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2021 Founders Award Recipients – Jeff Didas & Sylvia Hall (posthumously)
Posted on September 29, 2020
Sylvia Hall In honor and recognition of 37+ years of outstanding contributions to the corrosion industry, NACE organization, female corrosion professionals, and young generations, Sylvia Hall was the epitome of what the Founders Award stands for. During her tenure, she continued to advocate for and support students who are interested in pursuing careers in the […]

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2020 Founders Award Recipient – Doug Moore
Posted on June 8, 2020
During his 39 year tenure with NACE, Doug has held several leadership positions, including Chair of the Finance Committee, Chair of the Certification Committee, and Vice-Chair of the Policy Committee, in addition to various other technical and administrative committees. Doug was elected to the NACE Foundation Board of Directors in 2012 and served until 2019. […]

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2019 Founders Award Recipients – Samir Degan
Posted on October 7, 2019
During his 24-year tenure with NACE International, Dr. Degan has served in multiple leadership roles, including currently serving as Past President for the 2018-2019 term. He has also held numerous positions within the Gateway India Section and East Asia Pacific Area. He headed the annual NACE India event CORCON in 2002, 2013 and 2014. He […]

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2018 Founders Award Recipients – Debbie Goodwin & Andy Nydam
Posted on May 14, 2018
Debbie Goodwin and Andy Nydam have long been the face of the NACE Foundation’s cKit™ efforts, since its creation and implementation in 2005. Although both have retired from teaching, they continue to conduct trainings for teachers, including ASM’s Teacher Materials Camps each summer and the NACE Foundation’s CORROSION: Opportunities Realized mini-camp for high school students […]

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2017 Founders Award Recipient – Dr. Neil G. Thompson, Ph.D.
Posted on May 1, 2017
Dr. Neil G. Thompson was selected as the recipient of the 2017 Founders Award for his longstanding vision, countless years of service, and generous financial commitment to STEM education and the corrosion industry during his tenure with the NACE Foundation. A NACE member of more than 40 years, Dr. Thompson is a NACE Fellow, Past […]

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2016 Founders Award Recipient – Hans E. Schmoldt
Posted on February 3, 2016
Mr. Hans E. Schmoldt, Sr. was selected as the recipient of the 2016 Founders Award. As a member of NACE since 1954, Mr. Schmoldt dedicated his life and career to providing services in cathodic protection (CP) until his retirement in 1990. Apart from his long and auspicious career in the corrosion industry, Mr. Schmoldt has […]

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2015 Founders Award Recipient – Dr. Joe H. Payer
Posted on February 1, 2015
Dr. Joe H. Payer was selected as the recipient of the 2015 Founders Award. He is recognized internationally for his expertise in corrosion and materials performance, and for his commitment in promoting corrosion science and education to the future generation of our industry. An active member of NACE and the corrosion community over the years, […]

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2014 Founders Award Recipient – Dr. Aziz I. Asphahani
Posted on February 1, 2014
Dr. Aziz Asphahani was selected as the recipient of the 2014 Founders Award for his heavy influence on corrosion science and education, as well as his longstanding and continued commitment to the mission and goals of the NACE Foundation. A NACE member of more than 40 years, Dr. Asphahani served both on the NACE International […]

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2013 Founders Award Recipient – Pierre Crevolin
Posted on February 1, 2013
Pierre Crevolin was selected as the recipient of the 2013 Founders Award for his long and distinguished history of commitment to the NACE Foundation. Pierre’s service to the Foundation began as a board member in 2004, serving as the NACE Past President representative. While this was Pierre’s first formal position on the Foundation board, he […]

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2012 Founders Award Recipient – Dick Wilson
Posted on February 1, 2012
Richard M. Wilson served on the Board of Directors for the NACE Foundation from 2008 to 2011. During his tenure, he chaired the Development Committee and was active in the fundraising efforts. Through Carboline, Mr. Wilson continues to support the Foundation in its mission to engage students and educators in the field of corrosion science and engineering. His […]

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