Walter Howchin Medal

The Walter Howchin Medal is an annual award recognising an early-stage researcher for significant published research in the earth sciences in South Australia. The medal commemorates Walter Howchin (1845–1937) for his pioneering geological work and contributions to the State's geological knowledge. The award highlights distinguished research achievements within South Australia.

Medal and formal recognition

Awarded annually to a researcher in the early stage of their career who is distinguished by significant published research work within the earth sciences in South Australia.