Earle K. Plyler Prize for Molecular Spectroscopy
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To recognize and encourage notable contributions to the field of molecular spectroscopy. The prize consists of $10,000, an allowance for travel expenses to attend the meeting at which the prize is to be presented and a certificate citing the contributions made by the recipient. It is presented annually. Establishment & SupportThis prize was established in 1976 and is now co-sponsored by Newport Corporation and the George E. Crouch Foundation. Rules & EligibilityThe prize may be given for experimental or theoretical achievements, for a single dramatic innovation, or for a series of research contributions which, when integrated, amounts to a major contribution to the field of molecular spectroscopy. The prize shall ordinarily be awarded to one person but a prize may be shared when all the recipients have contributed to the same accomplishments. Nominations are active for three years. Nomination & Selection ProcessThe deadline for submission of nominations for the 2011 prize is July 1, 2010. The nomination must include:
To complete a nomination click here for the electronic submission form. All files should be in PDF format. Letters can be signed electronically (for example, using an embedded facsimile) or physically. In the latter case, they should be digitally scanned. Filenames should include the name of the nominee. Please contact Shelly Johnston for information on submitting updated material for nominations held-over from the previous selection process. Selection Committee Members: TBA Nomination Guidelines |
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2010 Earle K. Plyler Prize for Molecular Spectroscopy Recipient:
Lester Andrews University of Virginia
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