Disabilities. Later, the annual state opening of the British Parliament including the queens throne speech. At the white house today, the president honored 17 americans for achievements in science and technology. Recipients received awards for Ground Breaking research and invo nation in genetics, manufacturing technology. This is a half hour. Ladies and gentlemen, the president of the United States. Thank you so much. Thank you. Thank you, everybody. Please have a seat. Welcome to the white house. Today, i have the privilege to present our nations highest honor for scientific and tech know logical achievement. The National Medals of science and the National Medals of technology and innovation. The amount of brain power in this room right now is astonishing. [ laughter ] but, when you talk to these brilliant men and women, its clear the honor has not yet gone to their heads. They still put their lab coats, one arm at a time. Joining us to celebrate these achievements are members of cong