IEEE Judith A. Resnik Award
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Awarded forOutstanding contributions to space engineering within the fields of interest of the IEEE
First award1989
WebsiteJudith A. Resnik Space Award
| IEEE Judith A. Resnik Award | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Outstanding contributions to space engineering within the fields of interest of the IEEE |
| Presented by | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers |
| First award | 1989 |
| Website | Judith A. Resnik Space Award |
The IEEE Judith A. Resnik Award is a technical field award presented by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) to either an individual, or a team, "for outstanding contributions to space engineering within the fields of interest of the IEEE".[1]
The award is named in honor of Judith A. Resnik, a mission specialist, killed when the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated during launch in January 1986 and was established later that year. Recipients receive a bronze medal, certificate, and honorarium.[1]
Through 2012, the IEEE administered the award process.[2] The IEEE Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society assumed administration of the award starting in 2015.[3]
