This medal is in recognition of Jason Harlow's comprehensive knowledge and deep understanding of the subject and the ability to communicate their knowledge and understanding in such a way as to lead their students to high academic achievement in physics. Prof. Harlow is known as an inspiring instructor who encourages students to think independently, critically, and analytically.

This medal recognizes significant experimental or theoretical contributions to condensed matter and materials physics. Dr. Hae-Young Kee is recognized as one of the world’s foremost theoreticians in identifying new quantum materials with desirable functionalities. Her work has emphasized identifying appropriate model Hamiltonians that have led to new insights and predictions.