Ernest O. Lawrence Award

The Ernest O. Lawrence Award is a prestigious honor given by the U.S. Department of Energy to recognize notable achievements in the field of scientific research, particularly in the areas of nuclear science and related disciplines. Established in 1980, it commemorates Dr. Ernest O. Lawrence, who invented the cyclotron, an important type of particle accelerator. The award highlights contributions that advance the understanding of energy, science, and technology, and it is awarded annually to individuals who have made significant impacts in these fields.