International Palladium Medal

In 1958, the Société de Chimie Industrielle instituted the International Palladium Medal, which "may be awarded biannually to an individual who has distinguished himself or herself by reason of outstanding contribution to the chemical industry of such character and scope as to enhance the international aims and objectives of the Société de Chimie Industrielle."

2011 Awardee

Dr. Stephanie A. Burns

Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer
Dow Corning

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Othmer Gold Medal Award

The Othmer Gold Medal is awarded annually by the Chemical Heritage Foundation in Philadelphia (CHF). It recognizes an individual who has contributed in multiple ways to the world's chemical heritage. The Société de Chimie Industrielle, as a member of CHF's Heritage Council, participates in identifying and nominating candidates for this award.

Winthrop-Sears Award

Société de Chimie Industrielle also nominates a candidate for the Winthrop-Sears Medal, given by the Chemists´ Club. The Winthrop-Sears Medal was established in 1970 by the Chemical Industry Association to recognize individuals who, by their entrepreneurial action, contributed to the vitality of the chemical industry and the betterment of mankind.