AGU - Walter H. Bucher Medal

Organization: American Geophysical Union

Established in 1966, this medal recognizes original contributions to the basic knowledge of the Earth's crust. It is named for Walter H. Bucher, President of AGU from 1948 to 1953 and a major contributor to the study of crustal problems. J. Tuzo Wilson received the first Bucher Medal, which is granted not more often than every other year.