The dean and professor of soil science was elected as a new member of the NAE on February 11, 2025. Election to the National Academy of Engineering is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer. Academy membership honors those who have made outstanding contributions to Engineering sciences. In February, the NAE is announcing the election of 128 new members and 22 new international members.
NAE members are among the world’s most accomplished engineers from business, academia, and government. Köbel-Knabner is honored for her contributions to mechanisms for soil organic carbon persistence and impacts on soil functions and climate. Soils play an important role in the long-term storage of CO2 and thus contribute to reducing CO2 in the atmosphere.
Founded in 1964, the NAE's mission is to provide independent, objective analysis and advice to the nation, offering leadership and insights for a complex world. The current election brings the number of members in the USA to 2,487 and the number of international members to 336.
