Description
The Nanotechnology Council has established an Early Career Award to recognize individuals who have made contributions with major impact on the field of nanotechnology. Up to two awards may be given per year. There may be one award for academics (persons employed by colleges or universities) and one for persons employed by industry or government organizations. The NTC Awards Committee will review the proposed candidates for selection of the awardee(s).
Eligibility
Any current member of the IEEE who is in the early stage of his or her career in the nanotechnology field, i.e., less than 7 years after being granted his or her highest earned academic degree on the nomination deadline date.
Selection / Basis for Judging
Factors that will be considered are: Distinction in technical innovation and achievement, and impact on nanotechnology and engineering.
Employment of Candidates
The Council may grant two awards in this category, if the Awards Committee determines that the nominations are worthy. There may be one award for academics (persons employed by colleges or universities) and one for persons employed by industry or government organizations.
Prize
The award consists of $1000 ($500 each if two awards are made) honorarium and a commemorative plaque.
Presentation
Award is presented by the NTC President (or his/her delegate) at the Award Ceremony at the annual IEEE International Conference on Nanotechnology (NANO). Awardee is required to deliver a Keynote talk at NANO.
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): Q1 in succeeding year
