Nomination procedures

General guidelines for nominators

There is no prescribed nomination form but nominations must include the following information:

1. Identification of nominee. Include a person's name, all professional or home contact details, present occupational title, and institutional affiliation. Enclose a full curriculum vitae. If a group is nominated, please include the names of all members of the group and indicate which name is that of its representative. If an organisation is nominated, please provide the full address and the name of director, president, etc.
2. Summary of accomplishment. Provide a brief statement (one to two pages) of the discoveries, improvements, or other contributions of the individual group or organisation in the fields for which the award is proposed.
3. Detailed description of contributions. Provide a detailed explanation of the contributions and explain why each is significant. Describe how each was accomplished. Mention any major involvement of others.
4. Evidence of contributions. Enclose only two or three examples of publications, or other evidence, which best represent the nominee's contributions. Materials will be retained unless otherwise requested.
5. References. Provide three letters of recommendation from individuals who can assess the nominee's contributions.