Scientific American’s “Young American Scientists” is a new annual recognition program honoring early- and mid-career researchers whose work is advancing discovery, expanding knowledge, and helping shape the future of science.
Two NASA Scientists Receive USGS, NASA 2025 William T. Pecora Award
Award: The William T. Pecora Award recognizes outstanding scientific contributions toward a better understanding of Earth through satellite or aerial remote sensing. The award is presented annually by the U.S. Geological Survey and NASA. Awarded to: Eric Vermote, a research physical scientist with NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. Vermote is recognized for […]
2026 Sylvia A. Earle Award for Exploration Excellence by the Explorers Club
Award: The Sylvia A. Earle Award for Exploration Excellence, previously known as the Citation of Merit, is an annual award given by the Explorers Club to an individual or team in recognition of outstanding feats of exploration or contributions to the welfare and objectives of the Explorers Club. Awarded to: The SPHEREx mission team, including […]
2025 Excellence in Earth and Space Science Award by the American Geophysical Union
Award: The American Geophysical Union’s 2025 Excellence in Earth and Space Science Award is given annually to a mid-career or senior scientist team, individual, or group demonstrating a sustained commitment to excellence in geophysical education. Awarded to: Daniella Scalice, Communication and Engagement Lead, NASA’s Astrobiology Program. Daniella’s work can be characterized, in a word, […]
2025 Open Science Recognition Prize by the American Geophysical Union
Award: The American Geophysical Union’s 2025 Open Science Recognition Prize, awarded to a person or team for outstanding work in advancing Open Science related to Earth and space science and its impact globally. Awarded to: Dr. Chelle Gentemann, senior program executive at the International Computer Science Institute on an Intergovernmental Personnel Act assignment as the […]
2025 Open Science Recognition Prize by the American Geophysical Union
Award: The American Geophysical Union’s 2025 Open Science Recognition Prize, awarded to a person or team for outstanding work in advancing Open Science related to Earth and space science and its impact globally. Awarded to: The Prithvi Geospatial Foundation Model team, for their work on the open-access foundation model, trained on data from the Harmonized Landsat […]