The Trent R. Dames and William W. Moore Fellowship may be presented annually to two practicing engineers or earth scientists, professors, or graduate students, who will use the fellowship for graduate study. The purpose of the fellowship is to further the exploration of new applications of geotechnical engineering or the earth sciences to social, economic, environmental, and political issues. At the time of application, applicants must be practicing engineers or earth scientists, professors, or graduate students who are members of ASCE in good standing. Previous recipients of the fellowship are eligible to apply in any succeeding competition for these awards provided the other requirements of eligibility are satisfied. The amount of the fellowship will be determined annually by and subject to approval of the Executive Committee of the ASCE Board of Direction based on income from the fund endowment. Selection is based on (a) technical and social value of the proposed research. Preference is given to research which will contribute to the solution of conflicting engineering issues involving social, economic, environmental, or political concerns or compromises; (b) ability of the proposed research to meet the overall objective of the fellowship; (c) relevant professional experience, previous research or course of study either as a practitioner or in academia; (d) prior contribution to the engineering profession and/or the applied earth sciences. Applications are required to be submitted online; mailed applications will no longer be accepted. A minimum of two recommendation letters are required, one of which must be from a faculty member. A description of proposed research and its objectives, signed by an institutional representative indicating proposed research is acceptable, is required. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the American Society of Civil Engineers for more information.