Three Kinds of Scientific and Technical Awards
Innovations in motion pictures technology are recognized with the following awards:
- Award of Merit - an Academy statuette (an Oscar);
- Scientific and Engineering Award - an Academy plaque; and
- Technical Achievement Award - an Academy certificate.
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