Criteria:

1. Advancement of the state-of-the-knowledge in systems engineering and integration
2. Potential for the advancement of the state-of-the-practice of systems engineering and integration within the next 5 to 10 years

Application Process:

1. A completed award application form. This form can be downloaded from the INCOSE website.
2. Each applicant MUST have two faculty references submit recommendation letters on their behalf. Recommendation forms can also be downloaded from the INCOSE website.
3. Completed application forms and faculty references must be received by 1 May of each year. (The award will be made at the annual INCOSE symposium)

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Status as qualified Ph.D. student in a degree program with research proposal approved.
2. An applicant seeking the award must submit an application.
3. Applicants may not receive more than one award.