Founded in 1972, the Marconi Society recognizes the achievements of living scientists in the field of information and communications science. In addition to annually selecting Marconi Fellows whose accomplishments have significantly benefited mankind, the organization also recognizes outstanding young scientists and engineers (age 27 or younger at the time of nomination) who have demonstrated exceptional capabilities and potential. Young Scholars receive a $4000 cash prize plus $1000 in expenses to attend the annual awards gala September 6th 2012 in Irvine, CA. This is an opportunity for your brightest young researchers to gain well-deserved recognition, and meet and network with some of the industry’s best-known scientists and engineers.

The following is a link to the nomination instructions:

http://marconisociety.org/youngscholars/selectioncriteria.html

Nominations must be submitted on behalf of a candidate by a faculty advisor and/or technical manager. 

Sincerely,