Elizabeth A. Wood Science Writing Award

Next Award:
2007

  • September 2005 Call for Nominations
  • June 1, 2006  Closing date for submission of nominations
  • July 2007    Presentation of Awards at Annual Meeting

 

 

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The award is named in honor of Elizabeth A. Wood, President of the ACA in 1957, and author of science books for lay readers. Persons who have written books or articles that bring science to the attention of a wider audience are eligible. Successful nominees need not be crystallographers or scientists and 'writing' could include artistic efforts, museum displays, etc. Nominations should include the titles of books, copies of articles, or other documentation and should be submitted to the ACA office by October 1. Selection of the winner will be made by ACA Council and presented at the Annual Meeting. Framed artwork by V. Torrence, $1,500 cash and up to $1,500 travel expenses to attend the Annual Meeting to accept the award and complimentary banquet ticket. Awarded every three years. Established in 1997.

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Recipient of 2004 Award
Oliver Sacks

2007 Award Lisa Randall

Past Recipients

 

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