressing environmental challenges - Advance scientific understanding through collaboration
Please join us in congratulating Bill on this exceptional achievement!