The Garrod Lecture and Medal is an award presented by the

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. It was established in 1982 and named for L. P. Garrod. The medal is made of silver by the

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. The recipient of the award is considered by the society as having international authority in the field of

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. They are invited to deliver an accompanying lecture and receive honorary membership of the Society.

Recipients

References

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