The Lemelson Foundation's Advisory Committee provides ongoing strategic advice on the development and implementation of its programs. The Advisory Committee possess a diversity of expertise across geographical regions and public, private and non-profit sectors. Current committee members are Dr. Michael Free, Dr. Ashok Gadgil, Dr. Francisco Sagasti, and Prof. Judi Wakhungu. Emeritus committee members are Dr. Seti Sastrapradja (biodiversity expert and Chair of NATURINDO), Prof. M.S.