The Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers: Recipient Details
Karen Burg
Affidivation:
Clemson University
NSF Directorate:
ENG
Gender:
F
Award Year:
2001
Citation:
For establishing a nationally recognized and innovative research program in breast tissue engineering for cancer patients, with the potential for widespread medical uses in areas such as liver repair, cartilage replacement and other conditions. Burg's K-12 educational awareness programs and outreach activities in bioengineering promote critical thinking in this growing field.