Awards

A Fellow of the NIST/University of Maryland Joint Quantum Institute, Gretchen Campbell was recognized for pioneering research in "atomtronics" that proved the feasibility of technological applications in this new field by demonstrating the first...

Ana Maria Rey, a physicist and associate researcher in PML and a Fellow at JILA, a joint research institute of NIST and the University of Colorado Boulder, was recognized for advancing theoretical understanding of the complex interactions between...

Lehnert was elected “for developing experimental methods that enable the quantum control and measurement of micro-mechanical oscillators and for developing practical microwave amplifiers that operate at the quantum limit.”

Dr. John Lehman is recognized for pioneering research in the field of carbon nanotubes, leading to the world's most versatile detectors for accurate optical power measurements. Working closely with leading CNT foundries, Dr. Lehman has developed...

Rey was chosen "for her pioneering research on developing fundamental understanding and control of novel quantum systems and finding applications for a wide range of scientific fields including quantum metrology and emerging interface between AMO...

Rey is a top young AMO theorist who has made important contributions to NIST and JILA in the fields of ultracold atoms, ultracold molecules, atomic clocks, quantum information, and other areas. Rey and her group often get directly involved in...

Rey was cited for being an “atomic Physicist advancing our ability to simulate, manipulate, and control novel states of matter through fundamental conceptual research on ultra-cold atoms.”

Jin was cited "for having been the first to cool down molecules so much that she can observe chemical reactions in slow motion, which may help further understanding of molecular processes which are important for medicine or new energy sources."

For outstanding contributions to the field of precise time keeping and time transfer, including pioneering research and development of GNSS time transfer, network time services, and the design of better time scales.

The physicists were awarded the prizes "for the creation and demonstration of the first chip-scale atomic clock."

In recognition of his many years of dedication to and work in the field of scanning electron microscopy including research, instruction, publications, and metrology, industrial and nanomanufacturing applications.

Nesbitt joins one of the nation’s most prestigious organizations, which is also a leading center for independent policy research. Its members make contributions to science and technology policy, energy and global security, social policy and American...

The recipient will have been a member of NCWM for at least ten (10) years, and made significant contributions to the enhancement of the organization as a whole through committee service, important contributions to standards development, served as a...

For the analysis, design, and development of low noise, vibration-immune, and frequency stable frequency control devices.

The Outstanding Referee program … recognize[s] scientists who have been exceptionally helpful in assessing manuscripts for publication in the APS journals.

Dr. Marla L. Dowell is recognized for her visionary leadership of the most comprehensive laser metrology program in the world with strong emphases on both customer service and research outcomes. In ten years, Dr. Dowell has transformed the NIST laser...

The team of Christopher Cromer, John Lehman and Xiaoyu Li are recognized for establishing traceability of multi-kilowatt laser power to fundamental units in support of laser manufacturing and military applications. This accomplishment was the result...

For development of a world-leading program of research and measurement services in phase noise to support industry and national priorities.

For establishing the fundamental science and demonstrating the feasibility of quantum photonic devices needed for quantum communication and metrology.

The Nobel citation notes that Wineland and Haroche's methods have enabled science to take "the very first steps towards building a new type of super fast computer based on quantum physics."

Dr. Ullom is recognized for his exceptional breakthroughs in applied superconductivity and cryogenic engineering. These breakthroughs include the demonstration of the first practical on-chip quantum refrigerators, the development of new...

Came up with an original scientific theory that could lead to medical imaging in microscopic detail for better health care, while also developing innovative technology to allow greater quantities of data to speed across the Internet with less energy...

The award recognizes Cornell's work (in collaboration with Jun Ye) in the search for the electric dipole moment of the electron.

He is recognized for his "fundamental achievements in thermometry, pressure standards, and landmark measurement of universal gas constants; for advances in state-of-the art of thermophysical property measurements including development of spherical...

For her work in applying research in temperature measurement to public health clinics and primary care physician offices.