We are pleased to announce the winners of the Encyclopedia 2023 Outstanding Contributor Award. The award has been granted to the following researchers:

Dr. Robert Friedman, a retired Associate Professor from the Department of Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA.

Dr. Jude Okolie, an Assistant Professor from the Gallogly College of Engineering, University of Oklahoma, Norman, USA.

As the awardees, they will each receive CHF 300 (Swiss Francs), a certificate, and an opportunity to publish one paper free of charge in Encyclopedia in 2024 after peer review.

We are delighted to have so many high-quality applicants and are grateful for the contributions everyone has made. The evaluation process and subsequent decision proved to be challenging. We extend our gratitude to all applicants for their support of Encyclopedia. On behalf of the award evaluation committee, we congratulate the winners on their remarkable achievements.

Kind regards,
Encyclopedia Editorial Office