Advancing Pedology Award
The Advancing Pedology Award from the Soil Science Society of America honors major scientific contributions to soil formation, classification, and mapping.
Funder: Soil Science Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Nomination deadline for SSSA awards including the Advancing Pedology Award, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recognition award; no monetary prize specified
Summary: Honors individuals for outstanding contributions to the science of soil formation, classification, and mapping.
Key Information: Eligibility is open to soil scientists at any career stage, including graduate students; SSSA membership is not required.
Description
The Advancing Pedology Award, presented by the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA), recognizes individuals who have made significant advancements in the field of pedology. This distinction is given to those whose research, scholarship, or leadership has notably shaped the understanding of soil formation, classification, and mapping, thereby contributing to the broader soil science community. The award is intended to highlight and honor exemplary contributions that advance the discipline of pedology.
