AMTA/NWRI Graduate Fellowships for Membrane Technology – 2020 Award Recipients
Georgia Institute of Technology and Northwestern University Doctoral Students Receive 2020 Awards The American Membrane Technology Association (AMTA) and the National Water Research Institute (NWRI) announced the 2020 recipients of the AMTA/NWRI Graduate Fellowships for Membrane Technology. The two recipients will receive a $10,000 fellowship to support innovative research that advances membrane technology in the fields […]
AMTA/Reclamation Fellowships for Membrane Technology – 2020 Award Recipients
The American Membrane Technology Association (AMTA) and the Bureau of Reclamation are pleased to announce the 2020 recipients of the AMTA/Reclamation Fellowships for Membrane Technology. The four recipients undertaking cutting-edge and innovative research in universities across the country will receive a $11,750 fellowship to support their research that advances membrane technology in the water, wastewater, […]
Ian C. Watson Fellowship for Membrane Advancement – 2020 Award Recipient
The American Membrane Technology Association (AMTA) is pleased to announce that the 2020 recipient of the Ian C. Watson Fellowship for Membrane Advancement is Mr. Joseph Barnes of the University of Wyoming. Barnes is an Environmental Engineering graduate student studying Nanofibrous Membranes for the Selective Recovery of Nonaqueous Phases from Industrial Brines under the guidance […]
Statement by AMTA President Christine Owen on George Floyd and Racial Equity
June 5, 2020 – As the tragic events of the past weeks have unfolded, we are shocked, angry and saddened by the needless death of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and too many others before them. We must make real and lasting change to overcome the sweeping inequities, intolerance and indifference that for too long have […]
David Derr Outstanding Member Award
2024 In Memory ofDavid Alan DerrAfton Pumps, Inc.October 2, 1959 to February 2, 2022Provided in Recognition of his Unwavering Dedication and Loyal Service to AMTAOur Organization has Benefited Because of His Efforts. The award was accepted by Fred Trippenssee (left) and Roland Torres (center), on behalf of David Derr, and presented by Director Emeritus, Steve […]
Presidential Awards
In recognition of individuals that have made significant contributions to the growth and development of the American Membrane Technology Association. 2024 Timothy English, Carollo EngineersIn grateful recognition of his service and hard work for the membrane community in the Northwest Region and his commitment to support them through transition to AMTA Chapter. Christine Owen, Hazen […]
AMTA Fellowship Awards
2024 Ian C. Watson Fellowship Martina del Cerro, Yale University “Advancing Membrane-Based Systems for Efficient Brine Management” NWRI/AMTA Fellowship Ali Naderi Beni, Purdue University “Experimental Batch Counterflow Reverse Osmosis for Brine Concentration” Harsh Patel, University of Michigan “Anion-Exchange Membranes with Tunable Hydrophobicity for the Selective Removal of Nitrate from Contaminated Brackish Groundwater” AMTA/Reclamation Fellowship Mohammad Allouzi, […]
Distinguished Service Award
For service on the AMTA Board of Directors and in recognition of contributions to water desalination, membrane technology and water supply improvement. 2025 Randal Braker, Duck River Utility Commission In recognition of service to the industry and the American Membrane Technology Association as a dedicated and active Board member from 2018-2025. Samantha Black, HDR, Inc. In recognition […]
Water Quality Person of the Year Award
2025 Kerry Howe, P.E., Ph.D., University of New Mexico In recognition of contributions by an individual in government, academia, research or related field to water supply improvement. Awarded by AMTA/AWWA at the Membrane Technology Conference.
Robert O. Vernon – Membrane Plant Operator Award
2025 In recognition of contributions to water supply improvement by an individual working at a membrane filtration, desalination and/or water reuse facility. Awarded by AMTA/AWWA at the Membrane Technology Conference.
