The Barringer Medal and Award is presented annually to a candidate nominated by the Committee.

Barringer Medal and Award: outstanding work in the field of impact cratering

This Committee is comprised of four members appointed by the President; one of the members is nominated by the Barringer Crater Company and appointed by the President, which was done for the term ending in 2026. The members serve staggered, 4-year terms. The Chair is normally the senior member and is appointed by the President for a one-year term.

  • Roger Gibson 2023 - Chair  - Roger.Gibson@wits.ac.za
  • Thomas Kenkmann 2024
  • Ludovic Ferrière 2025
  • Hasnaa Chennaoui Aoudjehane 2026

Previous Awardees: Barringer Award Winners