Timothy L Killeen

Timothy L Killeen is a Professor and President of the University of Illinois system, affiliated with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He has held significant leadership roles including President of the American Geophysical Union (2006-2008) and Governor of Argonne National Laboratory (2007). A member of the National Academy of Engineering (2007), he earned his PhD in Atomic and Molecular Physics and a First-Class BS in Physics from University College London.

• Education: PhD (1975) and BS (1972) from University College London

Killeen's research interests span geophysics, atmospheric sciences, and plasma physics, informed by his professional affiliations with organizations like the American Meteorological Society, American Geophysical Union, and American Association for the Advancement of Science. His career highlights include receiving an honorary doctorate from University College London (2010) and contributions to interdisciplinary fields merging physics and engineering.

• Notable Honors:
  • Elected President, American Geophysical Union (2006-2008)
  • National Academy of Engineering membership (2007)
  • Honorary Doctorate, University College London (2010)