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Katherine Scharer (U.S. Geological Survey): Dr. Scharer’s com- Michael H. Taylor (University of Kansas): Dr. Michael H. Taylor
prehensive research on San Andreas fault paleoseismology, appli- has made outstanding contributions to our current understanding of
cation of novel Quaternary geochronology methods to estimate continental deformation through creative integration of detailed
earthquake timing, and commitment to earthquake hazards out- field mapping with cutting-edge analytical methods in the fields of
reach and education will have lasting impacts in the field of paleo- remote sensing, digital-topographic-data analysis, space geodesy,
seismology. Her leadership distinguishes her as one of the best in thermochronology, seismology, and evolutionary biology. —An Yin
our profession. —Robert C. Witter
Ashraf Uddin (Auburn University): Professor Ashraf is nomi-
“… one of the best in our profession.” nated for Fellow of the Geological Society of America for his
extensive research on the geology of the Bengal basin, including
Marcia K. Schulmeister (Emporia State University): Dr. Marcia the geochemistry of arsenic enriched sediments in the basin, as
Schulmeister excels at educating geoscientists. At Emporia State well as his studies of the Carboniferous history of the southern
University, she co-founded an online M.S. program, established a Appalachians. —John W. Geissman
research station, and connects to industry to give students experi-
ence and research opportunities. She’s provided leadership for Sally E. Walker (University of Georgia): Sally Walker’s contribu-
GSA’s South-Central Section, including serving as chair for its tions include outstanding research in paleobiology and taphonomy
very successful 2010 meeting. —Susan Stover in settings from Antarctica to Ecuador to Iceland; spectacular
efforts in teaching, including memorable annual field trips to
Richard L. Smith (U.S. Geological Survey): Dr. Smith is an emi- Sapelo Island; extensive outreach to the public at all levels; and
nent microbiologist who reaches across disciplines to explore hydro- dedicated service in editing journals and books and organizing
geologic controls on microbial communities and biogeochemical scholarly meetings. —L. Bruce Railsback
processes in aquifers, rivers, and lakes. His expertise, creativity,
leadership, and collaborative approach have resulted in new holistic Ray J. Weldon II (University of Oregon): Ray Weldon has made
approaches to quantifying transport and reaction of nutrients and significant contributions to neotectonics and paleoseismology by
contaminants in aquatic systems. —John Karl F.P. Bohlke combining detailed field studies of recently active faults with ana-
lytical work. Much of his research success stems from his excep-
David B. Spears (Virginia Dept. of Mines, Minerals, and Energy): tional skill at training and mentoring geologists over at least the
David Spears has had a significant impact on the field of geology as past 30 years. —Marli B. Miller
a researcher, advocate, and member of the GSA community. He is
directly sought for his involvement and expertise, with the ability to Julia Smith Wellner (University of Houston): Dr. Wellner is an
translate the complexities of science and make them understandable internationally recognized marine geologist, having participated
to policy makers and the public. —Joe Gillman in eleven Antarctic expeditions, including as co-chief scientist on
IODP Expedition 379 to the Amundsen Sea, off West Antarctica,
Robin Strachan (University of Portsmouth): For outstanding and chief scientist for the THOR (Thwaites Glacier) Expedition.
contributions to structural geology, to understanding the geology She is also recognized as an innovative educator and mentor.
of the Appalachian-Caledonide-Variscan orogen and to the geosci- —Suzanne O’Connell
ence community as science editor of several journals including
Geological Society of America Bulletin and the Journal of the Andrew C. Wilcox (University of Montana): Andrew Wilcox’s
Geological Society of London. —J. Brendan Murphy applied research in fluvial geomorphology builds from fundamental
research on hydrology, hydraulics, and sediment dynamics to exam-
Donna Surge (University of North Carolina): Dr. Surge is an ine questions relevant to societal management of rivers, including
internationally renowned sclerochronologist and a dedicated edu- dam removal, environmental flows, the effects of mining contami-
cator who blends paleontology, low-temperature geochemistry, nants, and numerical modeling of vegetation-sediment interactions
paleoclimatology, paleoecology, and archaeology to understand in the context of changing river flows. —Ellen E. Wohl
past climates. She has a strong commitment to training the next
generation of geoscientists. —David P. Gillikin

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