The Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers: Recipient Details
Sylvia Ferrari
Affidivation:
Duke University
NSF Directorate:
ENG
Gender:
F
Award Year:
2005
Citation:
For applying advanced neural concepts to the design of intelligent controllers that can adapt quickly and reduce crashes in damaged civilian and military aircraft. She has become a leader in the new field of adaptive dynamic programming, which provides general-purpose methods for managing and designing complex systems of all kinds, as well as insight into how the brain works. Her education activities include developing exciting hands-on experiences for K-12 students, creating a new pipeline to educate and advance a diverse base of talented youth.