This week, the  American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) presented its highest technical award – the 2021 Institute Medal – to Md Shamsujjoha (Joha) of ArcelorMittal R&D for his paper “Evolution of Microstructures, Dislocation Density and Arrangement During Deformation of Low Carbon Lath Martensitic Steels.”


The award was presented by Leon Topalian, currently serving as AISI Chairman, during AISI’s 2021 General Meeting in Washington, D.C., held jointly with the Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA).


“I am honored to congratulate this year’s Institute Medal winners and finalists on their remarkable achievements,” said Topalian. “We thank them for their unrelenting efforts to promote and further steel industry innovation – ensuring that the American steel industry remains among the most competitive and efficient in the world.”


Established in 1927, the Institute Medal and two Finalist Medals are awarded for technical papers having special merit and importance in connection with the activities and interests of the iron and steel industry. Papers are judged on the potential value to future prosperity of the industry, technical excellence and originality, effective communication and breadth of interest to AISI members.