Konrad Polthier is recipient of the John A. Gregory Award

The John A. Gregory Award is currently the highest award in the field of Geometric Design. It is presented to one or more individuals for Fundamental Contributions to the Field of Geometric Modelling . The laureates are chosen by a committee operating privately. Their names are announced once every three years. A central criterion in making selections for this award is the laureate's lifetime impact on the field.