This award was dedicated to the memory of Professor A. A. Michelson, developer of the Michelson interferometer.  ABB sponsored the award for 31 years (1987-2017)to honor scientists who advanced the technique(s) of vibrational, molecular, Raman, or electronic spectroscopy.  Contributions may have been theoretical, experimental, or both.  The recipient must have been actively working and at least 37 years of age.  To ensure that the award was based on an independent evaluation of the candidate’s achievements, the selection was made by a committee chosen by the Coblentz Society.   The Award was presented each year at the Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy, and consisted of a crystal symbol of the Bomem–Michelson award and an honorarium. The ABB sponsored Bomem-Michelson Award Symposium was held in honor of the awardee and immediately followed the presentation.