George E. Duvall Shock Compression Science Award
The George E. Duvall Shock Compression Science Award recognizes contributions to understanding condensed matter and nonlinear physics through shock compression. This award is to be presented biennially in odd-numbered years and consists of a cash award of $5,000, a plaque citing the accomplishments of the recipient, and an allowance for travel to the meeting at which it is to be presented.
Rules and eligibility
All members of the scientific community are eligible for nomination. A single award will normally be given to no more than one individual and will be presented at the biennial Topical Group Conference. Nominations will be considered for two review cycles provided the nominator re-certifies the nomination before the next deadline.
Process and selection
The nomination package must include:
- A letter of not more than 5,000 characters evaluating the qualifications of the nominee(s)
In addition, the nomination should include:
- A biographical sketch
- A list of the most important publications
- At least two, but not than four, seconding letters
- Up to five reprints or preprints
Establishment and support
The award was established in 1987 by the friends of the Topical Group on Compression of Condensed Matter Physics. The award was renamed the George E. Duvall Shock Compression Science Award in 2007.
Recent recipients
Bruce Remington
2023 recipient
For pioneering laser-driven high-pressure, solid-state material dynamics in high-energy density regimes.
Craig M. Tarver
2021 recipient
For theoretical advancement of the understanding of shock-driven reactions and detonation in condensed phase explosives.
George T. (Rusty) Gray
2019 recipient
For pioneering contributions in dynamic constitutive and damage response of materials; for leadership in developing programs and tools to advance our understanding of materials and structures in response to high-strain-rate and shock deformation; and for leadership in the technical community.
Marc André Meyers
2017 recipient
For pioneering contributions to understanding extreme behavior in a wide range of materials undergoing shock-compression, including deformation, fracture, phase transformations, and chemical reactions.
Jerry W. Forbes
2015 recipient
For his advances in shock-compression science involving phase-transformations, high explosives, and detonation physics; for extensive contributions to the shock physics community through mentorship and teaching; and for service to the Shock Compression Topical Group.
The membership of APS is diverse and global, and the nominees and recipients of APS Honors should reflect that diversity so that all are recognized for their impact on our community. Nominations of members belonging to groups traditionally underrepresented in physics, such as women, LGBT+ scientists, scientists who are Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), disabled scientists, scientists from institutions with limited resources, and scientists from outside the United States, are especially encouraged.
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