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Together, the Sigma Xi community—including members, chapters, donors, affiliates, and partners—is making scientists, scientific research, and science policy stronger.

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How Science Should Affect Public Policy

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Interpreting science to address social needs is one of Sigma Xi’s most challenging functions, and our role in informing public policy, in particular, is growing. We aim to improve and go beyond the stereotypes of the science guru or the “horse whisperer” who speaks in special, interspecies language.

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Call for Grant Applications

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Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply to Sigma Xi’s Gants-in-Aid of Research (GIAR) program by March 15.

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Registration Now Open for the 2017 Student Research Showcase

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Sigma Xi’s Student Research Showcase is a unique opportunity for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students to develop their communication skills through multimedia.

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Sigma Xi Members Elected as AAAS Fellows

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The following is a list of Sigma Xi members who have been elected as 2016 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

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Professional and Student Researchers Gather in Atlanta

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The 2016 Sigma Xi Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference, held November 10–13 in Atlanta, Georgia, was an energizing gathering for Sigma Xi chapter leaders, teachers, science supporters, and students.

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Winners Named in the Student Research Conference

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Approximately 115 high school, undergraduate, and graduate students attended the 2016 Sigma Xi Student Research Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Learn who ranked as the top presenters as well as who won the Student's Choice Awards and Executive Director's Special Award.

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Vote in the Sigma Xi 2016 Elections

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All active Sigma Xi members are encouraged to vote in the Society’s 2016 elections. Voting takes place online and opens at 8 a.m. EST on November 14.

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What to See at the 2016 Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference

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Whether you attend in person or follow the meeting on social media using #SigmaXimtg, here are highlights you won’t want to miss.

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Sigma Xi Will Present First Gold Key Award at Annual Meeting

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Sigma Xi's first Gold Key Award will go to Norman Augustine. In his retirement, after serving as chairman and CEO of Lockheed Martin Corp., he is dedicated to two areas that could help create jobs and improve national security.

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Presidential Candidates Answer Key Science and Technology-based Questions

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Three of the four major candidates for United States president have responded to key questions about science, engineering, technology, health, and the environment. Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society is member of the coalition that provided the questions.

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A New Year for Some and End of Summer for All

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Sigma Xi Executive Director and CEO John Nemeth encourages members to partner with leaders in their area to support local research, and to recruit inductees and affiliates.

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Procter Prize Winner Pioneers Methods for Safer Air Travel

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The lives of those who travel by air are significantly more safe thanks to engineering research by Sigma Xi’s 2016 William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement winner Jan Achenbach of Northwestern University.

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McGovern Award Winner Supports Scientific Invention

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Sigma Xi’s 2016 John P. McGovern Award, given in large part to recognize a researcher’s impact on society, will go to an advocate for scientists getting their discoveries into the world.

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The Professionalization of Scientific Research

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Sigma Xi President Tee Guidotti describes how scientific research is morphing from its roots as a vocation to a profession, and raises the question of whether there is a need for a formal code of ethics for research.

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Sigma Xi’s New Initiative to Strengthen Research Outreach

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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society launches the Research Communications Initiative to help scientists and engineers enhance the impact of their research by broad dissemination.

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Sigma Xi Announces 2016 Award Winners

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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society is pleased to announce recipients of its 2016 prizes and awards.

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American Scientist Wins Three Excel Awards

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Sigma Xi won three awards for its magazine, American Scientist at Association Media & Publishing's 36th Annual EXCEL Awards Gala on June 27 in Washington, D.C.

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Sigma Xi Announces Inaugural Gold Key Award

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It is the greatest of honors and such a pleasure for me to announce the inaugural Sigma Xi Gold Key Award, Sigma Xi's highest accolade.

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Spring 2016 Grants-in-Aid of Research Awardees

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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society congratulates 124 undergraduate and graduate students who were selected to receive research funding from the spring 2016 cycle of its Grants-in-Aid of Research Program.

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Distinguished Lecturer Shares Research on Altruism

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Sigma Xi members and the public are invited to join American Scientist for an online discussion on June 28 with a Sigma Xi Distinguished Lecturer.

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Warning! Dangers Ahead for Science

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Tee Guidotti becomes the president of Sigma Xi on July 1, 2016. In his first president's letter, he answers the questions, "What are the most important scientific issues facing the world and the most important issues facing the scientific community." He also explains how Sigma Xi can make progress on these issues.

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Join Us in Atlanta

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Registration for Sigma Xi’s 2016 Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference is open through August 1. This year’s events will be held November 10–13 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

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The Critical Role of Sigma Xi Members

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Mark Peeples looks back on his year as Sigma Xi president and reflects on the value he sees now in the Society as well as the improvements he has seen in recent years. His presidency ends on June 30, 2016.

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Upcoming AAAS-PD and Sigma Xi Meeting in San Diego

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San Diego Chapter President George Seymour encourages members and the public to attend the AAAS–Pacific Division Annual Meeting June 14–17, 2016.

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Members Receive National Medals

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Four Sigma Xi members received the National Medal of Science and three members received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation during a White House ceremony on May 19.

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Sigma Xi Hosts Discussion on the Mental Health of Young Reseachers

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Please join Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society for a public discussion about the mental health of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.

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Sigma Xi Members Elected to National Academy of Sciences

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In 2016, 23 Sigma Xi members were elected as members or foreign associates to the National Academy of Sciences.

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Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference: Early Bird Deadline Saves 20%

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It is time to prepare for the Annual Meeting of Sigma Xi and the Student Research Conference! The Annual Meeting will be held at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia, November 10–13, 2016. Student events will be held November 11–13.

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Sigma Xi Awards Teamwork at Intel International Science and Engineering Fair

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Sigma Xi members selected teams at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair to receive $6,000 in total from the Society's Special Awards in Team Science.

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2016 Student Research Showcase Results

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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society brought together students and professional researchers online last month for its 4th annual Student Research Showcase. In 2016, approximately 40 high school, undergraduate, and graduate students entered this science communication competition

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Do You Have a Question for the Presidential Candidates?

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Sigma Xi has been invited to join the 2016 ScienceDebate.org coalition to develop the top science, technology, health, and environmental questions that the candidates for president of the United States should be discussing. Please submit your question to the 2016 Presidential Science Forum.

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Early Bird Registration is Open for the Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference

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The 2016 Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference will be held November 10–13 in Atlanta, Georgia. You’re invited to Sigma Xi’s unique, multidisciplinary celebration of research.

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Sigma Xi Members to Receive Presidential Early Career Awards

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Ten Sigma Xi members will receive President Barack Obama's Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers.

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Earning Relevance

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To achieve its purpose and your needs, Sigma Xi needs your attention, ideas, and, most importantly, your active engagement.

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Announcement! Sigma Xi Partners with National Institutes of Health

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Sigma Xi and National Institutes of Health are sharing mutually beneficial information on what the two organizations are doing for science and scientists.

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Hang Out with Sigma Xi's Distinguished Lecturers

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Sigma Xi’s Distinguished Lecturers are sharing their research in public Google Hangouts. Please join us and bring your questions.

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George Carruthers Receives Innovation Award

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In 1972, George Carruthers’ far ultraviolet camera spectrograph was sent to the moon with the Apollo 16 mission. This device allowed us to take readings of, and understand, objects and elements in space that are unrecognizable to the naked eye.

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Student Research Showcase Returns in April

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Last year’s graduate division and undergraduate division top presenters share their experience and advice.

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Grants-in-Aid of Research Continues to Support Emerging Scientists

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Peter Harries, chair of the Committee on Grants-in-Aid of Research, discusses efforts to improve and strengthen the program.

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Sigma Xi Members Become AAAS Fellows

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Congratulations to 91 Sigma Xi members who have been elected in the 2015 class of Fellows for the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

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Sigma Xi President among New AAAS Fellows

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President Mark Peeples is one of the Sigma Xi members in the 2015 class of Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. A cornerstone of his career has been to investigate a virus that puts more infants in hospitals each year than any other cause.

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Sigma Xi Speaks: Your Voice on Science Issues

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Starting, as we are, a new year after a pretty tumultuous 2015 that included leadership changes and the relocation of the headquarters offices, I wanted to tell you how proud I have been to represent your interests to the board of directors, the scientific community, and the public.

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Sigma Xi Awards Research Grants to Early Career Scientists

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The wait is over for students hoping to hear if their research project would receive funding from Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society's Grants-in-Aid of Research program.

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New Group of Distinguished Lecturers Available for Chapter Visits

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For the 78th consecutive year, Sigma Xi presents its panel of Distinguished Lecturers.

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Annual Meeting Delivers a Punch

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Sigma Xi President Mark Peeples describes his experience at the Annual Meeting in Kansas City, Missouri.

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We're Hosting Online Q & A Science Sessions

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Sigma Xi members, chapters, and the public are getting together online for Q & A sessions about research.

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Sigma Xi Member Wins Nobel Prize

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Sigma Xi member Satoshi Omura was awarded one-fourth of the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

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Announcing the 2014–2015 Chapter Award Winners

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Sigma Xi has named the 2014–2015 winners of the Chapter of Excellence Awards and Chapter Program Awards as well as recognized the top 15 chapters that initiated the most new members.

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Election Results

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Sigma Xi members voted in a new president-elect, directors, associate directors, and members of the Committee on Nominations.

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American Scientist Authors Recognized for Best Math Writing

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American Scientist, Sigma Xi's century-old magazine that publishes popular articles written by scientists and engineers, is strongly represented in the latest annual collection of the best articles about math.

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Sigma Xi Awards Students for Research

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The following students were ranked the highest or as a runner-up in their research category during Sigma Xi's 2015 Student Research Conference.

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Scientists and Engineers Celebrate Research Accomplishments

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The 2015 Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference had members sharing research, supporting students, hearing from their award-winning peers, and attending career development workshops.

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From the President

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How do we ask a colleague to join Sigma Xi? It takes preparation.

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Get Updates from Kansas City

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If you aren’t attending Sigma Xi's Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference, you can follow both events on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using #SigmaXimtg.

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Dr. John Nemeth Named Interim Executive Director

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John C. Nemeth has been named interim executive director of Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society. He began his duties October 1, 2015 at the Society's administrative offices.

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NASA Needs You

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SciStarter would like Sigma Xi members to participate, or lead, a citizen science project in their local areas.

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A Better Bug Cleanse

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Renowned entomologist and National Medal of Science Award winner Dr. May Berenbaum will be honored at Sigma Xi’s Annual Meeting with the Society’s John P. McGovern Award. Sigma Xi spoke with her about her research.

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Join Us in Kansas City!

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Registration is now open for Sigma Xi's Annual Meeting! Students are invited to present their work in the meeting's Student Research Conference.

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From the President: Share Your Chapter’s Success Stories

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Sigma Xi President Mark Peeples asks chapter members to send in a description of their most successful or unique program.

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New Leaders Take Office at Sigma Xi

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New leaders are taking the helm of Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society as fiscal year 2016 begins.

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Sigma Xi Moves to New Headquarters

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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society has moved its international headquarters within Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

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American Scientist Earns Two EXCEL Awards

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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society’s magazine American Scientist recently garnered more recognition as a leader in the publishing industry. The magazine was honored with two Silver Awards at the 35th Annual EXCEL Awards Gala held June 15 in Washington, D.C.

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Kansas City, Here We Come

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We had such a great time at the 2014 Sigma Xi Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference that we’ve moved up our 2015 meeting dates so we can see you sooner! This year's Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference will be held October 22-25 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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President's Letter: Sigma Xi on the Rise

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Greetings from your new president! I am proud to be taking the helm July 1 of our great organization at a time when we have so many opportunities.

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Sigma Xi's 2015 Young Investigator Award Winner Explains Her Work on Climate Change Indicators

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On May 14, 2015, Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society hosted a live and public Google Hangout with its 2015 Young Investigator Award Winner, Dr. Melissa A. Kenny. A recording of the Google Hangout and a transcript are on Kenney' award page.

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Sigma Xi Members Elected to the National Academy of Sciences

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Congratulations to the 13 Sigma Xi members who were elected this year to the National Academy of Sciences.

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American Scientist Earns Two 2015 Apex Awards of Excellence

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American Scientist built on its reputation as a high-quality magazine in this year’s APEX Awards for Publication Excellence. The magazine of Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society collected two Awards of Excellence in the international communications contest.

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Sigma Xi Awards $6,000 to Students at Intel International Science and Engineering Fair

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More than 20 Sigma Xi members volunteered to review 286 team projects May 12-13 to find the best demonstrations of interdisciplinary research and team science at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair.

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Young Investigator Award Goes to Environmental Decision Analyst

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Sigma Xi’s 2015 national Young Investigator Award will be given to Dr. Melissa A. Kenney of the University of Maryland. Dr. Kenney's research broadly addresses how to integrate both uncertain scientific knowledge and societal values into decision-making.

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Eckerd College Chapter Inducts New Members on Eve of Food Conference

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The Sigma Xi Eckerd College Chapter inducted 10 new members on April 23. Seven out of the 10 are women.

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