Abstract is: The NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal (abbreviated ESAM) was established by NASA on September 15, 1961, when the original ESM was divided into three separate awards. Under the current guidelines, the ESAM is awarded for unusually significant scientific contribution toward achievement of aeronautical or space exploration goals. This award may be given for individual efforts that have resulted in a contribution of fundamental importance in this field, or have significantly enhanced understanding of this field.
| award | Q618779 |
| P646 | Freebase ID | /m/0275ydz |
| P2517 | category for recipients of this award | ??? | Q120001691 |
| P1027 | conferred by | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | Q23548 |
| P17 | country | United States of America | Q30 |
| P571 | inception | 1961-09-15 | |
| P3730 | next higher rank | NASA Exceptional Achievement Medal | Q4286956 |
| P3729 | next lower rank | NASA Exceptional Bravery Medal | Q12015615 |
FileName: NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Ribbon.png
Description: NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Ribbon
Artist: SGT141
License: Public domain
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