The prize is awarded for outstanding accomplishment to a scientist in the early to mid-career stage who has already made a significant contribution to the field of computational biology.

For her work on photonic inverse design and quantum photonics.

The award is given to individuals who made outstanding contributions to the state of the art in electronic design, automation and testing of electronic systems in their life.

The award recognizes her exceptional commitment and dedication.

Cited for his fundamental contributions to high-performance switches and routers and to software defined networking and for transferring these contributions into widespread practice.

The award recognizes academics whose contributions have had a major impact on the robotics and/or automation fields.

His citation reads, 'For fundamental scientific and engineering research contributions spanning multiple areas, including optics in digital systems, fundamentals of optics and waves, and complex and controllable photonic circuits.’

His citation reads, 'For sustained contributions to magnetic nanotechnology, biosensors, and spintronics, and for bridging magnetics and biomedicine communities.'

The award acknowledges contributions to scientific leadership, public education, and community outreach.

She received the Nation’s highest civilian honor for her exemplary contributions.