Dr. Lyle Isaacs was presented with the 2018 Hillebrand Prize for his elucidation of the remarkable molecular recognition properties of cucurbit[n]uril-type molecular containers and demonstration of their biomedical application as solubilizing excipients and reversal agents. Following the dinner, Dr. Isaacs presented his talk “Cucurbit[n]uril Molecular Containers: From Basic Science to Biomedical Applications” to excited CSW members in attendance.
Megan Hart (Montgomery Blair High School, Sliver Spring, Maryland) was presented with the 2018 Leo Schubert Memorial Award in recognition of her outstanding teaching of high school chemistry.
Ivana Brekalo was presented the 2019 Outstanding Volunteer Award.