Established in 1997, Carnegie Science Awards have honored the accomplishments of more than 600 scientists, technologists, educators, business leaders, and organizations who are making a difference in Pittsburgh and beyond. Winners are chosen by a committee of peers—both past awardees and industry leaders—who selected the most deserving innovators whose contributions have led to significant economic or societal benefit in western Pennsylvania.
Congratulations to the 2021 Carnegie Science Award recipients!
Chairman’s Award
Paul Duprex, PhD, and the University of Pittsburgh Center for Vaccine Research
Presented by Eaton
Most Inspiring Educator
Anna Blake, Elizabeth Forward School and Melissa Unger, South Fayette School District
Presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Best Interdisciplinary Approach to STEM Education
Jessica Hammer, PhD, Carnegie Mellon University
Presented by FedEx
Exemplary Educational/Corporate Collaboration
Kennametal & Binky Sargent
Presented by Duquesne Light Co.
Champion for Sustainability
Richard V. Piacentini and Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Presented by Eaton
Champion for STEM Equity
D2MD – Design to Make a Difference
Presented by PPG
Innovation
Samarjit Das, PhD, Bosch Research + Technology Center
Presented by Braskem USA
Corporate Leadership
PPG
Presented by Kennametal Inc.
Junior Division Student
Nolan Althof, Queen of Angels School
Presented by ALCOSAN
Intermediate Division Student
Mason Roberts, The Campus School at Carlow University
Presented by NOVA Chemicals
Senior Division Student
Walter Vinoski, Yough Senior High School
Presented by Carnegie Mellon University
Honorable Mentions:
Champion for STEM Equity – Matt’s Maker Space and New Castle Area School District
Innovation – McGowan Institute
Champion for Sustainability – Mary Ellen Ramage, CONNECT
Corporate Leadership – David Holmberg, Highmark/Allegheny Health Network