Awards and Recognition

The CIGLR Staff Awards program recognizes the outstanding work done by our staff and postdoctoral research fellows.
About the three awards:

 

1. Research Excellence: given for outstanding performance in laboratory research, field work, computer modeling, and/or data analysis. Special consideration is given to scientific achievements, innovative work, and advances that lead to products that serve CIGLR’s mission.
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2. Science for Society: recognizes exceptional activities or accomplishments that support the pathway from science to public services. These translational activities may include (i) outreach, including advancement of public understanding of CIGLR research, (ii) engagement, including the co-design of research with stakeholders, development of products that serve society, and policy engagement.
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3. Community: given for exceptional contributions to building the CIGLR community, encouraging teamwork, and excellence in mentoring.

Congratulations to our 2025 award recipients!

Research Excellence:
Teige O’Brien
Science for Society:
Lindsay Fitzpatrick
Community:
Margaret Throckmorton

2025 Award Finalists:
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Research Excellence Award:
    • Teige O’Brien, Biogeochemical Laboratory Analyst – Recipient
    • Yang Song, Hydrodynamic Modeler – Runner-up
Science for Society Award: 
    • Lindsay Fitzpatrick, Environmental Data Specialist – Recipient
    • Maddie Tomczak, Food Web Laboratory Analyst – Runner-up
Community Award: 
    • Margaret Throckmorton, Administrative Project Coordinator – Recipient
Past Awards