Dr. Daniel Nocera is the W. M. Keck Professor of Energy at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Widely recognized as a leading researcher in renewable energy at the molecular level, Daniel studies the basic mechanisms of energy conversion in biology and chemistry with primary focus on the photo-generation of hydrogen and oxygen from water. His research in energy conversion has been featured on the nationally broadcast television programs—“ABC Nightline” and "NOVA” on PBS—and on National Public Radio. He developed the pilot that was used to begin the new PBS science program “ScienceNow,” and his “NOVA” show was nominated for a 2006 Emmy Award. Daniel has been awarded the Italgas Prize (2005), the IAPS Award (2006) and the Burghausen Prize (2007) for his studies on renewable energy.