Kevin P. Thompson Optical Design Innovator Award
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Kevin P. Thompson Optical Design Innovator Award
Presented for significant contributions to lens design, optical engineering, or metrology by an individual.
The contribution is deemed significant, in that, an individual, who is at such an early phase of their career, has contributed substantially by advancing the discipline or application area.
Contributions could include: innovative and rigorous research; optical system design with a foundation in aberration theory; development of advanced metrology capabilities; product development; patents; or publications.
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DeadlinesNominations: References: |
Nominator RequirementsThe nominator must be a current Optica member. |
Nominee Requirements1. Nominees do not need to be Optica members. 2. This award is presented to an individual, joint nominations are not permitted. 3. Nominees must be within ten (10) years of the completion of their highest degree earned in the year the award is presented, excluding career breaks (e.g., eldercare, maternity or paternity leave, adoption). 5. Awards are not presented posthumously, except in the case that the recipient's death occurs after the Selection Committee decision has been made. Important Note: The nominee does not participate in the process. To maintain confidentiality, the necessary facts should be obtained from the nominee only if the complete and correct background information is not available elsewhere. Self-nomination is not permitted. We serve a diverse and inclusive community worldwide. Nominees that reflect and support this diversity across all areas including gender, race, educational/institutional background and geography are especially encouraged. |
Nomination RequirementsAll nomination materials are submitted online through BEAM. Any documents must be uploaded as PDF files. The following is needed for a nomination:
* This information is all entered directly into BEAM. If you have any difficulty using BEAM, please contact us at awards@optica.org. |
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Selection ProcessThe Selection Committee reviews and discusses all eligible nominees. After careful consideration, they make a recommendation that is approved by the Awards Council and Board of Directors. Please note that a minimum of four eligible nominations are required before the Selection Committee may select a recipient. If the minimum is not met, all nominations will be held for consideration the following year. All nominations are automatically considered for up to three review cycles. After consideration by three Selection Committees, the nomination is retired but may be renominated. |
Using BEAM1. Log in to BEAM, our Awards and Honors system, with your Optica credentials. 2. Be sure you are on the "Nominators" tab. 3. Click the "Submit a New Nomination" button and select the appropriate award/medal from the drop-down menu. 4. Enter the name and email address of the nominee. 5. Input the required supporting information and references. Note - references will automatically receive an email with a link to the reference form as soon as you select them as a reference, even if you have not completed/submitted the nomination. 6. Review and submit the nomination prior to the deadline. 7. After submitting the nomination you will receive a confirmation email. |