Michele Manuel
Assistant professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Florida

Chair, Early Career Issues Panel
BIO
Manuel is an assistant professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Florida. She received her B.S. in materials science and engineering at the University of Florida and her Ph.D. in materials science and engineering at Northwestern University. Manuel is the recipient of numerous awards: The National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER; NASA Early Career; ASM International Bradley Stoughton Award for Young Teachers; American Vacuum Society (AVS) Recognition for Excellence in Leadership; and The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) Early Career, Young Leaders International Scholar, and Young Leaders Professional Development awards.