Natalie Stingelin, MSE Chair, has been elected as a Fellow of the American Physical Society (APS), one of the highest honors in the physics community.

Stingelin was cited by APS “for exceptional contributions to materials physics, leading to understanding of the electronic properties of functional and organic semiconducting materials through studies of their phase behavior and solidification pathways.” Her research spans organic functional materials, bioelectronics, and advanced optical systems.

“I am honored to be elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society. It reflects the impact that our work has had on advancing new smart plastics that could reduce the need for air conditioning in cars, improve the energy efficiency of buildings, and assist with the circularity of packaging,” Stingelin said. “This award would not have been possible without the contributions of my students, my colleagues, friends and collaborators here at Georgia Tech, the U.S.A., and globally.”

The APS Fellowship Program was established in 1921. It honors members who have made significant advances in physics through original research, innovative applications, impactful teaching, or dedicated service to the physics community. Each year, no more than 0.5% of APS members are elected to Fellowship status, making it a highly selective and meaningful accolade.