We are thrilled to announce that Simay Akar for IEEE, the past Chair of the IEEE R8 Student Activities Committee, has been honored with the prestigious 2024 IEEE Theodore W. Hissey Outstanding Young Professional Award!

This esteemed award recognizes Simay’s outstanding leadership and inspiration to young professionals, as well as her significant contributions to the fields of photovoltaics and sustainable energy storage.

The award was presented at the IEEE VIC Summit and Honors Ceremony at Encore Harbor, Boston, held on May 2-3, 2024.

Congratulations, Simay! Your dedication and achievements continue to inspire us all.