Not Currently Accepting Nominations.
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Middle Career
Experienced
Award Type
Section Lectures
Of Note
Invitation to present at annual meeting;
Presented two out of every three years;
Peer nomination required
Presented two out of every three years;
Peer nomination required
Established 1989
Recognizing significant contributions to Space Science
The Eugene Parker Lecture is presented two out of every three years to a space scientist who has made significant contributions to the fields of solar and heliospheric science. It is named to honor the life and work of solar astrophysicist Eugene N. Parker, a pioneer in the study of solar wind. The lecture is presented during the AGU Fall Meeting.
The Parker Lecture is also part of the Bowie Lecture Series, established to commemorate the 50th presentation of the William Bowie medal, AGU’s highest honor.
Honor Benefits
Recipients receive the following:
- Lecture certificate
- Recognition in Eos
- Recognition at AGU's annual meeting during the lecture presentation year
- An invitation to present the Parker Lecture at AGU's annual meeting during the lecture presentation year
- A ticket to the Space Physics and Aeronomy section dinner at AGU's annual meeting during the lecture presentation year
About The Space Physics and Aeronomy Section
The Space Physics and Aeronomy Section is united by its interest in the Sun, the heliosphere and the upper atmospheres and magnetospheres of solar system planets and small bodies.
Eligibility
Nominee
The nominee must be an active AGU member.
Nominators
Nominators are not required to hold an active AGU membership.
Thesis/research advisors are eligible nominators.
All Parties
Must be in compliance with AGU's conflict of interest and professional conduct policies.
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