Nomination Process

The W.O. Atwater Lectureship was established in 1968 to honor the memory of Wilbur Olin Atwater (1844-1907) and to recognize scientists who have made unique contributions toward improving the diet and nutrition of people around the world. Atwater, considered the father of modern nutrition research and education, was the U.S. Department of Agriculture's first chief of nutrition investigations.

The Lecture is on a scientific trend or policy issue of the Lecturer's choice. An honorarium of $2,000, a medallion, and expenses to attend the meeting to present the Lecture are part of the award.

The 2008 W.O. Atwater Memorial Lecture was given on April 8, 2008 in San Diego, CA.

2008 W.O. Atwater Memorial Lecturer

Robert P. Heaney, Professor of Medicine, Osteoporosis Research Center, Creighton University Medical Center

Nutrients and the Problem of Proof

Nomination Process

Nominations for the Agricultural Research Service W.O. Atwater Memorial Lectureship are accepted in October. Please send:

1. A letter explaining the nominee's contributions to nutrition
2. Nominee's current curriculum vitae

To: Kim Kaplan, Lecture Coordinator
ARS Information Staff, Room 1-2253
5601 Sunnyside Ave., Beltsville, MD 20705.

(Nominations may not be faxed or emailed)

Nominees may be outstanding senior contributors in industry, universities, or government positions. Current ARS employees are not eligible.

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