Irving Langmuir Prize in Chemical Physics
To recognize and encourage outstanding interdisciplinary research in chemistry and physics, in the spirit of Irving Langmuir. This biennial prize consists of $10,000 and a certificate citing the contributions made by the recipient. In even-numbered years, the American Chemical Society selects the prize recipient and presents the prize. In odd-numbered years, the American Physical Society selects the prize recipient and presents the prize. An allowance is provided for travel expenses of the recipient to the meeting of the Society at which the prize is to be bestowed. Establishment & SupportThe prize was established in 1964 by the General Electric Foundation (now the GE Fund & GE R&D) as a memorial to and in recognition of the accomplishments of Irving Langmuir. Rules & EligibilityThis prize is made to one person who has made an outstanding contribution in the field of chemical physics or physical chemistry within the ten years prior to the prize. The prize is granted without restriction, except that the recipient must be a resident of the United States at the time of selection and the prize funds must be used in the United States or its possessions. Nominations are active for three years. Nomination & Selection Process The deadline for submission of nominations for the 2009 prize is July 1, 2008. |  |
2007 Irving Langmuir Prize in Chemical Physics Recipient: Gabor Somorjai University of California, Berkeley
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