Dr. Sander Markx, a 2000 Fulbrighter from the Netherlands and current Director of Precision Psychiatry at Columbia University, was featured in the Washington Post for leading a dramatic medical discovery of a link between psychiatric illness and autoimmune disorders, which has the potential to transform care.
Fourteen Fulbright Alumni — mid-career scholars, writers, artists, and scientists — were recognized for their scholarship, creative ability, and potential to make an impact in their respective field.
Scholars will investigate the Amazon region’s most pressing challenges to inform public policy.
The international, multi-disciplinary collaboration of scholars on Arctic research concluded its third program cycle with a series of events in Washington, D.C.
Ben Vinson III, PhD, an accomplished higher education leader; historian of the African diaspora with a focus on Blacks in Latin America; and the provost, executive vice president, and Hiram C. Haydn professor of history at Case Western Reserve University, has been named the 18th President of Howard University.
From April 24-28 Fulbright Arctic Initiative scholars from all eight Arctic nations will meet with other Arctic experts and government officials in Washington, D.C. to present their research and policy recommendations.
Saros will study newly formed glacially fed lakes near the Jostedal Glacier and above the Arctic Circle with Western Norway University of Applied Sciences and connect the UMaine Arctic Research Forum with students in Norway.
Maryse Condé studied Caribbean literature and culture in 1985 as a Fulbright Scholar from France with roots in Guadalupe. Now in her 80s, she has written more than 20 books exploring the African diaspora, centered on Caribbean history.
A leader in the national community of Minority Serving Institutions, Sasaki brings a wealth of community college experience and expertise in international education administration to the diverse S.F-Bay Area Ohlone Community College District.
Colleges and universities new to the list show Fulbright’s dedication to inclusive growth and institutional diversity and its impact on communities across the United States. Their U.S. Students and Scholars highlight the breadth of experiences that Fulbright supports.