The Phi Beta Kappa Award in Science is given annually by the
Phi Beta Kappa Society
The Phi Beta Kappa Society () is the oldest academic honor society in the United States, and the most prestigious, due in part to its long history and academic selectivity. Phi Beta Kappa aims to promote and advocate excellence in the liberal ar ...
to authors of significant books in the fields of science and mathematics. The award was first given in 1959 to anthropologist
Loren Eiseley
Loren Eiseley (September 3, 1907 – July 9, 1977) was an American anthropologist, educator, philosopher, and natural science writer, who taught and published books from the 1950s through the 1970s. He received many honorary degrees and was a fel ...
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Award winners
Source
Phi Beta Kappa Society
See also
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List of general science and technology awards
This list of general science and technology awards is an index to articles about notable awards for general contributions to science and technology. These awards typically have broad scope, and may apply to many or all areas of science and/or te ...
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Ralph Waldo Emerson Award
References
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American non-fiction literary awards