Duke Mathematician Awarded National Medal of Science
2025-01-11
Ingrid Daubechies, James B. Duke Distinguished Professor Emerita of Mathematics at Duke University, has been awarded the 2025 National Medal of Science, the nation's highest honor for scientists and engineers. Her groundbreaking work in signal processing, particularly her contributions to wavelet theory, underpins much of today's image processing technology. Daubechies' research transcends disciplinary boundaries, impacting fields from art restoration to evolutionary biology. A tireless advocate for women in STEM, her award celebrates a remarkable career marked by innovation and impact.