Jackson State University Receives National Academy of Inventors' Founders Award: A Notable First for HBCUs and Mississippi
Jackson State University Receives National Academy of Inventors' Founders Award: A Notable First for HBCUs and Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss., July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jackson State University (JSU) proudly announces its historic recognition as the recipient of the prestigious Founders Award from the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This achievement makes JSU the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) and the first institution in Mississippi to be honored.
傑克遜州,2024年7月24日 /美通社/-- 傑克遜州立大學(JSU) 自豪地宣佈,獲得國家發明家學院(NAI)的最高創始人獎,這使得JSU成爲了第一個獲得該獎項的黑人歷史大學和大學,也是密西西比州的第一家受到表彰的機構。國家發明家學院(NAI)授予創始人獎,以表彰那些對NAI成功作出了顯著貢獻的機構,促進了其影響力、推動了獲得獲取權以及多樣性,展示了創新和發明的承諾。JSU成爲第一個獲得國家發明家學院(NAI)最高創始人獎項的黑人歷史大學和大學之一,也是密西西比州第一個受表彰的機構。
The Founder's Award is presented to institutions significantly contributing to NAI's success by enhancing its reach, promoting access and diversity, and demonstrating a commitment to innovation and invention.
創始人獎頒發給對NAI產生重要貢獻的機構,以提高其影響力,促進獲取與多樣性,並展示創新和發明方面的承諾。
JSU the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) and the first Mississippi institution honored.
JSU成爲第一個獲得國家發明家學院最高創始人獎的黑人歷史大學和大學,也是密西西比州第一個受到表彰的機構。
"This award is a testament to the impactful research and innovation of our faculty, staff, and students. Being the first HBCU and the first institution in Mississippi to receive this honor highlights JSU's leadership in invention and ingenuity," said President Dr. Marcus L. Thompson. "This recognition further underscores our dedication to academic excellence, economic development, and societal progress. It is a significant milestone not just for JSU, but for all Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and the state of Mississippi."
JSU校長馬庫斯·L·湯普森博士表示:“該獎項證明了我們的教職員工和學生對重要研究和創新的影響力。成爲第一個獲得這個榮譽的黑人歷史學院和大學以及密西西比州的首個機構,JSU在發明和創新方面具有領導地位。這一認可進一步強調了我們對學術卓越、經濟發展和社會進步的承諾。這對JSU來說是一個重要的里程碑,也是黑人歷史學院和大學以及密西西比州的一個重要里程碑和突破。”
Jackson State's journey with NAI began as a charter member in February 2011. The university's dedication to innovation has been consistently recognized, with multiple faculty members inducted as NAI fellows. Dr. Ernest Izevbigie was the first, inducted in 2012 during the inaugural conference in Tampa, Florida.
傑克遜州立大學從2011年2月開始成爲NAI的會員。該大學對創新的專注度一直受到認可,並有多位教師成爲NAI學者。Ernest Izevbigie博士在2012年首屆會議中成爲第一位入選NAI的成員。他當時獲得了兩項專利,包括一項在尼日利亞研發的苦葉艾菊。他的研究導致了由JSU發起的EdoBotanics公司的成立,該公司銷售能夠增強免疫系統和增強化療和放射治療副作用的膳食補充劑。尼日利亞政府批准了該公司在該國製造和銷售膳食膠囊。Ernest Izevbigie博士是在2012年首屆會議中入選NAI的第一位成員。
At that time, Izevbigie had earned two patents, including one for a Nigerian herbal shrub formula he created called Veronica amygdalina, or bitter leaf. His research led to the formation of the JSU-initiated company EdoBotanics, which sells dietary supplements to boost the immune system and help with the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. The government of Nigeria gave the company its approval to manufacture and sell the dietary capsules in the country.
當時Izevbigie擁有兩項專利,其中包括Nigerian herbal shrub formula成分的開發。他的研究啓發成立了JSU公司 EdoBotanics,銷售針對免疫系統增強和化療放射治療輔助的膳食營養劑。尼日利亞政府批准了該公司在國內生產和銷售該膳食膠囊。
"JSU's membership in the National Academy of Inventors has been pivotal in fostering innovation and research translation among JSU faculty, empowering them to transform ideas into solutions for societal impact. We are excited to have received the Founders Award and will continue to engage with NAI and similar organizations to promote the inventions of our faculty," said Dr. Almesha Campbell, Assistant Vice President of JSU's Division of Research and Economic Development.
傑克遜州立大學加入國家發明家學院是培養Eed小組新人、加速研究創新的重要推手,場合也爲faculty獲得轉化他們的想法和解決方案的權利,從而使別具社會影響力的事項獲得展現。JSU研究與經濟發展部助理副總裁Almesha Campbell博士表示:“JSU成爲國家發明家學院的一員,對促進JSU教師的創新和研究能力的發展至關重要,使他們能夠將想法轉化爲針對社會的解決方案。我們很高興地獲得創始人獎,將繼續積極參與NAI和類似組織,促進JSU教師的發明創造。”
Dr. Kamal Ali, a professor of electrical and computer engineering, was inducted in 2017 for making vital contributions to the invention of Hardware in the Loop Simulator for autopilots.
電氣和計算機工程教授卡馬爾·艾利(Kamal Ali)博士於2017年被授予入選榮譽,他對自動駕駛的硬件環路模擬器的發明做出了重要貢獻。是電氣和計算機工程教授,在2017年因爲對自駕式飛行器硬件環路模擬器的發明做出重要貢獻而入選。
In 2019, Dr. Danuta Leszczynska was inducted after earning a 2018 medical patent on technology to eliminate inflammation and infection in patients whose artificial implants become brittle and start chipping. The inventions of these faculty members have significantly impacted quality of life, economic development and societal welfare.
在2019年,丹尼塔·萊茨茲尼茲博士因創造出可以消除人工植入物發炎和感染的技術專利贏得榮譽。這些教員的發明創造顯着影響了生活質量、經濟發展和社會福利。一位醫生專門研究的領域是計算機半導體技術。她獲得2018年醫療使用技術專利,消除了人體植入物變得脆弱並開始剝落的炎症和感染。這些教師的發明創造對生活質量、經濟發展和社會福利產生了重要影響。
Dr. Felix Okojie further elevated JSU's role in NAI by serving on the Board of Directors from 2013-2014, reinforcing the university's commitment to the organization.
博士Felix Okojie從2013年到2014年加入董事會,進一步提高了JSU在NAI中的作用,加強了大學對該組織的承諾。
Campbell, who accepted the award on behalf of the university, has been engaged with NAI since 2011 and was inducted as an honorary member in 2022. JSU Innovation Program Manager Latane Brackett also received the designation in 2023 for his significant contributions to the innovation ecosystem.
Campbell代表大學領取了該獎項,自2011年以來一直參與NAI並在2022年被正式任命爲名譽會員。JSU創新計劃經理Latane Brackett也於2023年因其對創新生態系統的重大貢獻而獲得了該稱號。
As one of the NAI's Charter Member Institutions, Jackson State University has been an unwavering champion of the academy, playing an integral role in supporting its mission since the NAI's inception.
作爲NAI的特約成員機構之一,傑克遜州立大學自NAI成立以來一直是該學院的堅定擁護者,發揮着支持其使命的重要作用。
About Jackson State University
關於傑克遜州立大學
Jackson State University, founded in 1877, is a historically black, high research activity university located in Jackson, the capital city of Mississippi. Jackson State's nurturing academic environment challenges individuals to change lives through teaching, research and service. Officially designated as Mississippi's Urban University, Jackson State continues to enhance the state, nation and world through comprehensive economic development, healthcare, technological and educational initiatives. The only public university in metropolitan Jackson, Jackson State is located near downtown, with four satellite locations throughout the area. For more information, visit .
傑克遜州立大學創建於1877年,是位於密西西比州首府傑克遜市的一所歷史悠久、高研究活動的黑人大學。傑克遜州立大學提供有益的學術環境,通過教學、研究和服務挑戰個人,改變生活。作爲官方指定的密西西比州城市大學,傑克遜州立大學通過全面的經濟、醫療保健、技術和教育倡議,不斷提高該州、國家和世界的水平。傑克遜州立大學是傑克遜都市區唯一的公立大學,位於市中心附近,在該地區有四個衛星位置。欲了解更多信息,請訪問.
About the National Academy of Inventors
關於國家發明家學院
The National Academy of Inventors is a member organization comprising U.S. and international universities, and governmental and non-profit research institutes, with over 4,000 individual inventor members and Fellows spanning more than 250 institutions worldwide. It was founded to recognize and encourage inventors with patents issued from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, enhance the visibility of academic technology and innovation, encourage the disclosure of intellectual property, educate and mentor innovative students, and translate the inventions of its members to benefit society.
國家發明家學院是一個包括美國和國際大學、政府和非營利研究機構的會員組織,在全球250多個機構中擁有4000多名個人發明家會員和院士。它成立的目的是認可和鼓勵通過美國專利和商標局頒發的專利的發明家,增強學術技術和創新的可見性,鼓勵知識產權的披露,教育和指導具有創新精神的學生,並將其成員的發明轉化爲造福社會的實際應用。
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