Other Awards and Honors
2006 Elected Positions and Offices
Benoit Mandelbrot Decorated as Officer in National Order of the Legion of Honor
Benoit Mandelbrot, one of the world's most influential mathematicians and a Battelle Fellow, recently participated in two events. In Paris, Benoit attended a ceremony held by his alma mater, École Polytechnique, where he was decorated as an Officer in the National Order of the Legion of Honor. Benoit was awarded this honor for his legendary work in fractals and contributions to mathematics. The Order, founded by Napoleon Bonaparte, recognizes eminent service to the Republic of France. This is the French equivalent to the National Academy of Science. In Madrid, Benoit gave a plenary talk on "The Nature of Roughness in Mathematics, Science and Art" at the International Congress of Mathematicians. The event attracted a large number of participants, students and mathematicians. ICM is a scientific event that brings together mathematicians from all over the world, and demonstrates the vital role that mathematicians play in our society. (announced 9/1/2006)