National Medals of Science and Technology
John B. Goodenough
National Medal of Science2011
For groundbreaking cathode research that led to the first commercial lithium-ion battery, which has since revolutionized consumer electronics with technical applications for portable and stationary power.
Adam Heller
National Medal of Technology and Innovation2007
For fundamental contributions to electrochemistry and bioelectrochemistry and the subsequent application of those fundamentals in the development of technological products that improved the quality of life of millions across the globe, most notably in the area of human health and well-being.
Robert M. Metcalfe
National Medal of Technology and Innovation2003
For leadership in the invention, standardization and commercialization of the Ethernet.
C. Grant Willson
National Medal of Technology and Innovation2007
For creation of novel lithographic imaging materials and techniques that have enabled the manufacturing of smaller, faster and more efficient microelectronic components that better the quality of the lives of people worldwide and improve the competitiveness of the U.S. microelectronics industry.
