The Walsh McDermott Medal honors NAM members for long-standing, exceptional service to the NAM and the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Contributions may include leadership roles, committee service, review work, fundraising, or advancing NAM’s mission. Service on cross-disciplinary initiatives, such as the Committee on Human Rights or the Government–University–Industry Research Roundtable, is also recognized.
2025 Recipient
Eli Y. Adashi Professor of Medical Science The Warren Alpert Medical School Brown University