
The Laser Institute of America has elected Dr Bill O'Neill as Fellow. The grade of Fellow is the highest level of membership in the LIA.
It is awarded to recognise members of the institute who have attained unusual professional distinction in the LIA mission areas of laser science and technology, laser applications, and provided outstanding service to their field. He was presented with his award at the 29th International Congress on Applications of Lasers and Electro-optics held in September 2010 in California, USA.