As IAGA is an international co-sponsor of this meeting, the programme committee of the meeting is offered the possibility to name that young scientist (not more than 30 years old in 2010) who contributed the best paper to the meeting (if there will be one who stands out). The IAGA award to young scientists for best contributions to IAGA-sponsored topical meetings consists of support to participate in the next Assembly (in Melbourne, AU, in 2011): a low-cost air ticket, waiving of the registration fee, and USD 200 as a contribution to cover hotel and subsistence costs. The young scientist nominated shall have made a major contribution to the study reported and have been the first author of the paper presented, besides having given a very good presentation at the meeting. The final decision will be taken by the Executive Committee.
