Lapate was named a Kavli Frontiers of Science Fellow by the National Academy of Sciences, which recognizes outstanding young scientists (younger than 45), and is meant to “remove communication barriers between fields and encourage collaborations among the world's best and brightest young scientists.” As part of this, Dr. Lapate presented at the The Kavli Frontiers of Science symposium in Balikpapan, Indonesia. Congratulations, Dr. Lapate!