The Advancing Pedology Award from the Soil Science Society of America honors major scientific contributions to soil formation, classification, and mapping research.
Funder: Soil Science Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Advancing Pedology Award, projected)
Funding Amounts: $500 award, certificate, and waived abstract fees for SSSA Annual Meeting; single-year, individual recognition.
Summary: Recognizes outstanding contributions and advancements in pedology, including research, education, or outreach in soil science.
The Advancing Pedology Award, presented by the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA), honors individuals who have made significant and innovative contributions to the field of pedology. The award is designed to recognize excellence in soil science research, education, or outreach, particularly focusing on soil formation, classification, and mapping. Recipients are celebrated for advancing understanding of soil genesis and landscape relationships, and for promoting the importance of pedological studies within the broader soil science community. Awardees are expected to present their work at the Advancing Pedology Colloquium during the ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting.