The Montgomery Scott Medal of Service Originally awarded solely to engineers, and still submitted by the Starfleet Engineering Command, this award has also been extended to Starfleet officers of any department, "For outstanding innovation or use of technical skill in the service of Starfleet and the Federation under dangerous or hostile conditions," the 'Scott's Cog' was devised to recognize the role Starfleet's technical and scientific staff often have in saving lives, and when necessary, winning battles.       Presidential Unit Citation The Presidential Unit Citation is awarded to crews of the Starfleet of the United Federation of Planets and co-belligerent nations for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy occurring on or after 22 February 2161. The crew must display such gallantry, determination, and esprit de corps in accomplishing its mission under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions as to set it apart and above other units participating in the same campaign. The degree of heroism required is the same as that which would warrant award of a Distinguished Service Star to an individual. Extended periods of combat duty or participation in a large number of operational missions, either ground or space is not sufficient. This award will normally be earned by crews that have participated in single or successive actions covering relatively brief time spans. It is not reasonable to presume that entire crews can sustain Distinguished Service Star performance for extended time periods except under the most unusual circumstances. Only on rare occasions will a unit larger than a single vessel or station crew qualify for award of this decoration. The UFP Medal of Freedom The Federation Medal of Freedom: The highest award the Federation Council can grant, the Medal of Freedom is in recognition of those, Starfleet or Civilian, who through great personal valor, sacrifice, or bravery, 'safeguard the life and liberty of the Federation. her people, or her member worlds.' This one is quite often, in fact, given for 'saving the planet,' the Federation, and such, but also other exemplary and noble acts or services by Federation citizens. Even when awarded to Starfleet officers, it is not considered a military award, but to the officer as a citizen.  The Exploration Service Star A traditional Andorian glyph carried into space by their earliest probes, this medal has been through many names and permutations since introduced in the earliest days of Starfleet: current criteria are simply, "For excellence in the exploration of the unknown," though currently, it is usually awarded at homecoming ceremonies for visible Explorer-captains. Federation Medal of Honor Awarded by the Federation President in the name of the Federation Council to a person who, while a member of Starfleet, distinguishes himself or herself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United Federation of Planets; while engaged in operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force; or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the United Federation of Planets is not a belligerent party. The deed performed must have been one of personal bravery or self-sacrifice so conspicuous as to clearly distinguish the individual above his comrades and must have involved risk of life. Incontestable proof of the performance of the service will be exacted and each recommendation for the award of this decoration will be considered on the standard of extraordinary merit. Of the numerous benefits conferred along with the decoration, the children of Medal of Honor awardees are not required to complete the Starfleet Academy Entrance Examination, and are automatically placed in the next available class.    IDIC Decoration of Diversity This variant of the well-known Vulcan IDIC symbol, is awarded by the Vulcan Peace Mission for 'acts, theses or negotiations which materially further the cause of peace and harmonious interaction between sentient beings.'  The Prantares Ribbon One of the earliest Starfleet decorations, this miniature banner represents the hastily-invented and fabricated banner used in important treaty negotiations by a resourceful Centauran starship captain, Imo Prantares, who learned at the last moment that the Articles of the Confederation had been signed while he was in transit, though no information on the Federation's seal had been reached. The banner he devised, though, remained traditional in diplomatic negotiations for some time, however, and the Prantares Ribbon is awarded by the Diplomatic Corps for 'meritorious achievement in a first contact situation.'    Daystrom Award for Groundbreaking Scientific Breakthrough Awarded to Federation scientists who have made outstanding achievements in the field of science that have contributed to the betterment of its citizenry. Awarded by the Federation Science Council. Order of Hippocrates Awarded for advances in the field of medicine, or for distinguished heroism in the line of medical duty. Conferred on officers in Medical or Counseling branches by Starfleet Medical. Starfleet Combat Medal Awarded in the name of the President of the United Federation of Planets to any member of Starfleet or any citizen of the United Federation of Planets who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with Starfleet, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded--(1) In any action against an enemy of the United Federation of Planets. (2) In any action with an opposing armed force of a foreign country in which the forces of the United Federation of Planets are or have been engaged. (3) While serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the United Federation of Planets is not a belligerent party. (4) As a result of an act of any such enemy of opposing armed forces. (5) As the result of an act of any hostile foreign force. (6) As a result of a terrorist attack against the United Federation of Planets or a foreign power friendly to the United Federation of Planets, recognized as such an attack by the Commander in Chief, Starfleet.      Distinguished Service Star Awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with Starfleet, distinguished himself or herself by extraordinary heroism not justifying the award of a Medal of Honor; while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United Federation of Planets; while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing or foreign force; or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing Armed Force in which the United Federation of Planets is not a belligerent party. The act or acts of heroism must have been so notable and have involved risk of life so extraordinary as to set the individual apart from his or her comrades.  Federation Medal of Valor Awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with Starfleet, is cited for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United Federation of Planets while engaged in operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force, or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the United Federation of Planets is not a belligerent party. The required gallantry, while of a lesser degree than that required for the Distinguished Service star, must nevertheless have been performed with marked distinction.  Hand of Mercy Decoration for humanitarian relief. Awarded to those in Starfleet who distinguish themselves through sacrifice to help ease the suffering of others. Presented by the Federation Science Council. Palm Frond of Axanar Named after the gallant, and ultimately successful, effort to bring peace to the Federation and preserve its union following the Battle of Axanar in the 2250's. It is given to Starfleet Officers who serve with distinction on crucial diplomatic missions and whose personal efforts help ensure the success of the mission. Carrington Award Carrington Award for Groundbreaking Advancement in the Field of Medicine - the Carrington Award for short. Awarded by the Federation Science Council, the highest award for medical research and discovery. Battle of Betazed Conferred to the participants of the Battle of Betazed. A ribbon of white, with purple flanks representing the battle itself. Down the center is a black bar representing the horrors of Betazed, and flanking that two Green stripes representing the civilians who lost their lives during the occupation of that world by the Dominion. Battle of Occa A ribbon of brown for the planet of Occa. Down the center is a white stripe that represents the Ketrecel White factories that were destroyed by the ground forces that were so important to victory in this sector. The two red stripes are for the massive casualties among the ground forces, air forces, and civilian population.   Order of Kahless Awarded by the Klingon High Council to a Klingon who exhibits great courage and honor, glory for the realm in the tradition and spirit of Kahless the unforgettable. It is an award typically conferred at the end of a glorious career -- but it can be awarded for a truly spectacular performance in the Klingon vein. The catch? They must survive this great act - it is never awarded posthumously.   Klingon Imperial Star Conferred by the Klingon High Council for service to the Empire beyond the call of duty. Can be conferred on non-citizens by the High Council if they feel the recipient is worthy in their hearts.