The Leland S. Kollmorgen Spirit of Innovation Award was instituted in 2007 by the HFES Augmented Cognition Technical Group (ACTG) in honor of Leland S. Kollmorgen, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (Ret.). The award recognizes exceptional scientists and engineers who have made substantial and innovative contributions to the field of Augmented Cognition. The recipient will be someone whose extensive endeavors have pushed the frontiers of discovery, innovation, and design in Augmented Cognition transcending the boundaries of human-systems computing and is a true inspiration to the Augmented Cognition field.
The Leland S. Kollmorgen Spirit of Innovation Award recipient is judged not only on his/her accomplishments in the last years but also on a career history of efforts contributing to the advancement of the Augmented Cognition field. Other criteria for selection include:
- Resourcefulness and dedication in promoting and accomplishing innovative human-systems computing technologies
- Demonstrated leadership in forming and promoting teamwork among the various disciplines represented within the Augmented Cognition field
- Demonstrated professionalism and integrity, and the embodiment of the spirit of innovation and collaboration
If you are interested in nominating an individual or nominating yourself, please fill out this Google Form by July 31, 2023.
The 2023 winner will be announced at the 2023 HFES ACTG Business Meeting.
Thanks,
Eric Fichtel
Chair, ACTG
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Eric Fichtel
Senior UX Researcher
PALO ALTO CA
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