Description
The IEEE Nanotechnology Council (NTC) Chapter of the Year Award is intended to encourage a successful and effective overall performance of the Chapter in terms of its activities. Exemplary Chapters must have a high number of activities and creativity. The Chapter must consistently be active in organizing activities throughout the year. Nominations may be made by any full IEEE member, or by a representative of the nominee chapter. The NTC Awards Committee will review the proposed candidates for selection of the awardee.
Eligibility
All existing/established IEEE-NTC Chapters are eligible for this award.
Selection / Basis for Judging
The award is based on the best yearly activities in the categories of Chapter-sponsored technical activities, seminars, workshops, conferences, visits etc. Other key requirements of the award are:
- Timely updates and reporting of Chapter officers and activities
- Minimum of (4) meetings/programs during the year
- Maintain an up-to-date Chapter Web site
Other activities may include:
- Engagement with student activities
- Joint activities with other member society chapters
- Chapter visits to local industry/institutions
- Member advancement/recognition
- Membership growth efforts
Prize
The award consists of $500 and a certificate.
Presentation
Individual and Chapter awards will be announced after Nov. 30th each year, and will be presented at a mutually agreed venue, e.g., the annual IEEE International Conference on Nanotechnology (sponsored by NTC).
Past Recipients
View past award recipients.
Schedule
Submission of nominations: October 1 of any year
Committee’s award recommendation(s): October 31
Notification to awardee(s): November 30
