7 October 2009
Susan Solomon, senior scientist in the CSD, travels to Seneca Falls, New York, this weekend to be inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame. Events take place October 10-11 for Susan and nine other women who join the ranks of the institute.
Susan's achievements in research on climate and the ozone layer, along with her leadership of Working Group I of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, propel her selection for the honor.
Background: The National Women's Hall of Fame was founded in 1969 to honor outstanding women and their contributions to the arts, athletics, business, education, government, humanities, philanthropy and science. It is the oldest national institution dedicated to recognizing and honoring in perpetuity the significant achievements of individual American women. With this year's induction of 10 new members, its ranks now number 236. Located in historic Seneca Falls, the site of the first Women's Rights Convention in 1848, the Hall is a not-for-profit educational institution whose programs include Inductions of distinguished American women, educational activities, and special exhibits and events.