The A.S. Romer - G.G. Simpson medal, the society's highest award, is awarded for sustained and outstanding scholarly excellence in the discipline of vertebrate paleontology.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Nominees do NOT need to be members of SVP.
- Nominees may include vertebrate paleontologists who have made outstanding and sustained contributions to the field from mid to senior career levels.
HOW TO NOMINATE
Submit nominations during the annual nomination period via the SVP online system. Nominations are confidential and candidates should not be informed of the submission. You will be asked to provide the following:
- A formal letter of nomination.
- At least two (2) seconding letters of support. Each letter must bear the contact information of the person providing the letter (name, institution, phone and e-mail address). Nominating and supporting letters should explain how the individual fits the criteria for the award, emphasizing the nominee's contributions to Vertebrate Paleontology over the span of his/her career.
- Curriculum Vitae of the nominee.
- A photo of the nominee and a brief (300-500 word) bio (these will only be used for the SVP Awards Banquet if the nominee receives this award).
Be sure to name all uploaded files with the nominee's name and a description (e.g. John Smith Photo).
Nominations for the 2025 Romer-Simpson Medal are now being accepted. Click here to access the online nomination form. The submission deadline is April 1, 2025, at 11:59 pm ET.
QUESTIONS?
Contact David Krause, Chair, Romer-Simpson Medal Panel