David Turnbull Lectureship

Important Dates

  • November 28, 2012 Award Presentation - 2012 MRS Fall Meeting
  • January 01, 2013 Nomination Period Begins 
  • April 01, 2013 Nomination Deadline

About the Award

The David Turnbull Lectureship is awarded to recognize the career contribution of a scientist to fundamental understanding of the science of materials through experimental and/or theoretical research. In the spirit of the life work of David Turnbull, writing and lecturing also can be factors in the selection process. The recipient will give a technical lecture of broad appeal at a designated session of the MRS Fall Meeting, and he/she will work with the MRS Bulletin staff in preparing an appropriate article for the Bulletin. In addition, the recipient will receive a travel alowance for speaking engagements throughout the year.

Award Package

The Turnbull Lecturer will receive a $5,000 honorarium and a citation plaque. The registration fee and reasonable travel expenses to the MRS meeting at which the Turnbull Lecture is given will be reimbursed. The David Turnbull Lectureship is intended to support and enrich the materials research community, while honoring the accomplishments of an outstanding researcher and communicator.

Nomination Information

Nominations for the David Turnbull Lectureship will be accepted through April 1. Rules and eligibility, nomination package requirements, and more are available here.

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