Contributors to the Fields of Science and Medicine
Hamilton
recognizes the importance of science and has awarded honorary degrees
to the following recent contributors to the fields of science and
medicine.
Edward C. Taylor '46, Sc.D. '69, retired from Princeton University
as the A. Barton Hepburn Professor of Organic Chemistry, is
internationally known for his research on heterocyclic chemistry. In
recent years he has conducted breakthrough research on compounds for
cancer treatment chemotherapy.
William T. Golden, LL.D. '87,
as a special consultant to President Truman, contributed to the
advancement of science by advocating for the establishment of the post
of presidential science advisor. He also helped inspire the creation
and development of the National Science Foundation, which continues to
be a vital source of support for basic scientific research.
Jack E. Oliver, Sc.D. '88, former president of the Geological
Society of America, has been among the pioneers in testing the theory
of plate tectonics, and his observations have contributed to ushering a
new era in earth studies. In addition, he has been on the forefront of
studies in deep continental structure - revolutionizing the scientific
view of the boundary between the Earth's crust and the underlying
mantle.
Henry B. Betts, Sc.D. '92, a specialist in the
field of physical rehabilitation, as medical director of the
internationally renowned Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, he became
a leading advocate for the disabled and efforts to assure them a place
in mainstream daily life. In addition to his pioneering work with the
institute, he has contributed to the advancement of education in
rehabilitation medicine.
John V. Byrne '51, LL.D. '94, a marine geologist and dean of the
School of Oceanography at Oregon State University, served with
distinction as head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration. He subsequently returned to Oregon State as its 15th
president.
John M. Driscoll, Jr. '58, D.H.L. '01, a
pediatrician and national leader in the field of neonatology, has
contributed to the advancement of treatment of the newborn in intensive
care. Under his leadership and direction, the neonatal intensive care
unit of Babies Hospital in Manhattan gained international recognition
for its innovative approaches.
Paul Greengard '48, Sc.D. '01,
has made groundbreaking discoveries providing a conceptual framework
for understanding how the human nervous system functions at the
molecular level, which has resulted in breakthroughs in knowledge and
treatment of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, as well as
schizophrenia and depression. For his contributions to advancements in
neuroscience, Dr. Greengard was awarded a Nobel Prize in 2000.
