Joseph R. Vilella Award


The Joseph R. Vilella Award is given to the author of a published paper that is of outstanding merit in the field of metallography as this field is defined in the scope of Committee E4. The award is established to recognize outstanding contributions in metallography and to stimulate research and further encourage the extension of this knowledge. The award commemorates Joseph R. Vilella for his significant and outstanding contributions to the field of metallography.


Form of Award: Shadow box plaque with grey background and maroon matting with ASTM International logo
Limitation(s): If in the opinion of the Task Group, none of the papers reviewed is worthy of the award, no award shall be given that year. If more than one paper is considered outstanding, two awards may be given in that year. No more than two awards may be given in the same year.
Administrative Responsibility: Honors and Awards Department
Nomination Deadline: March 15
Nomination Send To: Kate McClung
Phone Number: 610-832-9717
Email: kmcclung@astm.org
Awarded By: E04

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