The Institute for Advanced Study of Princeton University appointed Prof. Dr. Dr. Ann-Kristin Achleitner to its Board of Trustees on October 26, 2019. The press release can be found here.
In their press release, the IAS describes itself as follows:
"The Institute for Advanced Study is one of the world's foremost centers for theoretical research and intellectual inquiry. Located in Princeton, N.J., the IAS is dedicated to independent study across the sciences and humanities. Founded in 1930 with the motto "Truth and Beauty," the Institute is devoted to advancing the frontiers of knowledge without concern for immediate application. From founding IAS Professor Albert Einstein to the foremost thinkers of today, the IAS enables bold, nonconformist, field-leading research that provides long-term utility and new technologies, leading to innovation and enrichment of society in unexpected ways."