The Distinguished Career Award is designed to recognize long-term achievement in advancing the goals and mission of NOAA. The intent of the Career Award is to honor contributions which represent sustained excellence and cumulative career achievements rather than a single, defined accomplishment.
Center Recipients (in bold)
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| 2007 – |
Robin S. Waples |
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For groundbreaking applied research in the field of conservation genetics which greatly advanced the protection of genetic diversity in marine organisms.
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| 2005 – |
Usha Varanasi |
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For thirty years as both a scientist and leader, significantly advancing the field of Ecotoxicology, applying research to pressing environmental challenges, and creating a high-performing NOAA Fisheries organization.
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2004 -
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Dr. Walton Dickhoff
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For scientific contributions to salmonid physiology and endocrinology and its application to management issues throughout 18 years of NOAA service.
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