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James R. Killian (right) presents the Enrico Fermi award to Ernest O. Lawrence (center). Lewis Strauss, the Atomic Engery Commission chairman, watches on the left. A typed caption on the front of the photograph reads: "(WX0) Washington, Dec. 2--California Scientist Receives Award--Dr. Ernest O. Lawrence, center, noted scientist and director of the University of California radiation laboratory, smiles today as he looks over the $50,000 check presented to him by James R. Killian, right, President Eisenhower's special assistant for missile development. Lewis Strauss, Atomic Engery Commission chairman, is at left. The check, a medal and a citation comprise the Enrico Fermi award presented to Lawrence for his contributions to the development of atomic energy and nuclear physics. (AP Wirephoto) (rmb21635atf-jr) 1957". Original credit line: Associated Press.