The Roger W. Boom Award is named in honor of the emeritus professor from the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Boom’s career spanned more than thirty years during which he motivated a large number of young scientists and engineers to pursue careers in cryogenic engineering and applied superconductivity.
Applicants will be judged by the selection committee, which consists of individuals familiar with Dr. Boom's career. The committee is presently chaired by Dr. Christopher Rey of Energy to Power Solutions, who is himself a Boom Awardee. The CSA Board of Technical Directors will make the final determination of the award, which consists of a $500 check, a plaque, and a lifetime complimentary membership in CSA. The award is presented biennially at the Applied Superconductivity Conference.
Selection Criteria: Candidates for the Roger W. Boom Award must be at the time of application under 40 years of age and permanently employed by US industry, government laboratories or universities. The particular area of expertise of the candidate is not a criterion, but industrial experience is desirable.
