Dr. Alan I. Leshner

Chief Executive Officer,
American Association for the Advancement of Science
and
Executive Publisher, Science

Dr. Alan I. Leshner officially assumed the duties of AAAS Chief Executive Officer on 3 December 2001. Asked what drew him to the Association, he cites its "long and distinguished history that automatically gives it a certain presence in the world arena."

"AAAS is in strong shape from every perspective. In addition to an ever-stronger Science magazine, it has a large array of very important programs that have tremendous impact in terms of education and human resources, science policy and human rights, and in the international arena. It has shown itself to be more than a membership organization. It is positioned to play a tremendous leadership role in the scientific community worldwide."

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