Today, Dawn Tilbury begins her appointment to lead the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Directorate for Engineering (ENG), which supports engineering research and education critical to the nation's future and fosters innovations that benefit society.

Tilbury comes to NSF from the University of Michigan (U-M), where she is a professor of mechanical engineering and served as associate dean for research in the College of Engineering. As associate dean, Tilbury led the development of interdisciplinary research teams to advance both large- and small-scale projects.

"Throughout her career, Dawn Tilbury has built collaborative relationships across disciplines to make research projects successful," said NSF Director France Córdova. "I am thrilled to have that kind of leadership for the Engineering Directorate, which makes imagining real and future technologies possible. She is also passionate about mentoring junior faculty, particularly junior women faculty, in their careers -- a passion shared across NSF as we seek to develop STEM talent from all sectors and groups in our society."