John Leonard Anderson

He developed theories for electokinetic transport of particles and fluids in nonuniformly charged media, which have influenced technological advances in microfluidics and particle manipulation by electric fields. His research in membrane science led to advances in the separation of molecules based on their size via dialysis and ultrafiltration. As the dean of engineering at Carnegie Mellon University he directed major initiatives in education and faculty diversification.  As the president of Illinois Institute of Technology he elevated the expectations of excellence among students, faculty and staff; enhanced fundraising and alumni relations; and achieved alignment of budget with strategic goals. He is currently distinguished professor of chemical engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), a member of the Council of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), and a Presidential appointee to the National Science Board (NSB).