Mostafa A.
El-Sayed
Julius Brown Chair and Regents Professor
Georgia Institute of Technology
2007
Chemistry & Materials
For his seminal contributions to our understanding of the electronic and optical properties of nano-materials and to their applications in nano-catalysis and nano-medicine; his humanitarian efforts in promoting the exchange of ideas; and his role in developing the scientific leadership of tomorrow.
Presented by President George W. Bush in the East Room of the White House on September 29, 2008.