Robinson elected to AAAS

University of Georgia Foundation Distinguished Professor of Chemistry Gregory Robinson has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Robonison joins an illustrious list of 250 members elected in 2025, including renowned figures like CNN news anchor Anderson Cooper, actor and humanitarian Danny Glover, filmmaker Ava DuVernay and World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés.

A UGA faculty member since 1995, Robinson has conducted research with applications in sustainable energy, among other areas. His recent work has sought to address unique challenges in chemistry, such as the preparation of molecules relevant to nanotechnology or the molecular development of carbon-free fuels. Robinson and his team synthesize molecules that feature earth-abundant and less toxic resources to mimic the chemistry of expensive and rare transition metals.

“As one of the leading scholars in the world today, Dr. Robinson exemplifies the diligence and acumen that leads to scientific innovation celebrated by his election as a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences,” said Dean Anna Stenport of the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. “A dedicated mentor and teacher whose groundbreaking research brings international prestige to our campus, we are extraordinarily proud of his achievements and honored that he is part of our faculty and our community.”

Robinson was named to the National Academy of Sciences in 2021. Over the years, he has garnered several prestigious awards for his work, including the Herty Medal (2008), the Humboldt Research Award (2012), the F. Albert Cotton Award by the American Chemical Society (2013) and the Southeastern Conference Faculty Achievement Award (2014).

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Image: University of Georgia Foundation Distinguished Professor of Chemistry Gregory Robinson, the 13th UGA faculty member elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. (Photo by Chamberlain Smith)