ANN ARBOR—Glenn F. Knoll, professor of nuclear engineering and radiological sciences at the University of Michigan College of Engineering, was recently elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE). Election to NAE is one of the highest honors accorded to an engineer and recognizes those who have made significant contributions to engineering theory and practice as well as those who have demonstrated unusual accomplishment in the pioneering of new and developing fields of technology.

Knoll was cited for his contributions and technical leadership in the field of ionizing radiation detection and measurement. “Glenn is the leading authority in this branch of nuclear science. His textbook, ‘Radiation Detection and Measurement,’ can be found in measurement laboratories throughout the world,” said Gary Was, chair of U-M Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences.

Knoll is currently completing the third edition of his book, scheduled for publication in the fall by John Wiley & Sons.

Knoll’s association with U-M began with his appointment as assistant professor in 1962. He was named a full professor in 1972, chaired the nuclear engineering department in 1979-90, and served as interim dean of the College of Engineering for an 18-month period, ending in June 1996.

In addition to his NAE recognition, Knoll has been elected a fellow of three professional societies: the American Nuclear Society, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering.