Please note that nominations and supporting information for the 2001 Awards must be received by July 31, 2000. The total impact of an individual's work on the present state of physical, biological, mathematical, engineering or social and behavioral sciences is to be the principal criterion. Achievements of an unusually significant nature in relation to the potential effects of such achievements on the development of scientific thought. Recognition by peers within the scientific community. Contributions to innovation and industry.
Nominations remain active for a period of three years following the year of nomination.
After that time, candidates must be renominated with a new nomination package for them to be considered by the Committee. Nomination forms should be typewritten, single spaced using a font no smaller than 12 characters per inch. Renominations may be submitted via an updated nomination form. Nominations and renominations must be submitted by July 31, 2000. As the Nominator, you are responsible for securing three letters supporting the candidate.