George C. Laurence Pioneering Award

The George C. Laurence Pioneering Award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding pioneering contributions to the field of nuclear reactor safety philosophy. The award includes an engraved plaque and a monetary prize. It is administered by the Nuclear Installations Safety Division (NISD) of the American Nuclear Society and is presented at the ANS Annual Conference. The award is not restricted to ANS members.

Engraved plaque and $1,000 monetary award

Individuals who have made pioneering contributions to nuclear reactor safety philosophy are eligible; nominees need not be ANS members. Nominations must include a completed nomination form, a letter of recommendation, a narrative summary (~1,000 words), a resume, a list of publications (if applicable) and optional letters of support (no more than five).

Submit a completed nomination form with a nominator letter, ~1,000-word narrative, resume, list of publications (if applicable) and up to five letters of support via the nomination portal.