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The Prize honors the memory of Robert A. Heinlein, a renowned American author. Both Robert and his wife Virginia were strong advocates of human advancement into space through commercial endeavors. The purpose of the Heinlein Prize is to encourage and reward progress in commercial space activities that advances their dream of humanity's future in space.

The Heinlein Prize Trust will present a substantial award to the individual or individuals who achieve practical accomplishments in the field of commercial space activities.

Winners will receive a medallion, a diploma and a monetary award. The first Heinlein Prize award has been set by the Trustees at $500,000.

The Trust has three Trustees: Art Dula, Buckner Hightower and James M. Vaughn.

May 26, 2006

The Heinlein Prize Trust Congratulates Dr. Peter H. Diamandis, recipient of the first Heinlein Prize for Accomplishments in Commercial Space Activities