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Awards
The Planetary Society proudly honors those in our community who help to promote the future of space exploration through two very special awards.
Cosmos Award for Outstanding Public Presentation of Science
To honor the innovators who follow in Carl Sagan's tradition of presenting science and scientists in an accurate, yet entertaining and enthralling, way, The Planetary Society created the Cosmos Award for Outstanding Public Presentation of Science.
The C. Wallace Hooser Award for Visionary Philanthropy
The C. Wallace Hooser Philanthropy Award honors those who show exceptional generosity and civic responsibility in supporting space science and exploration. Named for longtime Planetary Society Board Member C. Wallace Hooser, it recognizes individuals or organizations who inspire others through leadership, service, and dedication to our mission.
The Thomas O. Paine Memorial Award
This award recognizes a group or individual who has significantly advanced the long-range human exploration of Mars.