Lyell Medal

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Lyell Medal

The Lyell Medal is a prestigious annual scientific medal given by the Geological Society of London, equal in status to the Murchison Medal. This medal is awarded based on one Earth Scientist's exceptional contribution of research to the scientific community. It is named after Charles Lyell.

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Lyell Medalists

Source: Geological Society

19th century

20th century

21st century

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References

  1. "The Geological Society of London". The Times. No. 36070. London. 20 February 1900. p. 5.
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