NCSE President and CEO Amanda L. Townley.
NCSE President and CEO Amanda L. Townley is the recipient of the 2026 Innovative Leadership Award, conferred by the American Institute for Biological Sciences, according to the AIBS's October 23, 2026, press release. The award recognizes "commendable innovative leadership in the biological sciences community."
"Dr. Amanda Townley exemplifies the best of science advocacy and education," said Scott Glisson, the CEO of AIBS. "Her tireless work to connect science with society, support educators, and strengthen science literacy nationwide makes her a deserving recipient of this honor. We are delighted to celebrate her leadership and her many contributions to our community."
"I am delighted and humbled to receive the Innovative Leadership Award from AIBS," Townley commented. "I take it not as a tribute to my efforts alone, but to the efforts of all of NCSE's staff, board of directors, collaborators, and members and supporters, as we work together to defend the integrity of science education across the nation."
