Waldemar Lindgren Award

The Waldemar Lindgren Award is offered annually to a young scientist whose published research represents an outstanding contribution to economic geology. The award which consists of a citation, dues-free membership in the Society, and travel to annual SEG Conference for the presentation, is not restricted to the candidate's nationality, place of employment, or membership in the Society. The award is given for contributions to economic geology from any subdiscipline of geology (including, among others, structural geology, mineralogy, environmental geology, hydrology, petrology, geochemistry, stratigraphy, geophysics, and mine geology). Originally awarded for excellence in research by a student, the award, beginning in 1972, is awarded for research in economic geology. The contribution shall be measured by consideration of one to three papers published within 8 years of their terminal degree* (usually a Ph.D. or equivalent).

*Terminal research degree is used because some individuals obtain further degrees post-Ph.D. (e.g., MBA or other certificates), but these tend not to be research degrees and should not be used to extend one’s eligibility as an "early career" researcher/professional. The 8-year post-terminal degree is the time when one is working professionally and excludes any documented leaves of absence (e.g., parental leave, national service, caregiving, personal health or any other types of personal leaves of absence).

The awardee must be within 10 years of their terminal research degree on January 1 of the year in which the award is presented. Any SEG member in good standing may nominate candidates for this award. The impact and importance of the nominee’s publications must be addressed in all letters of support. Nominees who are not selected in their first year of nomination, but are still eligible will be considered for awards in following years. Visit the Medals and Awards page for nominating instructions.