revised (05/15/2008)

Intent of the Award

The Award is to recognize mid-career scientists for excellence in the contribution of new knowledge to clay minerals science through original and scholarly research. The Awardee is to be within the ages of 39 and 60.

b) The nominator needs to prepare a cover letter and a resume of the nominee. (Supporting letters are not required.) The cover letter should summarize the major accomplishments and contributions of the nominee to clay mineral science. The cover letter should explain why the nominee is especially well qualified to receive the Jackson Award. The resume of the nominee should not exceed 4 pages and it can be prepared with assistance from the nominee. Nominating materials must be received by the committee chair no later than 31 March 2009. Electronic Submission is preferred:

Steve J. Chipera, Committee Chair
Chesapeake Energy Corporation
900 NW 59th St.
RTC-105
Oklahoma City, OK  73118
United States
Phone: (405) 879-6899
Email: SChipera@chkenergy.com

c) The Award Committee in recommending the candidate to the CMS Council shall prepare a brief statement summarizing the major accomplishments and contributions of the nominee to clay minerals science. This statement shall be read as part of the award presentation by the Society President.