Advancing Pedology Award
The Advancing Pedology Award from the Soil Science Society of America honors a groundbreaking peer-reviewed publication that advances research in soil science and pedology.
Funder: Soil Science Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: $500 award, certificate, and waived abstract fees for SSSA Annual Meeting (one-time, non-renewable)
Summary: Recognizes a single, outstanding peer-reviewed contribution advancing the field of pedology (soil science) within the past 5 years.
Key Information: This is an anticipated/forecasted opportunity; dates and details may shift—check the program page for updates.
Description
The Advancing Pedology Award, administered by the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA), honors exceptional contributions to the field of pedology. This annual award recognizes a single, well-defined peer-reviewed publication (journal article or book chapter) that has significantly advanced understanding in soil genesis, classification, mapping, or related subfields. The award aims to encourage innovation and excellence in pedological research, and recipients are expected to present their work at the Advancing Pedology Colloquium during the ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting.
