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AAMI Foundation / ACCE Robert L. Morris Humanitarian Award
(Sponsored by a grant from ACCE)

J. Tobey Clark, CCE 2009 Award Recipient

In honor of Robert Morris, this award has been created to recognize individuals whose humanitarian efforts have applied health technology to improving global human conditions.  

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Sound knowledge of engineering principles demonstrated through formal training, teaching, research and/or publications of an engineering nature and technical contributions through humanitarian work.
• Active participation in meaningful worldwide health technology related projects for at least three or more years.
• A leading role in planning or implementing health technology, international outreach or educational programs.
• Volunteerism and altruistic components associated with these international projects.
• Outstanding qualities as a positive role model, and a passion and dedication whether through work-related humanitarian efforts or “extra-curricular activities” as exemplified by Robert Morris.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• An impact on quality, accessibility, efficacy, and/or safety of health technology deployment and/or application in international regions.
• Actions of sharing program outcomes through oral and/or printed mediums.
• Facilitation to establish a sustainable program.

NOTE:  This is not limited to engineers.  BMETs, engineers, physicians, and computer software engineers, and government and non-profit employees could qualify.

This award includes a check for $1,000 and an engraved plaque.

The deadline for receipt of nominations is March 31, 2010. Link here to download the award nomination form. For more information, contact Susan DeCourcey at 703-525-4890, ext. 232 or e-mail sdecourcey@aami.org.