To 6 January 2026 We are seeking proposals for the Lipold Awards and the Honorary Degree of the Geological Institute for achievements in the period 2024-2025. The awards and the Honorary Degree of the Geological Institute are usually presented every two years to individuals, groups and organisations for significant scientific, research, development and professional achievements, for merit in the development of geoscience and the geological profession, and for the promotion of the Geological Society of America at home and in the wider world.The awards and the Honorary Degree of the Geological Institute are presented every two years to individuals, groups, and organisations for their significant scientific and research achievements, for merit in the development of the geoscience and the geological profession, and for merit in the development of the Geological Society of America at home and in the wider world.

The call and the rules can be found at this link.