A memorial tribute will be held for Professor Perry L. McCarty on October 24, 2023 at Memorial Church starting at 4:30pm. A reception will follow the memorial service; the reception will be in the Huang Amphitheater and Foyer. Event is open to everyone; no need to RSVP.

Perry L. McCarty, the Silas H. Palmer Professor Emeritus of Stanford University, transformed nearly every aspect of environmental biotechnology, and his work will continue to influence the generations to come. In education, Dr. McCarty had profound impact through his stellar classroom teaching, inspirational mentoring of PhD students, and publishing influential textbooks. He promoted good practice with his tireless service on numerous committees, expert panels, and advisory boards. Professor McCarty’s many notable honors include membership in the National Academy of Engineering, the Tyler Environmental Prize, the Clarke Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Water Science and Technology, and the Stockholm Water Prize.  He also is the recipient of several AEESP awards, including the Founders Award, four Outstanding Publication Awards, and three Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Awards.