An AIT Alumnus Elected to US National Academy of Engineering
Dr. Bindu Lohani, (right) an AIT alumnus (EV' 77) and currently the Secretary of the Asian Development Bank, was elected as a foreign associate to the US National Academy of Engineering in the field of environmental engineering, one of the highest distinctions to be awarded to an engineer.
Dr. Lohani was recognized for the development of planning for integrated economic-cum-environmental sustainable development through the protection of natural and social resources.
Dr. Lohani is among the new nine foreign associates elected by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) together with 77 new members, bringing the total U.S. membership to 2,138 and the number of foreign associates to 165.
Election to the National Academy of Engineering is among the highest professional distinctions accorded an engineer. Academy membership honors those who have made 'important contributions to engineering theory and practice, including significant contributions to the literature of engineering theory and practice.' Those who have demonstrated accomplishment in 'the pioneering of new fields of engineering, making major advancements in traditional fields of engineering, or developing/implementing innovative approaches to engineering education' were also honored.