“2004 Plasma Science and Applications Award”

Dave Hammer is being recognized by the Society "for fundamental contributions to the understanding of intense relativistic electron beam propagation, intense ion beam generation and propagation, innovative plasma diagnostic development for intense beam devices, x-ray source development using novel plasma pinches, and for his commitment to the mentoring of graduate students in the field of plasma science." This prestigious award is presented annually to an individual who has demonstrated "outstanding contributions to the field of plasma science." It is awarded by the IEEE Nuclear and Plasma Sciences Society. In recognition of this award, Professor Hammer will present a plenary address at the 2004 IEEE International Conference on Plasma Science in Baltimore June 2004.