Recognizing Influence in Atmospheric Science
The Yoram J. Kaufman Outstanding Research and Unselfish Cooperation Award is presented annually and recognizes a senior scientist’s broad influence in atmospheric science. Notable contributions can include the awardee’s exceptional creativity, inspiration of younger scientists, mentoring, international collaborations, and unselfish cooperation in research.
This award was named in honor of Yoram J. Kaufman, an atmospheric scientist who served as a mentor and devoted his career to international collaborations on the atmospheric aerosols that influence the Earth’s climate. The award is presented at the Atmospheric Sciences section dinner at the AGU Fall Meeting.
- A $1,000 prize
- An award certificate
- A lecture certificate
- Recognition at AGU's annual meeting the year the honor is awarded
- Ticket to the Atmospheric Sciences section dinner at AGU's annual meeting the year the honor is awarded
- International recipients will receive an additional $500 to subsidize travel costs to attend the meeting
About the Atmospheric Sciences Section
The Atmospheric Sciences Section studies the physics, chemistry, and dynamics of the atmosphere, particularly the two layers closest to Earth’s surface, the stratosphere and troposphere. These layers are crucial to life because they regulate the planetary surface temperature, play an integral role in the world’s water cycle, and screen the planet from high-energy radiation.
Eligibility
- an active AGU member
- an experienced senior scientist who is an established leader in their field