The Betty Vetter Award for Research recognizes notable achievement in research related to women in engineering. To be considered, programs and projects should have been established and have evaluation data. Multiple awards may be given.
Institutions are limited to one award in a three year period.
The Breakthrough Award recognizes and honors an employer of women engineers for creating a work environment that enhances their career success. The name of the award signifies the ability of an employer to break through the artificial barriers which prevent women engineers from attaining their full potential.