MIT affiliates elected to National Academy of Sciences for 2026
Six faculty members from MIT have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences for 2026, recognizing their significant contributions to research. This prestigious honor is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in the natural and social sciences. Among the elected members are notable professors and alumni, highlighting MIT's strong presence in scientific research.
- ▪The National Academy of Sciences elected 120 members and 25 international members for 2026, including six MIT faculty members.
- ▪The elected MIT professors include Bengt Holmström, Michale Fee, Gareth McKinley, Keith Nelson, Fan Wang, and Catherine Wolfram.
- ▪Membership in the National Academy of Sciences is one of the highest honors a scientist can receive in their career.
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Six MIT faculty, along with 10 additional alumni, are recognized by their peers for their outstanding contributions to research in the natural and social sciences. School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences | MIT Sloan School of Management | School of Engineering | School of Science Publication Date: May 21, 2026 Caption: Six MIT faculty have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences for 2026. Top row, l-r: Bengt Holmström, Michale Fee, and Gareth H. McKinley. Bottom row, l-r: Keith Nelson, Fan Wang, and Catherine Wolfram. Credits: Photos: Fee: Justin Knight; Holmström: Bryce Vickmark; Wang: Caitlin Cunningham. McKinley, Nelson, and Wolfram courtesy of their respective schools.
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