The NSSA
Sustained Research Prize
Prof. Frank Bates is the
recipient of the 2008 Sustained Research
Prize (press release)
Purpose: To
recognize a sustained
contribution to a scientific subfield, or subfields, using neutron scattering
techniques, or a sustained contribution to the development of neutron scattering
techniques. In either case, the primary consideration shall be an enduring
impact on science. Preference shall be given to applicants whose work was
carried out predominantly in North America.
Definition: The prize consists of $2,500, a certificate citing the
contributions made by the recipient and a travel allowance to attend the
corresponding NSSA sponsored American Conference on Neutron Scattering (ACNS) at
which the prize is awarded. The recipient
will have an invited talk at the corresponding ACNS.
Timing: The NSSA Sustained
Research Prize is expected to be awarded biennially at the corresponding ACNS
meeting.
Nominations: The deadline for
nominations shall be 7 months prior to the ACNS.
(The meetings are usually in June, so the nomination deadline would then
be November of the previous year.)
Nominations should include:
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A letter of nomination, not to exceed 1000 words, defining the major
scientific accomplishments that merit the award.
The nomination should stress the impact on the science subfields that
the group or researcher has made with their neutron scattering results.
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The nominee’s CV clearly identifying the published work that relates
to the award nomination. Do not include reprints unless they are not readily available
electronically.
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Up to two additional letters of support.
Mail 5 copies of the nomination package to the Selection
Committee Chair listed above. Electronic (e-mail) delivery in pdf format of all documents will
generally be preferred.
The award shall be granted to an individual without regard
to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or sexual
orientation.
The
award cannot be awarded posthumously.
Previous winners of
the NSSA Sustained Research Prize:
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