Kenneth Ruud, member of the EuChemS Executive Board, has earned the lifetime distinction of Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The distinction is awarded in honour of invaluable contributions to science and technology. The honour moreover ”recognises diverse accomplishments, including pioneering research, leadership within a given field, teaching and mentoring, fostering collaborations and advancing public understanding of science”. You can find out more about the award here.