Advancing Pedology Award
The Advancing Pedology Award from the Soil Science Society of America honors innovative research advancing understanding of soil formation, classification, and mapping.
Funder: Soil Science Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $500 cash award, certificate, and waived abstract fees for the SSSA Annual Meeting; 1 recipient/year
Summary: Recognizes outstanding contributions advancing research and understanding in pedology, including soil formation, classification, and mapping.
Key Information: Projected annual cycle; nomination must highlight a single, well-defined peer-reviewed contribution.
Description
This award honors individuals who have made significant, innovative contributions to the field of pedology, with an emphasis on research that advances the understanding of soil formation, classification, and mapping. The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) presents this award to highlight the foundational importance of pedology in soil science and to encourage continued excellence and innovation. Recipients are expected to deliver a presentation at the Advancing Pedology Colloquium during the ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting.
