The Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Department would like to congratulate Dr. Cato Laurencin on being elected to the European Academy of Sciences (EURASC)! This prestigious academy has recognized Dr. Laurencin for his visionary and pioneering work in the field of regenerative engineering where his breakthrough achievements have resulted in transformative advances in improving human life.

EURASC is an independent organization comprised of the world’s leading scholars and engineers at the forefront of research. Founded in 2003, its major objective is establishing efficient collaboration among scientists, researchers, educators, engineers, and leaders across to globe to develop policy for solving critical science and technology problems.

Membership is highly selective. New members are peer nominated and the vast majority are from European nations, though there is a small fraction of Americans. Honorary members include dozens of Nobel Prize and Fields Medal recipients, among other honors.

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