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This award was established in 1991 to honor the late Walker Lee Cisler and to provide recognition for leadership and achievements in the field of fast breeder reactor technology and its eventual application to the generation of electric power.

The Walker Cisler Medal is awarded to an individual in recognition of outstanding scientific or engineering research achievements, or the management associated with the design and development of the fast breeder reactor as applied to electric power generation.  This award recognizes and honors excellence in engineering leadership and achievements worthy of international recognition sustained over a period of time.  The award consists of an engraved medal and citation.  The Cisler Medal is to be made no more frequently than once per year.

Nominees need not be ANS members, but must be living at the time of selection.  A full letter of justification must be provided with a narrative summary of about 1,000 words, including accomplishments, period of activity, and significance of achievements.  A list of publications and a brief chronological resume should be included.

Nomination forms are available at this web site or from ANS Headquarters.  The deadline for receipt of nominations is March 1.  Eight sets of the nomination form and supporting materials are required.

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