(19 May 2016) FOR CLEAN VERSION SEE STORY NUMBER: apus055883
President Barack Obama says 17 leading scientists and innovators who have been recognized by the White House have helped put "countless revolutionary discoveries within our reach."
Obama recognized the group of scientists and innovators Thursday with the National Medals of Science and the National Medals of Technology and Innovation.
He says introducing and immersing young people in science, math and engineering will carry the "American spirit of innovation" through the 21st century and beyond.
Honorees are chosen by a committee from the National Science Foundation.
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