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| Gold Medal | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Exceptional and outstanding contributions to the advancement of structural engineering |
| Sponsored by | Institution of Structural Engineers |
| Date | 1922 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | Official website |
The Gold Medal of the Institution of Structural Engineers is awarded by the Institution of Structural Engineers for exceptional and outstanding contributions to the advancement of structural engineering. It was established in 1922. [1]
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