This medal was established by the Engineering Mechanics Institute of ASCE to recognize the lifetime achievement of Dr. Maurice A. Biot (1905-1985). The award consists of a medal. This award is funded by the generous endowment of Madame Biot, honoring her late husband. It was instituted by the Board of Direction in 2002.
Award/Grant – Arid Lands Hydraulic Engineering Award
The Arid Land Hydraulic Engineering Award recognizes original contributions in hydraulics, hydrology including climatology, planning, irrigation and drainage, hydroelectric power development, navigation specially applicable to arid or semi-arid climates or contributions to the understanding and development of new technology in river basins.
Award/Grant – James B. Macelwane Medal
The James B. Macelwane Medal is given annually to three to five early career scientists in recognition of their significant contributions to Earth and space science. Nominees are selected for the medal based on their depth and breadth of research, impact, creativity as well as service, outreach, and diversity. The Macelwane Medal was named in honor of former AGU president …
Award/Grant – Joane Simpson Medal for Mid-Career Scientists
The Joanne Simpson Medal is given annually to two to three mid-career honorees in recognition of their significant contributions to Earth and space science. Recipients of this award may work across any Earth and space science discipline. This medal is named in honor of Joanne Simpson, who was the first woman to earn a Ph.D. in meteorology and during her …
Award/Grant – Maurice Ewing Medal
The Maurice Ewing Medal is given annually to one honoree in recognition of significant original contributions to the ocean sciences which includes for the advancement of oceanographic engineering, technology, and instrumentation and/or outstanding service to the marine sciences. The Ewing Medal is jointly sponsored with the United States Navy and is named in honor of Maurice Ewing, who made significant …