The NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal (abbrv. ESAM) was established by NASA on September 15, 1961, when the original ESM was divided into three separate awards. Under its guidelines, the ESAM is awarded for unusually significant scientific contribution toward achievement of aeronautical or space exploration goals. This award may be given for individual efforts that have resulted in a contribution of fundamental importance in this field, or have significantly enhanced understanding of this field.[1]
NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal | |
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Type | Medal |
Country | United States |
Presented by | the National Aeronautics and Space Administration |
Eligibility | Government employees and non-government personnel |
Status | Active |
Established | September 15, 1961 |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Exceptional Achievement Medal Exceptional Service Medal Outstanding Service Medal (obsolete) |
Equivalent | Exceptional Engineering Achievement Medal Exceptional Technology Achievement Medal Exceptional Administrative Achievement Medal Equal Employment Opportunity Medal |
Next (lower) | Exceptional Bravery Medal |
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