Sandra Bond Chapman (PhD ’86), Center for BrainHealth chief director and the Dee Wyly Distinguished University Chair for BrainHealth at The University of Texas at Dallas, was inducted into the Philosophical Society of Texas on Feb. 6.As a pioneering cognitive neuroscientist, Chapman has transformed the understanding of brain health, with more than 50 funded research grants and 250 peer‑reviewed publications that expand knowledge about measuring and enhancing human cognitive capacity across the lifespan.Sandra Bond Chapman PhD’86“Being inducted into the Philosophical Society of Texas is such a meaningful honor — especially to be included among leading Texans who have impacted our world for the better,” Chapman said. “I am thrilled to be recognized for my research and discoveries that are advancing brain health for the citizens of Texas and around the world.”The Philosophical Society of Texas was founded in 1837 with a mission to support the cultural and intellectual development of Texas through the “collection and diffusion of knowledge.”The society has had more than 1,100 members since its founding, with current membership limited to 250 active members. Members are invited based on their contributions in academia; arts and letters; medicine; business; law; philanthropy; technology; and community leadership.Notable honorees have included former President George W. Bush; former first lady Laura Bush; Dr. David E. Daniel, UT Dallas president emeritus; UT System Chancellor John M. Zerwas; retired Adm. William H. McRaven, former UT System chancellor; Robert H. Dedman, former vice chairman of the O’Donnell Foundation; and philanthropist Lyda Hill.Accolades is an occasional News Center feature that highlights recent accomplishments of The University of Texas at Dallas faculty, students and staff. To submit items for consideration, contact your school’s communications manager.Read more at UTD News
BrainHealth Leader Inducted into Philosophical Society of Texas
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