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CEDAR Awards
We have put together this webpage in an attempt to encourage more nominations for the various national and international awards that members of the CEDAR community are eligible for. The CEDAR community makes significant contributions to aeronomy and space science, and we should not feel apprehensive in nominating our colleagues for these awards. Although not an exhaustive list, the awards below are perhaps some of the more prestigious for which we can nominate our colleagues. The descriptions were taken from each institutions webpage, where additional information can be found. Recent awards to members of the CEDAR community are also linked.
Awarding Institution
Award types
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CEDAR
The following awards are given out by the Coupling, Energetics and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions (CEDAR).
CEDAR Prize Lecture
This honors an outstanding science contribution to CEDAR during the previous year. The recipient of the award presents an invited 40 minute talk at the annual CEDAR meeting in June.
Nomination process - The nomination is based on a research paper either presented, submitted, or published during the previous year. The nomination is made through the CEDAR Scientific Steering Committee February of each year.
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CEDAR Poster Prize
This award is used to recognize outstanding contributions by CEDAR students through the CEDAR poster competition.
Nomination process - All students are encouraged to submit a poster to be considered in the poster competition. Guidelines are provided.
American Geophysical Union
The following awards are given out by the American Geophysical Union (AGU). The awards are typically conferred at the fall meeting in San Francisco.
AGU Fellow
This designation is conferred upon not more than 0.1% of all AGU members in any given year. New Fellows are chosen by a Committee of Fellows.
Nomination process - A nomination consists of a two-page letter of nomination, a one-sentence citation, a two-page curriculum vitae, a two-page biography, and between 3 and 5 letters of support for the nominee. Guidelines for writing a successful nomination are provided at the AGU website. An online submission form is provided. The deadline for submission is typically October 1 each year.
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William Bowie Medal
AGU's highest honor was established in 1939 in honor of William Bowie for his "spirit of helpfulness and friendliness in unselfish cooperative research." The Bowie medal, awarded annually, acknowledges an individual for outstanding contributions to fundamental geophysics and for unselfish cooperation in research, one of the guiding principles of AGU.
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James B. Macelwane Medal
Established in 1961 and renamed in 1986 in honor of James B. Macelwane, this medal recognizes significant contributions to the geophysical sciences by an outstanding young scientist (less than 36 years of age).
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Waldo E. Smith Medal
In honor of Waldo E. Smith's tireless efforts to build AGU into a vibrant, growing organization, this medal was established in 1982 for extraordinary service to geophysics. This medal honors individuals who have played unique leadership roles in such diverse areas as scientific associations, education, legislation, research, public understanding of science, management, and philanthropy, and whose accomplishments have greatly strengthened and helped advance the geophysical sciences.
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John Adam Fleming Medal
This medal was established in 1960 in honor of John Adam Fleming and his important contributions to the establishment of magnetic standards and measurements. This annual medal recognizes original research and technical leadership in geomagnetism, atmospheric electricity, aeronomy, space physics, and related sciences.
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Excellence in Geophysical Education Award
The Excellence in Geophysical Education Award was established to acknowledge a sustained commitment to excellence in geophysical education by a team, individual, or group. The award will be given not more often than annually to educators who have had a major impact on geophysical education at any level (kindergarten through post-graduate), who have been outstanding teachers and trainers for a number of years; or who have made a long-lasting, positive impact on geophysical education through professional service.
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Edward A. Flinn III Award
This award recognizes individuals who personify the Union's motto "unselfish cooperation in research" through their facilitating, coordinating, and implementing activities that have strengthened the infrastructure on which our research depends.
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Athelstan Spilhaus Award for Enhancement of the Public Understanding of Earth and Space Science
The Athelstan Spilhaus Award recognizes members of the American Geophysical Union who have devoted portions of their lives to expressing the excitement, significance, and beauty of the Earth and space sciences to the general public.
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Charles S. Falkenberg Award
This award is presented jointly by AGU and the Earth Science Information Partnership (ESIP). The award is for a scientist under 45 years of age who has contributed to the quality of life, economic opportunities and stewardship of the planet through the use of Earth science information and to the public awareness of the importance of understanding our planet.
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F. L. Scarf Award
The F. L. Scarf Award was established in 1989 by the Space Physics and Aeronomy Section to recognize an outstanding dissertation that contributes directly to solar-planetary science. The Awardee is required to deliver an invited paper on his or her dissertation topic at the AGU Spring or Fall Meeting.
Nomination process - Nominations are made by the research advisor of the nominee, but must be supported by one to three additional letters. Guidelines can be found at AGU. The deadline for submission is typically October 1 each year.
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Van Allen Lecture
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Nicolet Lecture
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Parker Lecture
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Committee on Space Research
The following awards are given out by the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR). A nomination committee exists, one of whom must sign off on any nomination.
COSPAR Space Science Award
The COSPAR Award honors a scientist who has made outstanding contributions to space science. All scientists working in any field covered by COSPAR are eligible for this award.
Nomination process - Nominations must be signed by a member of the COSPAR Bureau, the Representative of a National Member, or a COSPAR Scientific Commission Chair. A nomination consists of a filled in nomination form, a curriculum vitae, and a list of significant publications. The deadline for submission is typically October 31 each year.
COSPAR International Cooperation Medal
This medal is awarded to a scientist who has made distinguished contributions to space science and whose work has contributed significantly to the promotion of international scientific cooperation. All scientists working in any field covered by COSPAR are eligible for this medal. This medal may also be awarded to a group of scientists.
Nomination process - Nominations must be signed by a member of the COSPAR Bureau, the Representative of a National Member, or a COSPAR Scientific Commission Chair. A nomination consists of a filled in nomination form, a curriculum vitae, and a list of significant publications. The deadline for submission is typically October 31 each year.
William Nordberg Medal
This medal commemorates the work of the late William Nordberg and is awarded to a scientist who has made a distinguished contribution to the application of space science in a field covered by COSPAR.
Nomination process - Nominations must be signed by a member of the COSPAR Bureau, the Representative of a National Member, or a COSPAR Scientific Commission Chair. A nomination consists of a filled in nomination form, a curriculum vitae, and a list of significant publications. The deadline for submission is typically October 31 each year.
COSPAR Distinguished Service Medal
This medal recognizes extraordinary services rendered to COSPAR over many years.
Nomination process - Nominations must be signed by a member of the COSPAR Bureau. A nomination consists of a filled in nomination form, a curriculum vitae, and a list of significant publications. The deadline for submission is typically October 31 each year.
Massey Award
This award recognizes outstanding contributions to the development of space research, interpreted in the widest sense, in which a leadership role is of particular importance.
Nomination process - Nominations must be signed by a member of the COSPAR Bureau, the Representative of a National Member, or a COSPAR Scientific Commission Chair. A nomination consists of a filled in nomination form, a curriculum vitae, and a list of significant publications. The deadline for submission is typically October 31 each year.
Vikram Sarabhai Medal
The medal is awarded for outstanding contributions to space research in developing countries.
Nomination process - Nominations must be signed by a member of the COSPAR Bureau, the Representative of a National Member, or a COSPAR Scientific Commission Chair or Vice-Chair. For a candidate to be eligible for this award, her or his relevant work must have been carried out mainly in the five year period ending one year before the COSPAR Scientific Assembly at which the medal is to be presented. A nomination consists of a filled in nomination form, a curriculum vitae, and a list of significant publications. The deadline for submission is typically October 31 each year.
Zeldovich Medals
The Zeldovich Medals are conferred by the Russian Academy of Sciences to young scientists for excellence and achievements.
Nomination process - Nominations for scientists under 36 on the last day of the year in which the Medals are to be presented must be signed by a member of the COSPAR Bureau, a COSPAR Scientific Commission Chair or Vice-Chair, or a Russian Academy of Sciences official. A nomination consists of a filled in nomination form, a curriculum vitae, and a list of significant publications. The deadline for submission is typically October 31 each year.
International Union of Radio Science
The following awards are given out by the International Union of Radio Science (URSI).
Balthasar van der Pol Gold Medal
The Medal is awarded to outstanding scientists whose achievements in any of the branches of science covered by the Commissions of URSI have been particularly valuable. The award is for career achievements of the candidate with evidence of significant contributions within the most recent six-year period.
Nomination process - Guidelines are provided. A nomination consists of a general summary of the candidate's career and scientific activities, a review of the candidate's recent achievements, and an outline of the reasons for the nomination. The deadline for submission is typically the August before a General Assembly.
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John Howard Dellinger Gold Medal
The Medal is awarded to outstanding scientists whose achievements in any of the branches of science covered by the Commissions of URSI have been particularly valuable. The award is for career achievements of the candidate with evidence of significant contributions within the most recent six-year period.
Nomination process - Guidelines are provided. A nomination consists of a general summary of the candidate's career and scientific activities, a review of the candidate's recent achievements, and an outline of the reasons for the nomination. The deadline for submission is typically the August before a General Assembly.
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Appleton Prize
The Appleton Prize is awarded for outstanding contributions to studies in ionospheric physics. The award is for career achievements of the candidate with evidence of significant contributions within the most recent six-year period.
Nomination process - Guidelines are provided. A nomination consists of a general summary of the candidate's career and scientific activities, a review of the candidate's recent achievements, and an outline of the reasons for the nomination. The deadline for submission is typically the August before a General Assembly.
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Booker Gold Medal
The Medal is awarded for outstanding contributions to telecommunications or a related discipline of direct interest to URSI. The award is for career achievements of the candidate with evidence of significant contributions within the most recent six-year period.
Nomination process - Guidelines are provided. A nomination consists of a general summary of the candidate's career and scientific activities, a review of the candidate's recent achievements, and an outline of the reasons for the nomination. The deadline for submission is typically the August before a General Assembly.
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Issac Koga Gold Medal
The Medal is awarded to a Young Scientist, of age not more than 35 on 30 September of the year preceding the General Assembly of URSI, who has made an outstanding contribution to any of the branches of science covered by the Commissions of URSI. The award is for career achievements of the candidate with evidence of significant contributions within the most recent six-year period.
Nomination process - Guidelines are provided. A nomination consists of a general summary of the candidate's career and scientific activities, a review of the candidate's recent achievements, and an outline of the reasons for the nomination. The deadline for submission is typically the August before a General Assembly.
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Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
Crafoord Prize
The most outstanding prize in the geosciences is the Crafoord Prize awarded, like the Nobel Prize, by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. The estimated amount for the 2006 prize is $500,000.
Nomination process - Nominations are due by April 30, 2006. All nominations must be sent by mail to:
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
Box 50 005
SE - 10405 Stockholm
Sweden
United States Geological Survey
(in conjunction with the DOI and NASA)
The William T. Pecora Award
This award is presented annually to individuals or groups that make outstanding contributions toward understanding the Earth by means of remote sensing. The award is sponsored jointly by the Department of the Interior (DOI) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
The award was established in 1974 to honor the memory of Dr. William T. Pecora, former Director of the U.S. Geological Survey and Under Secretary, Department of the Interior. Dr. Pecora was a motivating force behind the establishment of a program for civil remote sensing of the Earth from space. His early vision and support helped establish what we know today as the Landsat satellite program.
The award consists of a citation and plaque, which are presented to the recipient at an appropriate public forum by the Secretary of the Interior and the NASA Administrator or their representatives. The name of the recipient is also inscribed on permanent plaques, which are displayed by the sponsoring agencies.
Nomination process - Guidelines are provided. A nomination consists of a two page (at most) nomination describing the nominee's contributions to the understanding of hte Earth by means of remote sensing. Up to eight additional pages may be included containing information such as a resume, publication list, letters of endorsement, etc. Previous winners.
