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Hodgkins Medal

Hodgkins Medal

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The Hodgkins Medal is awarded annually or biennially by the Smithsonian Institution for important contributions to the understanding of the physical environment as it affects the welfare of man. [1]

Hodgkins medal awarded to J.J. Thomson, 1902

It was established in 1893 in honor of Thomas George Hodgkins, who left his fortune to the Smithsonian, stipulating that a portion be used to promote atmospheric research.[2]

Recipients

Recipients include:

See also

References

  1. [1]
    "Awards and Medals". Smithsonian. Archived from the original on 5 October 2017. Retrieved 19 June 2017.
  2. [2]
    "Hodgkins Medal". Smithsonian Institution Archives. Retrieved 19 June 2017.
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