Rigoberto Advincula, professor of macromolecular science and engineering, was elected to the World Economic Forum’s Council for the Future of Advanced Materials last fall.
He will serve a two-year term as a member of the council, which maps out the worldwide impact of advances in science and technology and involves creation of policies and position papers for world leaders.
Membership in the council is prestigious and represents technology leaders in academia, major research corporations, and research and development centers.