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The 19th Li Siguang Geological Science Award ceremony in Beijing honored 15 individuals for their significant contributions to geological science and fieldwork. Seven received the Research Award, and eight the Field Work Award. Recognizing the critical role of geological work in securing China’s energy and resources, officials emphasized innovation and the cultivation of young talent to uphold Li Siguang’s legacy. The biennial award commemorates the renowned geologist and aims to advance geological science and serve national development goals in resource security and energy transformation.
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Fifteen individuals received China”s highest geological science award this year, recognized for their outstanding contributions to fieldwork and advancements in geological science technology.
The prize ceremony for the 19th Li Siguang Geological Science Award was held in Beijing recently. Seven scholars received the Li Siguang Geological Science Research Award, while eight were honored with the Li Siguang Geological Science Field Work Award.
“China is now in a critical period of striving to safeguard national energy and resource security and achieve high-level self-reliance in science and technology. As a pioneering and fundamental undertaking for economic and social development, geological work shoulders a glorious mission and heavy responsibilities,” Guan said.
Guan highlighted the importance of innovation, describing it as “the primary driving force for advancing the geological cause.”
“We will also focus on cultivating young scientific and technological talents, ensuring the inheritance of Li Siguang’s spirit among the new generation of geological workers, and jointly serving national resource security and energy transformation and development,” he added.
The Li Siguang Geological Science Award was established to commemorate famous Chinese geologist Li Siguang and to promote the spirit of science. The award is presented every two years.
