Professor honored by Geophysical Union
The American Geophysical Union, is a worldwide scientific community that works to advance the understanding of the Earth and space. The scientific society has more than 50,000 researchers, teachers and students from over 135 countries.
Dove first became involved with AGU because of its positive scholarly reputation around the world. As the largest international organization of earth scientists in the world, AGU appealed to Dove because it provided an alternative approach to scientific education and research.
"I enjoyed the fact that they don't have traditional views of science; all of their views are very interdisciplinary," Dove said. "It is such an exciting time to be involved in science, and AGU offered me so much more opportunity."
Dove was anonymously nominated because of her longstanding research in biogeosciences. Dove believed that the most distinguishing aspect of her nomination was the support she received from the AGU sectors.
When asked about the nomination and award, Dove said, "I didn't expect to be nominated at this point. All of the other Fellows are more senior in the organization than I am, and I was also surprised to be elected the first time around."
Nominations must state how the candidate's research has made a significant impact on their field of study. Following the nominations, a committee of fellows holds elections. During the election process, the nominee's published works and involvement in AGU committees and boards is thoroughly reviewed.
"It's a great honor for all nominees, including Dove, to be selected," an AGU representative said. "At this point, the packages are all so strong that those selected are considered to be the best and the brightest we have to offer."
Dove said she was both "humbled and thrilled" by the endorsement and recognition the award signified and credited it to the support she has received from the College of Science and the University.
"It's a really nice thing to find out," Dove said. "There's no greater reward than knowing that other scientists understand your work and acknowledge the impact you have made in your field."
In any given year, a committee of 11 fellows bestows AGU Fellowship on only 0.1 percent of its membership.
