Established in 1991 by the Fusion Energy Division of the American Nuclear Society, the Edward Teller award recognizes pioneering research and leadership in the use of laser and ion-particle beams to produce unique high-temperature and high-density matter for scientific research and for controlled thermonuclear fusion.
The award is normally presented at the International Conference on Inertial Fusion Science Applications (IFSA) during odd-numbered years, and consists of a silver medal embedded in a solid oak plaque and a monetary award.
Awards to Laboratory scientists have been received by:
Target for 2003 experiments at NIF
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early steps toward the goal of fusion ignition.