F. G. Tatnall
The F. G. Tatnall Award, established in 1967, recognizes individuals who have made outstanding service contributions to the Society through participation on ad hoc and standing committees and/or in elective and appointed positions. The award citation reads, “for long and distinguished service to the Society.”
Nominees are sought from the general membership.
2025 Recipient

In recognition of long and distinguished service to the Society.
Peter Ifju
Peter Ifju is the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Excellence Term Professor in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department at the University of Florida. He received a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering Science in 1992, an M.S. in Engineering Science and Mechanics in 1989, and a B.S. in Civil Engineering in 1986 all from Virginia Tech...
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