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Maurice Ewing Medal
Zvi Ben-Avraham
Zvi Ben-Avraham[TB13.1] is a pioneering geophysicist whose visionary work has fundamentally transformed our understanding of the structure and evolution of Earth’s oceans, marginal seas, and tectonic boundaries. Over five decades of scientific discov...
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David Perlman Award for Excellence in Science Journalism
Roland Pease and Jonathan Blackwell
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Africa Award for Research Excellence in Earth and Ocean Sciences
Frédéric KPEDONOU BONOU
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Eunice Newton Foote Medal for Earth-Life Science
Monika Bright
Dr. Monika Bright’s scientific achievements have revolutionized the understanding of life in hydrothermal vent systems and advanced knowledge of fundamental Earth system processes. Her pioneering work increased scientific understanding of hydrotherma...
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Ambassador Award
Ken Buesseler
We nominated Ken Buesseler for the AGU Ambassador Award for his innovative contributions to the measurement and impacts of natural and artificial radionuclides in marine environments. Over the past 30 years, he has pioneered measurement and analysis ...
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Devendra Lal Memorial Medal
Kunal Chakraborty
Dr. Kunal Chakraborty is recognized for his outstanding and sustained contributions to ocean science, particularly in marine biogeochemistry, ecosystem modeling, and their societal applications. He is internationally acclaimed for pioneering research...
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International Award
Parthasarathi Chakraborty
Professor Parthasarathi Chakraborty is recognized for his outstanding international contributions to marine chemistry, sustainable ocean management, and environmental equity. He is a global leader in advancing scientific knowledge and promoting susta...
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Joanne Simpson Medal
Elizabeth S Cochran
Elizabeth Cochran has made transformative scientific advances in earthquake early warning, induced seismicity, and fault zone structure, and she has provided outstanding service to science and society. Elizabeth’s pioneering approaches to earthquake ...
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