Photo of the Week - April 6, 2026

Dr. Omar Yaghi stands on stage while wearing the University at Albany Medallion. He is flanked on either side by President Havidán Rodríguez of UAlbany and President Michael Brophy.

Nobel Prize-winning chemist Omar M. Yaghi returned to New York’s Capital Region, revisiting the institutions that helped shape his career — Hudson Valley Community College and the University at Albany. In recognition of his groundbreaking research in materials chemistry, Yaghi received accolades from both institutions, including the prestigious University at Albany Medallion. (Photo by Brian Busher)