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April 22, 2025 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM ET

The University Club of New York | One West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019

Reception: 6:00 PM
Program & Dinner: 7:00 PM
Dress Code: Business / Festive Attire

Join us for an unforgettable evening of innovation and discovery at our Spring Soirée, hosted by Academy President and CEO, Nicholas Dirks.   

Together, we will celebrate the exceptional achievements of accomplished figures who have expanded the frontiers of knowledge and are shaping the future of science.  

• Inaugural Visionary Award to Albert Bourla, Chairman and CEO, Pfizer 
• Inaugural Trailblazer Award to Yann LeCun, VP and Chief AI Scientist, Meta 
• Communicating Science Award to Janet Tobias, Healthcare media executive, Emmy Award-winning director and producer 

We will also honor the accomplishments of New York City(?) STEM Teacher, Mentor, and five Emerging Student Researchers of the Year as well as outstanding contributions among our Board of Governors.

The Soirée promises to be an inspiring evening, filled with engaging conversations and captivating stories of scientific triumph. This event will offer a wonderful opportunity for you to network with 350+ scientific leaders from 55+ companies, 30+ universities and research institutes, and 20+ philanthropic organizations.

Honorees

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