image: The Oceanography Society (TOS) congratulates Dr. Edward R. Urban Jr. for being selected as a Fellow of The Oceanography Society. The citation on Dr. Urban's certificate recognizes him for over 30 years of outstanding and sustained contributions to ocean sciences through extraordinary service and leadership in the U.S. and international oceanographic research community. view more
Credit: Edward R. Urban Jr.
The Oceanography Society (TOS) congratulates Dr. Edward R. Urban Jr. for being selected as a Fellow of The Oceanography Society. The citation on Dr. Urban's certificate recognizes him for over 30 years of outstanding and sustained contributions to ocean sciences through extraordinary service and leadership in the U.S. and international oceanographic research community.
The Selection Committee noted in particular Dr. Urban's efforts, primarily in the areas of service and strategic development of the field along with extra effort toward internationalization of science programs through SCOR and capacity building in developing countries, are exemplary, and highly valued by The Oceanography Society.
Dr. Urban received his M.S. in marine studies in 1982 from the University of Delaware, an M.B.A. in general business administration from the University of Delaware in 1986, and a Ph.D. in applied ocean science/marine studies from the University of Delaware in 1989. Urban served as a Staff Officer at the Ocean Studies Board of the U.S. National Research Council (NRC) from 1989 to 2000, assisting NRC committees to produce more than 20 NRC reports. Urban then served as the Executive Director of the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research (SCOR) from 2000 - 2020. He now serves as the project manager for the SCOR/POGO International Quiet Ocean Experiment and assists with the SCOR Committee on Capacity Building.
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The TOS Fellows program recognizes individuals who have attained eminence in oceanography through their outstanding contributions to the field of oceanography or its applications during a substantial period of years. The next nomination deadline is September 30, 2021. To learn more about The Oceanography Society and the TOS Fellows program visit: https://tos.org/tos-fellows.
The Oceanography Society (TOS) was founded in 1988 to advance oceanographic research, technology, and education, and to disseminate knowledge of oceanography and its application through research and education. TOS promotes the broad understanding of oceanography, facilitates consensus-building across all the disciplines of the field, and informs the public about ocean research, innovative technology, and educational opportunities throughout the spectrum of oceanographic inquiry. TOS welcomes members from all nations. Any individual, business, or organization interested in ocean sciences is encouraged to join and to participate in the activities and benefits of the society. For more information, visit https://tos.org.