Donald J. Darensbourg, distinguished professor of chemistry at Texas A&M University, is one of 65 named as 2017 fellows of the American Chemical Society. <\/p>\n
The honor was created to recognize \"outstanding achievements in chemistry and contributions to science, the profession and the society,\" officials said. <\/p>\n
Darensbourg, who joined the university in 1982, is now the 14th member of the university's department of chemistry to be recognized as fellows of the society. <\/p>\n
\"I am delighted that Don has been recognized by the American Chemical Society for his important scientific and service contributions to the field,\" said Simon W. North, professor and head of the A&M Department of Chemistry in a statement. \"This honor in consistent with his dedication to teaching and service, and the exceptional quality of his scholarly work.\" <\/p>\n
Darensbourg and his peers will be honored Aug. 21 at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. <\/p>\n
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