Bernard Arulanandam, Jane and Roland Blumberg Professor in bioscience at UTSA and the university’s interim vice president for research, economic development, and knowledge enterprise, has been named a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). Dr. Arulanandam is also a professor in the Joint Biomedical Engineering Ph.D. program.

The honor recognizes Arulanandam for demonstrating a prolific spirit of innovation in creating and facilitating outstanding inventions that have made a tangible impact on quality of life, economic development and the welfare of society.

As Interim Vice President for Research, Economic Development, and Knowledge Enterprise, Arulanandam is leading the growth and advancement of UTSA as a research intensive university, as identified by the National Research University Fund (NRUF) and Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. He has also made significant contributions in the field of microbiology as a researcher and faculty member.

“Bernard’s work to combat the threats of infectious diseases is tremendous; his research is truly making our world a better place,” said UTSA President Taylor Eighmy. “This honor is so well deserved, and yet another indicator of the caliber of our research enterprise here at UTSA. As a fellow member of NAI, I am especially gratified to see Bernard be recognized, and am appreciative of his leadership at our institution.”

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