On September 18, 2014, Senator Tom Harkin entered “Tribute to Dr. Story Landis” in the Congressional Record.  He emphasized her courage, ability to bridge gaps, and her passion:

Dr. Landis’s career has stimulated tremendous progress in the field of neuroscience and inspired legions of young scientists to follow in her path…We honor Dr. Story Landis today for her invaluable leadership of NINDS, and for her great service to the people of the United States.