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Call for Nominations
2009 Pittsburgh Analytical Chemistry Award
The Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh is accepting
nominations for the 31st Annual Pittsburgh Analytical Chemistry
Award, which will be presented at the 2009 Pittsburgh
Conference. In addition to a cash award, travel costs to Pittcon®
2009 are also included. The award is presented in recognition of
significant contributions to the field of analytical chemistry
including:
• Introduction of a significant technique, theory or instrument
and
• Providing exceptional training or a fertile environment for
progress in analytical chemistry.
To nominate a candidate for the 2009 Pittsburgh Analytical
Chemistry Award, send a letter and the candidate’s CV to:
Dr. Adrian C. Michael
The Pittsburgh Analytical Chemistry Award Chairman
c/o The Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh
300 Penn Center Blvd., Suite 332
Pittsburgh, PA 15235-5503
2009 Pittsburgh Spectroscopy Award
The Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh (SSP), a sponsor of the
Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied
Spectroscopy, is the sponsor of the annual Pittsburgh
Spectroscopy Award. This award is for recognition of outstanding
contributions in the field of applied spectroscopy and is presented
at the annual Pittcon Conference and Exposititon.
A nomination should include a letter of recommendation listing the
candidate’s accomplishments, a letter seconding the nomination
from another person and, if convenient, a letter from a third
person supporting the nomination.
Nominations should be sent to:
Dr. Joanne Smith
Pittsburgh Spectroscopy Award Chairman
300 Penn Center Blvd., Suite 332
Pittsburgh, PA 15235-5503
NOMINATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 16, 2008
Supporting letters of nomination will also be accepted but should
be limited to one page.
NOMINATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 21, 2008
For more information, visit the SACP Website at www.sacp.org
2009 Pittsburgh Conference
Achievement Award
The Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh solicits
nominations for the 2009 Pittsburgh Conference Achievement
Award. The Award is presented annually at Pittcon to recognize
individuals for outstanding achievements in the fields of analytical
chemistry and/or applied spectroscopy. To be eligible for the 2009
award, nominees must have completed their Ph.D. no earlier than
March 1, 1998. A letter of nomination and at least one seconding
letter should be sent to:
The Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh
Attn: Achievement Award Committee
300 Penn Center Blvd., Suite 332
Pittsburgh, PA 15235-5503
NOMINATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 11, 2008
2009 Ralph N. Adams Award
in Bioanalytical Chemistry
The Ralph N. Adams Award in Bioanalytical Chemistry will be
presented at Pittcon 2009, and includes a cash award and travel
expenses. The award recognizes significant contributions to the
field of bioanalytical chemistry, broadly defined. The recipient will
have introduced a significant technique, theory, instrument or
application important to the life sciences, and provided an
exceptional environment to educate bioanalytical chemists. Ralph
N. Adams (1924 - 2002) exemplified these characteristics as a
distinguished professor of chemistry at the University of Kansas.
Previous nominations will be considered for a total period of three
years. Nominations should include a nomination letter, 4-5
supporting letters and an abbreviated biosketch of the candidate.
Completed nominations in one packet should be submitted to:
Ralph N. Adams Award Committee
The Pittsburgh Conference
300 Penn Center Boulevard, Suite 332
Pittsburgh, PA 15235-5503
NOMINATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 16, 2008
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