Jerry M. ClemonsThe ISA Analysis Division Luft Award recognizes outstanding contributions in the analytical technology field. The award is named after the recognized inventor of the first process analyzer, Dr. Karl F. Luft, on the 75th anniversary of this technology in 2008 and is endowed by the ISA Analysis Division, a Platinum Patron of ISA’s Honors & Awards Program.
Jerry M. ClemonsABB Process Analytics, Lewisburg, West Virginia, USA
For exceptional leadership in development of the process gas chromatograph through training, manufacturing, design, and implementation throughout the world.
Dr. Clemons retired in 2003 as Vice President and General Manager at ABB Process Analytics, but continues to serve as Consultant for Special Projects in the Research and Development department. During his long tenure at ABB, he held positions as VP of Marketing and International Business Development, VP of Order Management and Engineering; VP and Senior Scientist, and General Manager of the Analytical Business Unit.
Dr. Clemons is also the recipient of the International Forum for Process Analytical Technology Achievement Award and the Gilmer Thomason Fowler Award for work in Capillary Chromatography. He is the author of several publications, including: "Application of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Detectors", ISA Analysis Division Symposium, 2009; "The Measurement of Trace Ammonia in Ethylene" IFPAC Conference, 2009; and "A Fast Temperature Programmed PGC", IFPAC Conference, 2008.
Dr. Clemons holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Erskine College, a M.S in Chemistry from Clemson University, and Ph.D. in Chemistry from Virginia Tech.
The ISA Analysis Division Luft Award may be presented annually and carries a $1,000 honorarium and plaque. The presentation is made at the annual Honors and Awards program.
The award is open to any ISA member in good standing. Each candidate’s contribution should be judged on the basis of his/her development, application, education, or use of process analytics for commercial or developmental measurements.
Nomination of an individual for the ISA Analysis Division Luft Award is accepted from any individual. Nominations are made in writing on the appropriate form.