The J. Tuzo Wilson Medal is given out annually by the Canadian Geophysical Union to recognize scientists who have made an outstanding contribution to the field of geophysics in Canada. Factors taken into account in the selection process include excellence in scientific or technical research, instrument development, industrial applications and/or teaching. The award was created in 1978 and named after its first recipient, John Tuzo Wilson. Past recipients Source: CGU See also List of geology awards List of geophysics awards List of physics awards References Wilson Medal recipients Canadian science and technology awards Geology awards Awards established in 1978 1978 establishments in Canada