"Federal investments in basic science research are the cornerstone of our nation's innovation economy, and I've been proud to champion stronger investments in research in the U.S. Senate," Peters said. "I am honored to be recognized by The Science Coalition, the University of Michigan, and Wayne State University, and I look forward to continue working to maximize research opportunities and encourage scientific entrepreneurship for future generations."
MLive Ann Arbor: Sen. Gary Peters receives Champion of Science Award at UM
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MLive Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR, MI - The Science Coalition presented U.S. Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., with its Champion of Science Award on Monday, March 12, recognizing his commitment to funding research that keeps the U.S. and Michigan at the forefront of scientific and medical discovery and technological innovation.
Peters is a member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee. While serving as ranking member of the Senate Science, Space and Competitiveness Subcommittee, Peters worked with Republican Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colo., to craft an update to federal research and technology policy.
Signed into law in 2017, the bipartisan bill known as the American Innovation and Competitiveness Act, sought to maximize basic science research opportunities, reduce administrative burdens for researchers and encourage scientific entrepreneurship.
The Champion of Science award was presented at the University of Michigan College of Engineering by Dean Alec D. Gallimore and Wayne State University Vice President for Government and Community Affairs Patrick Lindsey.
"Senator Peters understands that science and engineering matter. They are at the core of research advances, technological breakthroughs and entrepreneurial successes that address the needs of millions of people throughout this state and across this nation every year," said Gallimore. "The University of Michigan and Michigan Engineering are committed to scientific and technological leadership that improves the quality of life for all of our citizens. We are pleased to collaborate with our colleagues from Wayne State in The Science Coalition's recognition of Senator Peters."
Peters said the research conducted by universities in Michigan and across the country generate new technologies and advancements that will save lives and create jobs.
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