USPAS Prize FAQs

USPAS Prize for Achievement in Accelerator Science & Technology FAQs

What can you tell me about this prize?

The USPAS prize honors individuals by recognizing their outstanding achievements over the full range of accelerator science and technology. Three prizes are awarded every three years. One of the prizes will be awarded to an “early-achievement” of a scientist or engineer made within 15 years of their last degree, and the other two prizes will be awarded in the "general" category. The prizes are awarded on a competitive basis.

How is the Prize Committee selected?

The USPAS Director appoints the Prize Committee Chair who in turn appoints their committee members who select the recipients from nominations received.

May I submit a nomination package electronically or must I submit a hard copy?

You may submit nominations by email to the USPAS Office.

What should be included in the nomination package?

Name and institution of the nominee.
Nomination letter with description of accomplishments.
Supporting documents, CV and suggested citation.
Up to three letters of support. Letters may have multiple signatures.

What criteria does the Committee use when choosing the USPAS prize recipient?

Quality, impact and number of scientific/technical contributions to the field.
Realization of concepts in working accelerators; leadership and vision in machine building; putting concepts into practice.
Level of impact: degree to which concepts have led to the production of more or better science or has the potential for doing so in the future.
Other factors, especially teaching and mentoring of young scientists and engineers.

How long do you keep a nomination on file?

Nominations are kept for 2 prize cycles. Expired nominations may be renewed. Early achievement nominations where the nominee advances beyond 15 years of their last degree will be evaluated in the general category.

Where can I find out more about the USPAS prize?

More details can be found here on the USPAS website: USPAS Prize.