Innovation in Materials Characterization Award

Important Dates

July 01, 2013 2014 Nomination Period Begins

October 01, 2013 2014 Nomination Deadline

Purpose

To honor an outstanding advance in materials characterization that notably increases the knowledge of the structure, composition, in situ behavior under outside stimulus, electronic, mechanical, or chemical behavior, or other characterization feature, of materials. It is not limited to the method of characterization or the class of material observed. Impact of the advance on materials research will be the primary consideration in making the award. Nominations for this award may be made for scientists and engineers in all areas of materials research.

The Award

The annual award consists of a $5,000 cash prize, a presentation trophy and a certificate. The award is presented annually at the MRS Spring Meeting. Meeting registration fee and transportation and hotel expenses to attend the meeting at which the award is presented will be reimbursed.

Endowers

The Innovation in Materials Characterization Award has been endowed by Dr. Toh-Ming Lu and Dr. Gwo-Ching Wang.

Nomination Information

Nominations for the Innovation in Materials Characterization Award will be accepted through October 1. Rules and eligibility, nomination package requirements, and more are available here.

Recipients