The award, given by the Institute of Refrigeration (IoR) in the U.K. and sponsored by J&E Hall International since 1977, recognizes the most noteworthy practical contribution to the field of refrigeration. The awardee holds the Gold Medal for one year and receives a silver replica of the medal and £5000.
Dr. McLinden is cited for “applying state-of-the-art thermodynamic property tools to address a key challenge facing the industry, namely the identification of new, environmentally friendly refrigerants.”