Mario Peraza Appointed to Lead Alumni Engagement Efforts
Following a national search, Mario Peraza has been named assistant vice president for alumni relations and chief executive officer of the Caltech Alumni Association, effective June 12, 2024.
AI+Science Conference Receives Funding to Expand across the Next Three Years
Continuing a collaboration catalyzed by generous support from the Margot and Tom Pritzker Foundation, Caltech and the University of Chicago will advance the integration of AI into scientific research and development.
John Stauffer Charitable Trust Establishes Caltech Chemistry Professorship
Credit: Courtesy of Theodor Agapie
Theodor Agapie is the inaugural holder of the new John Stauffer Professorship in Chemistry, which is funded by a generous $4 million donation from the John Stauffer Charitable Trust.
Ronald and Maxine Linde Support Center for Science, Society, and Policy
In recognition of the Lindes' vision and generosity, the center will be renamed The Ronald and Maxine Linde Center for Science, Society, and Policy (LCSSP).
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