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Meredith Schmehl CV

Postdoctoral Associate
Neurobiology
311 Research Drive, Durham, NC 27710
CV

Awards & Honors


Forever Duke Student Leadership Award

University Duke University · April 25, 2024 I was recognized by Duke University for leadership and impact on the Duke community, including science advocacy, communication, and policy work.

Tartans on the Rise Impact Award List

University Carnegie Mellon University · March 12, 2024 In March 2024, I was recognized by Carnegie Mellon University as one of 30 "Tartans on the Rise," a program that recognizes graduates of the last decade for their personal and professional accomplishments and record of innovation, leadership, impact, and career achievements. More about this award

40 Under 40 Leadership Award List

State Triangle Business Journal · July 2020 I received recognition as one of 40 people under 40 years old in the Research Triangle area who have contributed to their workplaces and their communities. This award recognizes my accomplishments and leadership in science communication, policy, and advocacy activities. More about this award

Richard Merritt Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence in Science Communications

University Duke University Pratt School of Engineering · April 2020 I received an award in recognition of an outstanding piece of media to explain a scientific finding to a lay audience. Piece: https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/observations/which-weighs-more-a-pound-of-stone-or-a-pound-of-styrofoam/ More about this award

Dr. Lois E. Frazier Scholarship for Leadership, Advocacy, and Academic Achievement

University Business and Professional Women of the Triangle · April 2019 I was selected from over 100 applicants to receive a merit scholarship based on my academic achievement, leadership in my field, and advocacy for women and other underrepresented groups throughout my career. More about this award

National Outstanding Member of the Year

National Nu Rho Psi Neuroscience Honor Society · September 2018 I received recognition as the 2018 Outstanding Nu Rho Psi Member of the Year for my leadership and service as president of the Theta in PA chapter of Nu Rho Psi, representing "significant contributions to the field of neuroscience" including "leadership and service efforts in outreach, education, and public policy." More about this award

Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society for Academic Excellence

Scholarly Society Carnegie Mellon University · March 2018 Top 10% of my graduating class

Mortar Board National Honor Society for Scholarship, Leadership, and Service

Scholarly Society Carnegie Mellon University · February 2017

Nu Rho Psi National Honor Society for Neuroscience

Scholarly Society Carnegie Mellon University · October 2016 I founded the Carnegie Mellon chapter of Nu Rho Psi, the national neuroscience honor society, and served as the chapter's President for two years. In my role as President, I coordinated and facilitated over 35 annual hours of educational outreach events, charity fundraisers, social activities, and professional development workshops on the CMU campus and in the surrounding community, promoting awareness of neuroscience-based careers and health issues. More about this award

Psi Chi International Honor Society for Psychology

Scholarly Society Carnegie Mellon University · October 2016

Lambda Sigma National Honor Society for Leadership, Scholarship, Fellowship, and Service

Scholarly Society Carnegie Mellon University · March 2015