The University of Kansas has selected four winners for a top research prize in the areas of arts and humanities; medicine and clinical sciences; science, technology and mathematics; and social science and professional programs.

Winners of the University Scholarly Achievement Award are:

• Misty Schieberle, professor, English, who found a 15th-century manuscript written by a prominent royal secretary to Henry IV.

• Soumen Paul, professor, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology, who is a leading researcher of stem cells. His work has been used in the areas of pregnancy and embryo implantation.

• Amy Burgin, associate professor, Environmental Studies Program and Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and associate scientist for Kansas Biological Survey & Center for Ecological Research. Her research looks at topics including the role climate change plays in degrading water quality, and how agricultural practices are influencing the environment of streams.

• Brian Boyd, professor, Department of Applied Behavioral Science. His research works to create new evidence-based practices that can be used in schools to improve outcomes for children with autism.

The four researchers will be honored with a multitude of other KU researchers at a KU’s University Research Awards Ceremony from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on April 5 at the Lied Center on KU’s West Campus.