Description
The Nanotechnology Council Pioneer Award in nanotechnology is to recognize individuals who by virtue of initiating new areas of research, development or engineering have had a significant impact on the field of nanotechnology. The award is intended for people who are in the mid or late portions of their careers, i.e., at least 10 years beyond his or her highest earned academic degree on the nomination deadline date.
Eligibility
Any current member of the IEEE working in the field of nanotechnology who is at least 10 years beyond his or her highest earned academic degree. (Unsuccessful nominations are automatically reconsidered in the following year.)
Selection / Basis for Judging
Factors that will be considered are: Distinction in long-term technical achievement, leadership, innovation, breadth, 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 Plenary 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
Note: no self-nominations
