The Guise Medal recognizes eminent achievement in the advancement of the science and technology of fire protection engineering.
Dr. Forney is being recognized for his unique and exceptional combination of skills: a deep understanding of fire physics, advanced expertise in applied mathematics and computational methods, and the rare ability to translate technical innovation into practical, lasting tools through perseverance. He single-handedly developed foundational numerical and visualization tools for fire models, significantly advancing the field of fire protection engineering.