At meetings of the IUPAP Council and Commission Chairs, each Commission reports on Awards and their awards program is emphasized. It is considered good publicity. In the past the ICA has discussed the possibility of raising money as gift for the purpose of granting awards.
President Crum makes a proposal - that the sum of 1000 USD be used for award(s) to outstanding early career person. Targeting early career person has the advantage of the award being important for career development. Crum volunteered to Chair a committee to define the criteria for such an award.
There were a number of comments in favor of the proposal. Nelson suggested that nominations could come from Member Societies or individuals with supporting letters.
Crum indicated that his Committee would produce a Nomination “template” to be approved by the Board. Crum will report to the Board at its next meeting.
