Michael Barbella, Managing Editor01.17.23
ASTM International presented its top annual honor, the Award of Merit, to Stephen Spiegelberg, Ph.D., for his contributions to ASTM’s F04 Committee on Medical and Surgical Materials and Devices (F04).
The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for distinguished service and outstanding participation in ASTM International committee activities. Spiegelberg was recognized for his adept, collaborative work in developing cleanliness standards and for his pioneering leadership in the field of medical device cleanliness assessment. Committee F04 also cites his skilled oversight of development, even during contentious discussions.
An ASTM International member since 1998, Spiegelberg had been previously honored by the committee with two Awards of Appreciation (2001, 2011), the Robert E. Fairer Award (2004), the Leroy Wyman Award (2012), and the Patrick G. Laing Award (2018).
Spiegelberg serves as president of Cambridge Polymer Group Inc., which he co-founded in 1996. Cambridge Polymer Group provides consultation and testing in biomedical product and material development. Before forming Cambridge Polymer Group, Spiegelberg conducted post-doctoral research at Harvard University, where he examined the extensional rheology of polymer solutions. His work at Cambridge Polymer Group has focused heavily on polymers used in biomedical applications, including polyethylene and various hydrogel systems. Spiegelberg has also designed test methodologies, processing steps for the crosslinked polyethylenes used in hip and knee replacements, device design and testing, and holds several patents in this area. He has experience in instrument design and fabrication.
Spiegelberg earned his bachelor of science degree in chemical engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1988. He also earned a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 1993 with a focus on polymers and fracture mechanics.
Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. The organization integrates consensus standards—developed with an international membership of volunteer technical experts—and innovative services to improve lives.
The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for distinguished service and outstanding participation in ASTM International committee activities. Spiegelberg was recognized for his adept, collaborative work in developing cleanliness standards and for his pioneering leadership in the field of medical device cleanliness assessment. Committee F04 also cites his skilled oversight of development, even during contentious discussions.
An ASTM International member since 1998, Spiegelberg had been previously honored by the committee with two Awards of Appreciation (2001, 2011), the Robert E. Fairer Award (2004), the Leroy Wyman Award (2012), and the Patrick G. Laing Award (2018).
Spiegelberg serves as president of Cambridge Polymer Group Inc., which he co-founded in 1996. Cambridge Polymer Group provides consultation and testing in biomedical product and material development. Before forming Cambridge Polymer Group, Spiegelberg conducted post-doctoral research at Harvard University, where he examined the extensional rheology of polymer solutions. His work at Cambridge Polymer Group has focused heavily on polymers used in biomedical applications, including polyethylene and various hydrogel systems. Spiegelberg has also designed test methodologies, processing steps for the crosslinked polyethylenes used in hip and knee replacements, device design and testing, and holds several patents in this area. He has experience in instrument design and fabrication.
Spiegelberg earned his bachelor of science degree in chemical engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1988. He also earned a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 1993 with a focus on polymers and fracture mechanics.
Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. The organization integrates consensus standards—developed with an international membership of volunteer technical experts—and innovative services to improve lives.