G.K. Gilbert Award

Nominations for the 2022 Gilbert Award should be sent directly to coordinator Nick Lang. Electronic submissions are preferred. Nominations should include a cover letter detailing the accomplishments of the nominee, supporting letters from colleagues, and a current CV. The deadline for nominations is December 15, 2021.

The G. K. Gilbert Award will be considered annually in accordance with the bylaws of the Society. The award will be made for outstanding contributions to the solution of a fundamental problem(s) of planetary geology in its broadest sense, including planetary geology, geochemistry, mineralogy, petrology, and tectonics, geophysics, and the field of meteoritics. Such contributions may consist either of a single outstanding publication, or a series of publications that have had great influence on the field. The award is named for G. K. Gilbert, who over one hundred years ago clearly recognized the importance of a planetary perspective in solving terrestrial geological problems.

The award consists of an engraved plaque and an appropriate certificate, which is recommended by the management board of the Division, and approved by the GSA Council. A person selected by and familiar with the Recipient's work presents a citation reviewing the contributions of the Recipient.

Congratulations to Janice Bishop of the SETI Institute, the 2021 Gilbert awardee!

2021 Gilbert awardee Janice Bishop (SETI Institute)
We recognize Dr. Bishop with our division’s highest award for her outstanding contributions to our field.

From her nominator, Dr. Joseph Michalski: "For over 20 years, Dr. Bishop has been one of the leaders of the planetary geology community. Her contributions include well respected and extremely well cited works focused on mineralogy, geochemistry, geology and remote sensing of planets and planetary analog materials. She has also demonstrated a strong commitment to student advising, community service, science communication, mission involvement and international cooperation."

Past Gilbert Awardees