Twenty-four graduate students were recognized for their academic achievements and current materials research, which exhibit a high level of excellence and distinction. Of the 242 applications processed this year, the 24 finalists were chosen on the merits of exceptional abilities and promise for significant future achievement in materials research. Gold or Silver Awards were decided based on oral or poster presentations given on the afternoon of Tuesday, November 27.

The Graduate Student Awards were presented at the Awards Ceremony in the Grand Ballroom of the Sheraton Boston Hotel. Prizes consisted of $400 and a presentation plaque for the Gold Award winners and $200 and a certificate for the Silver Award winners. For more information, visit www.mrs.org/f12-gsa.