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Enacted by Congress in 1980 and first awarded in 1985, the medal is given annually to individuals, teams, or companies for accomplishments in the innovation, development, commercialization, and management of technology, as evidenced by the establishment of new or significantly improved products, processes, or services. (more)

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2006 Laureates
The 2006 Laureates are now online.

2005 Laureates
The 2005 Laureates are now online.

10/07/09 - President Obama Awards National Medal of Science and Medal of Technology and Innovation
At the White House, watch the President present recipients of this year's National Medal of Science and National Medal of Technology and Innovation with their awards.

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