Susan Braunhut of the Biological Sciences Department has been named UMass Lowell’s University Professor in recognition of her esteemed teaching, research and service to the University.
Among her numerous accomplishments, Braunhut was recognized for her work with colleagues in developing techniques to detect cancers, and therapies to combat them. Their research also includes studying factors that control wound healing, which led to the development of the “smart” bandage. It is this research that led to her current work on the regeneration of limbs in mammals, a process that only a short time ago was thought to be impossible.
“I am greatly honored to receive the designation of University Professor,” says Braunhut. “It is a lifetime achievement and it has very personal significance for me. When I was a young graduate student at Columbia University in New York City, one of my key mentors, Dr. Sol Spiegelman, received the University Professorship. I remember thinking at that time how I aspired to be like him and what a great scientist, teacher, humanitarian and intellectual he was. Being awarded this appointment links me in a way to one of my greatest advocates and mentors.”
“The title of ‘University Professor’ is the most esteemed title bestowed on faculty at UMass Lowell,” says Vice Provost for Graduate Education Don Pierson. “The honor recognizes an individual who, over a period of years, has consistently demonstrated exemplary teaching, nationally significant research, and extraordinary service to the University community.”
The University Professor is nominated by members of the faculty. The professorship runs from September 2008 through August 2011. As part of the designation, he or she receives an annual salary supplement of $10,000 and one course reduction for each semester. The designee also delivers a University-wide lecture during each year of the appointment.
“I am grateful to Chancellor Meehan and the selection committee for supporting my nomination,” says the Wellesley resident. “I would also like to thank Prof. Mark Hines, my students, research staff and scientists, my scientific collaborators, and my family, for supporting my work at UMass Lowell and keeping it so exciting and rewarding.”
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