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Wolf B. Frommer elected to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences

We are delighted to announce that Wolf B. Frommer, Scientific Leader of the Healthy Crops project, has been elected as a member of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) in the United States. Election to the NAS is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a scientist, recognizing distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.

Wolf B. Frommer is honored during the U.S. National Academy of Sciences ceremony. A slide in the background shows his name, affiliation with Heinrich Heine University of Düsseldorf, and a photo of him examining plants in a greenhouse. Three people are present on stage, surrounded by plants and banners with scientific motifs. Zoom

Wolf B. Frommer is recognized at the U.S. National Academy of Sciences induction ceremony.

This recognition highlights Wolf’s exceptional contributions to the field of plant sciences and their impact on agricultural innovation worldwide. Wolf’s research has significantly advanced our understanding of plant-pathogen interactions and has led to the development of novel strategies for enhancing crop resilience and productivity.

At Healthy Crops, we are proud to benefit from Wolf’s visionary leadership, scientific excellence, and dedication to translating research into sustainable solutions for global food security. His election to the NAS is not only a personal achievement but also a testament to the international importance of the work being conducted within the Healthy Crops consortium.

We extend our sincere congratulations to Wolf on this outstanding accomplishment.

For a more detailed profile on Wolf you can click here to access his CV.

Autor/in: Marcel Buchholzer
Wolf B. Frommer signs the official membership book during the National Academy of Sciences induction ceremony, surrounded by plants and onlookers. Zoom

Wolf B. Frommer signing the official registry during his induction into the U.S. National Academy of Sciences.