GSA - Public Service Award

Organization: Geological Society of America

The GSA Public Service Award in honor of Eugene and Carolyn Shoemaker, was established by Council in 1998 to be awarded for contributions that have materially enhanced the public's understanding of the earth sciences, or significantly served decision-makers in the application of scientific and technical information in public affairs and public policy related to the earth sciences. This may be accomplished by individual achievement through:Authorship of education materials of high scientific quality that have enjoyed widespread use and acclaim among educators or the general public,Authorship of technical publications that have significantly advanced scientific concepts or techniques applicable to the resolution of earth-resource or environmental issues of public concern,Other individual accomplishments that have advanced the earth sciences in public interest.The award will normally go to a GSA member, with exceptions approved by Council. It may be presented posthumously to a descendent of the awardee.