Lucas Vargas Zeppetello was recently awarded the James R. Holton Award by the American Geophysical Union (AGU).  The James R. Holton Award is presented annually and recognizes outstanding scientific research and accomplishments from honorees within three years of receiving their Ph.D. This award serves to acknowledge exceptional contributions at an early stage of the awardee’s career. AGU, the world's largest Earth and space science association, annually recognizes a select number of individuals for its highest honors.

This award was named in honor of past AGU Revelle medalist, James R. Holton, who was an accomplished atmospheric scientist, educator, and mentor. This award is presented at the Atmospheric Sciences section dinner at the AGU annual meeting.