CEC – Samuel C. Collins Award

Nominations Now Open

The Samuel C. Collins Award is presented to an individual who has given outstandingly of themselves in the identification and solution of cryogenic engineering problems and who has demonstrated their commitment to the cryogenic community through dedicated and unselfish professional service and leadership. The award is open to persons without regard to national origin.

Award

The award consists of:

• A metal-on-walnut plaque
• A $2,500 honorarium
• Up to $1,000 to cover personal travel expenses to accept the award
• Free registration at the current and all future CEC conferences they attend
• An electronic copy of the CEC proceedings, whether or not they attend

How to Nominate

Nominations are encouraged and may be submitted by January 12, 2027.

The nominator should submit a nomination package containing:

• A brief statement (no more than two pages) explaining why the nominee deserves the Collins Award
• A complete resume
• A list of publications, patents, and other relevant accomplishments
• At least two letters supporting the nomination

Nominators are encouraged to include copies of significant publications, inventions, and/or patents with the nomination package.

Submit nominations by email to:

Franklin Miller
CEC 2027 Awards Chair
Email

Nomination deadline: January 12, 2027

After selection, CEC will notify the awardee but does not normally communicate with the other nominees.

Former recipients