Time-Table for the General Pierre Nicolau Award
Before December 1st - Fellows (including Honorary and Emeritus) or Fellows of a country acting jointly, submit a nomination with the support of at least one Fellow from another country.
1st February - The General Nicolau Award Committee forwards its report to the CIRP Office.
Winter Meetings - Decision on the selection of the General Nicolau Award Committee by the Council.
General Assembly - The award is given to the recipient during the Opening Ceremony. The recipient is expected to give a short technical presentation based on his/her most important achievements for which the award is conferred (up to 15 minutes).