Dan Nettleton, Department Chair, Distinguished Professor, and Laurence H. Baker Chair in Biological Statistics, has been named to the 2024 class of Fellows by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
The AAAS Fellow distinction is a lifetime honor recognizing scientists, engineers, and innovators for their extraordinary achievements across disciplines, including research, teaching, technology, and service to the scientific community. Fellows are nominated based on their contributions to advancing science, its applications, and public understanding, and they must have been continuous members of AAAS for at least four years before nomination. This award highlights individuals whose work significantly impacts both their field and society.
Nettleton was recognized for his outstanding research in statistical science, with a focus on the design and analysis of high-dimensional biological datasets. His recent work on quantifying uncertainty in machine learning predictions has had a transformative impact on applications in the life sciences.
The honor is also a testament to Nettleton’s distinguished leadership in the statistical profession and his continued contributions to biological statistics, further advancing research and education in the Department of Statistics at Iowa State University.
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