Nomination deadlines
Deadlines may change: call Brad Buie at 250-472-5408 to confirm deadlines and learn more information.
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February 3 |
LifeSciences BC Awards"LifeSciences British Columbia Awards honour outstanding contributions made by members of British Columbia's life sciences community." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the LifeSciences BC Awards. |
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January 27 |
CIHR Synapse Awards"The CIHR Synapse Awards honour persons who have made exceptional contributions to the promotion of health research among Canadian secondary school students." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the CIHR Synapse Awards. |
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February 9 |
CUFA BC Awards"The CUFA BC Distinguished Academics Awards are: Academic of the Year Award For a specific and recent outstanding contribution to the community beyond the academy through research or other scholarly activity by an individual or group at any stage of their career. A recent contribution would typically be within the past three years. Paz Buttedahl Career Achievement Award Named in memory of Dr. Paz Buttedahl – academic, community builder and faculty association leader – this award is for sustained outstanding contributions to the community beyond the academy through research or other scholarly activities by an individual or a group over the major portion of their career. The Early in Career Award This award recognizes outstanding contributions made by scholars at relatively early stages in their careers. It is recognized that career patterns differ and so we encourage nominators to explain how this award is appropriate for their nominee. As a guide only, early in career is often defined as being "no more than five years from completion of a doctoral degree or equivalent" or "within three years of the initial appointment as an Assistant Professor." The adjudication committee will determine the appropriateness of nominations." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the CUFA BC Awards. |
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World Cultural Council Awards"The World Cultural Council acknowledges individuals or institutions that have made outstanding achievements in science, education and the arts by granting the Albert Einstein World Award of Science, the José Vasconcelos World Award of Education and the Leonardo da Vinci World Award of Arts to eminent figures whose work has had a significantly positive impact on the cultural legacy of mankind. These prizes are widely recognized in the scientific, educational and arts communities. The Albert Einstein World Award of Science The José Vasconcelos World Award of Education The Leonardo da Vinci World Award of Arts The José Vasconcelos and the Leonardo da Vinci awards are given in alternate years. The weight of these awards is bolstered by the fact that the jury is comprised of world-renowned personalities in their respective fields." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the World Cultural Council Awards. |
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March 1 |
NSERC John C. Polanyi Award"The NSERC John C. Polanyi Award was created to recognize and support a university researcher or team of researchers whose work has led to a recent outstanding Canadian advance in a field of the natural sciences or engineering." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the NSERC John C. Polanyi Award. |
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March 9 |
SSHRC Gold Medal for Achievement in Research"The SSHRC Gold Medal for Achievement in Research is the Council’s highest research honour. It is awarded to an individual whose leadership, dedication, and originality of thought have significantly advanced understanding in his or her field of research, enriched Canadian society, and contributed to the country's cultural and intellectual life. The winner receives the Gold Medal and $100,000. The funds can only be used for research, training or other academic activities." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the SSHRC Gold Medal for Achievement in Research. |
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March 10 |
Canadian Health Services Research Foundation (CHSRF) Health Services Research Advancement Award"The Health Services Research Advancement Award (HSRA Award) recognizes any individual, team or organization that has contributed significantly to the advancement of health services research in Canada." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Canadian Health Services Research Foundation (CHSRF) Health Services Research Advancement Award. |
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March 23 |
Canadian Academy of Health Sciences Fellowship"The Canadian Academy of Health Sciences recognizes the full breadth of academic health science ranging from fundamental science to social science and population health. Fellows elected to the Academy will be well recognized by their peers nationally and internationally for their contributions to the promotion of health science. They will have demonstrated leadership, creativity, distinctive competencies and a commitment to advance academic health science." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences Fellowship. |
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March 31 |
Institute of Public Administration of Canada Vanier Medal"The Institute of Public Administration of Canada awards annually the Vanier Medal as a mark of distinction and exceptional achievement to a person who has shown distinctive leadership in public administration and public service in Canada, or who, by his/her writings or other endeavours, has made a significant contribution in the field of public administration or public service in Canada. A five member, independent panel of judges, appointed by the IPAC Board reviews all nominations and makes the final determination of the medal recipient." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Institute of Public Administration of Canada Vanier Medal. |
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April 1 |
CIHR Partnership Award"The CIHR Partnership Award recognizes partnerships with one or more external partners from the private, voluntary or public sectors which exemplify excellence by bringing health research communities together to create innovative approaches to research questions; to develop research agendas that are responsive to the health needs, concerns and priorities of Canadians; and to accelerate the translation of knowledge for the benefit of Canadians." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the CIHR Partnership Award. |
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April 1 |
Brockhouse Canada Prize for Interdisciplinary Research in Science and Engineering"The Brockhouse Canada Prize for Interdisciplinary Research in Science and Engineering recognizes outstanding Canadian teams of researchers from different disciplines who have combined their expertise to produce achievements of outstanding international significance in the natural sciences and engineering in the last six years." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Brockhouse Canada Prize for Interdisciplinary Research in Science and Engineering. |
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April 15 |
Joseph B. and Toby Gittler Prize"The Joseph B. and Toby Gittler Prize was created by the late Professor Joseph B. Gittler to recognize outstanding and lasting scholarly contributions to racial, ethnic and/or religious relations...The award includes a cash prize of $25,000 and a medal." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Joseph B. and Toby Gittler Prize. |
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April 30 |
Canadian Science and Engineering Hall of Fame"The Canadian Science and Engineering Hall of Fame is a central part of the Innovation Canada exhibition at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. The Canadian Science and Engineering Hall of Fame is dedicated to the recognition of individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the fields of science or engineering. If you or your organization would like to nominate a Canadian scientist or engineer, please let us know by following the instructions below." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Canadian Science and Engineering Hall of Fame. |
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May 1 |
NSERC Herzberg Medal"The NSERC Herzberg Medal, NSERC’s highest honour, recognizes research contributions characterized by both excellence and influence – two qualities that defined Dr. Herzberg's illustrious career. It is awarded annually to an individual who has demonstrated sustained excellence and influence in research, for a body of work conducted in Canada that has substantially advanced the natural sciences or engineering fields. The award is meant to celebrate Canada's most outstanding scientists and engineers and to raise public awareness about the major contributions that Canada's top researchers make to international science and technology, and to bettering people's lives. The NSERC Herzberg Medal will be awarded for both the sustained excellence and overall influence of a body of work conducted in Canada in the natural sciences or engineering. The nominee's work must demonstrate a high degree of expertise, creativity, imagination, leadership, perseverance and dedication." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the NSERC Herzberg Medal. |
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May 3 |
NSERC University–Industry Synergy Awards for Innovation"The Synergy Awards for Innovation were launched in 1995 by NSERC to recognize partnerships in natural sciences and engineering research and development between universities and industry...The universities each receive a $200,000 NSERC research grant. Industrial partners each receive the prestigious Synergy sculpture and an opportunity to hire an NSERC Industrial R&D Fellow for two years (NSERC will bear the cost of the industrial portion of the fellow’s salary).: More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the NSERC University–Industry Synergy Awards for Innovation. |
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May 3 |
CIHR Knowledge Translation AwardThe CIHR Knowledge Translation Award honours and supports teams or organizations that make an outstanding contribution to the health of Canadians or to the health system through exemplary knowledge translation. The aim of the award is to recognize excellence in knowledge translation, and to provide financial support to further foster excellence in knowledge translation in Canada. More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the CIHR Knowledge Translation Award. |
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May 15 |
Killam Research Fellowship"The Killam Research Fellowships are awarded annually, on a competitive basis, to support scholars doing research in any of the following fields: humanities; social sciences; natural sciences; health sciences; engineering; and studies linking any of the disciplines within these fields." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Killam Research Fellowship. |
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May 2012 pre-application Fall 2012 deadline |
Rolex Awards"For every series of the original Awards, Rolex gives generous support to five Laureates and five Associate Laureates for their efforts to expand knowledge and improve life on our planet. This international programme promotes original projects in the fields of science, technology, exploration, the environment and cultural heritage." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Rolex Awards. |
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June 2 |
NSERC Steacie Fellowships"The [Steacie] Fellowships are awarded to enhance the career development of outstanding and highly promising university faculty who are earning a strong international reputation for original research. Every year, NSERC awards up to six Steacie Fellowships [in the amount of $90,000/year] that are held for a two-year period. Successful fellows are relieved of teaching and administrative duties, so that they can devote all their time and energy to research. The Fellowships are held at a Canadian university or affiliated research institution." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the NSERC Steacie Fellowships. |
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June 15 |
Killam Prize"[The Killam Prizes] provide support to scholars of exceptional ability who are engaged in research projects of broad significance and widespread interest. The Killam Prizes are awarded annually to distinguished Canadian scholars doing research in any of the following fields: engineering, health sciences, natural sciences, social sciences or humanities. Normally, one prize is awarded each year in each of the five fields." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Killam Prize. |
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June 21 |
Canadian Bureau for International Education Awards"[The CBIE awards] recognize outstanding achievement in the field of international education in a range of specialties. Seven types of award are provided for: Innovation in International Education Award: to recognize extraordinary contributions, of national or international magnitude, to the field of international education. Distinguished Service Award: to recognize long-term service to CBIE and/or to the field of international education. Exemplary Service to CBIE Award: to recognize exceptional voluntary service to CBIE. Internationalization Leadership Award: to recognize outstanding leadership in the internationalization of Canadian education and/or the international education profession. Internationalization Service Award: to recognize outstanding service to international education within his/her institution or organization. Outstanding Program Award: to recognize high quality and highly creative programming in international education. Student Leadership in Internationalization Award: to recognize outstanding student contributions to internationalization." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Canadian Bureau for International Education Awards. |
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June 30 |
Governor General's Awards in Commemoration of the Persons CaseThe awards "recognize outstanding contributions to the quality of life of women in Canada... The awards honour outstanding individuals who have helped to advance equality for girls and women in Canada, demonstrated by leadership and excellence in any field, in either a paid or unpaid capacity." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Governor General's Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case |
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July 26 |
BC Innovation Council AwardsThese "annual awards recognize exceptional achievements in, or potential for, commercialization of technology and honours outstanding technology innovators." There are three awards: BCIC Ripples of Hope Award in Biotechnology & Entrepreneurship Emerging Technology Award Entrepreneurship Fellow Award More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the BC Innovation Council Awards. |
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July 31 |
Prix Galien"The Prix Galien is the most prestigious award in the field of Canadian pharmaceutical research and innovation. Referred to as the Nobel Prize of pharmaceutical research, it recognizes the efforts and achievements of pharmaceutical research and development." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Prix Galien. |
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August to September (see website) |
American Association for the Advancement of Science AwardsThe AAAS awards "recognize scientists, journalists, and public servants for significant contributions to science and to the public's understanding of science." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the American Association for the Advancement of Science Awards. |
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September 1 |
NSERC Awards for Science Promotion"The NSERC Awards for Science Promotion honour individuals and groups who make an outstanding contribution to the promotion of science in Canada through activities encouraging popular interest in science or developing science abilities. Two recipients (one individual and one group) may be selected for the awards each year. " More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the NSERC Awards for Science Promotion. |
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September 15 |
Guggenheim Fellowships"Guggenheim Fellowships are intended for men and women who have already demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship or exceptional creative ability in the arts. Fellowships are awarded through two annual competitions: one open to citizens and permanent residents of the United States and Canada, and the other open to citizens and permanent residents of Latin America and the Caribbean. Candidates must apply to the Guggenheim Foundation in order to be considered in either of these competitions." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Guggenheim Fellowships. |
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September 15 |
Sloan Research Fellowships"The Sloan Research Fellowships seek to stimulate fundamental research early-career scientist and scholars of outstanding promise. These two-year fellowships are awarded yearly to 118 researchers in recognition of distinguished performance and a unique potential to make substantial contributions to their field [chemistry, physics, mathematics, computer science, economics, neuroscience or computational and evolutionary molecular biology, or in a related interdisciplinary field]…" More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Sloan Research Fellowships. |
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September 15 |
Tyler Prize for Environmental AchievementThe Tyler Prize is the "premier award for environmental science, environmental health and energy conferring great benefit upon mankind." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. |
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October 1 |
Bora Laskin National Fellowship in Human Rights"The purpose of this fellowship is to support research, preferably of a multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary nature, and to develop Canadian expertise in the field of human rights, with emphasis on themes and issues relevant to the Canadian human rights scene. The Bora Laskin National Fellowship in Human Rights Research supports research in all areas of humanities and social sciences, including journalism and law. Preference is given to multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary research projects." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Bora Laskin National Fellowship in Human Rights. |
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October 1 |
Jules and Gabrielle Léger FellowshipThis fellowship promotes "better understanding of the diverse contributions of the Crown and its representatives to all aspects of Canadian life. The fellowship supports research and writing on the historical and contemporary contribution of the Crown and its representatives, federal and provincial, to the political, constitutional, cultural, intellectual and social life of the country. This includes comparative studies of Canadian and other Commonwealth systems. " More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Jules and Gabrielle Léger Fellowship. |
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October 1 |
Thérèse F. Casgrain FellowshipThis fellowship "supports research on women and social change in Canada. This fellowship supports research in the field of social justice, particularly in defence of individual rights and the promotion of the economic and social interests of Canadian women. The Foundation is particularly interested in research that includes a discussion of public policy options and makes concrete recommendations for change." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Thérèse F. Casgrain Fellowship. |
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October 1 |
Millennium Technology Prize "The Millennium Technology Prize is Finland's tribute to life-enhancing technological innovations. The prize has been established to steer the course of technological development to a more humane direction. In particular, the prize seeks to highlight innovations that assist and enrich our everyday lives today as well as in the future. The aims of the prize are to promote technological research and innovation that have a positive impact on the quality of life, alleviate fears towards technological change and encourage discussion between technology specialists and societal decision makers." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for The Millennium Technology Prize. |
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October 1 |
Canada Gairdner Awards"The purpose of these awards is the recognition of individuals whose work or contribution constitutes tangible achievement in the field of medical science. Awards are presented in Toronto in late October. The Canada Gairdner Global Health Award recognizes those who have made scientific advances in one of four areas: basic science, clinical science or population or environmental health. The advances must have made, or have the potential to make a significant impact on health in the developing world. The Canada Gairdner Wightman Award is given to a Canadian who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in medicine and medical science." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Canada Gairdner Awards. |
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November 15 |
Bank of Canada Fellowship"The Fellowship Award provides financial support to academics who are recognized for their expertise and excellence in areas important to the Bank's mandate (macroeconomics, monetary economics, international finance, financial markets and institutions, financial stability and regulation, labour economics, and economic growth) and who are undertaking leading-edge research that contributes to the development of knowledge and research capabilities in those areas." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Bank of Canada Fellowship. |
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November 15 |
Bank of Canada Governor’s Award"The Governor's Award provides funding to exceptional assistant and associate professors working at Canadian universities who have demonstrated the potential to make exemplary research contributions in their fields. " More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Bank of Canada Governor’s Award. |
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November 15 |
Volvo Environment Prize"The Volvo Environment Prize is awarded for "Outstanding innovations or scientific discoveries which in broad terms fall within the environmental field". " More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Volvo Environment Prize. |
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November 16 |
Trudeau Fellowships"Trudeau Fellowships are not granted for particular careers or specific activities, although these do factor into the evaluation of the candidates. Trudeau Fellows are chosen above all because they have proven that they can imagine and promote new solutions to major contemporary issues, relying on both the knowledge they have drawn from leading-edge research and the conscientious attention they pay to the needs of our society. Trudeau Fellows enjoy extensive freedom in their use of the funds they are given, and the Foundation does not require them to make a prior commitment to undertake any specific projects or programs of action. The only important criteria are the excellence of the candidate’s record and his or her moral and intellectual qualities. Because of this approach, the Trudeau Fellowships have been able to support original initiatives and truly innovative projects that would not always have been supported by traditional research or creativity grant programs. The Fellows are encouraged to communicate their ideas and works broadly, and the Foundation supports all efforts in this regard." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Trudeau Fellowships. |
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November 30 |
Dan David Prize"The Dan David Prize recognizes and encourages innovative and interdisciplinary research that cuts across traditional boundaries and paradigms. It aims to foster universal values of excellence, creativity, justice, democracy and progress and to promote the scientific, technological and humanistic achievements that advance and improve our world. " More about eligibility and advice to nominators for The Dan David Prize. |
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Mid-November |
Fulbright Awards for Canadian Scholars -- various"Canada-U.S. Fulbright awards offer a unique opportunity to explore a wide range of scholarly issues, including important contemporary issues that are relevant to Canada, to the United States, and to the relationship between the two countries. While the competition is officially field-open, we are especially keen to support students in the humanities, in the areas of communications and culture, in Canadian-American relations, in all areas of contemporary public policy, on topics relating to culture and to the environment, law, indigenous issues, and in pure and applied sciences." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Fulbright Awards for Canadian Scholars. |
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December 1 |
Royal Society of Canada Fellowship"Election to the Society is the highest honour that can be attained by scholars, artists and scientists in Canada. Fellowship in the Royal Society of Canada is bestowed upon persons whose intellectual achievements have been exceptional through a body of publications, intellectual endeavors or creative activities exhibiting original contributions in the arts, humanities or sciences, as well as in public life." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Royal Society of Canada Fellowship. |
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December 1 (see website) |
Royal Society of Canada Awards and Medals"To attain its objectives, the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) recognizes excellence as well as outstanding achievements and contributions to knowledge, research and innovation in Canada by awarding medals and prizes. RSC has traditionally administered endowed and sponsored awards, generally named to honour past Fellows. These awards are not limited to Fellows and are open to any candidate for achievements in either or both official languages in a wide spectrum of disciplines: in Science and Technology, in the Social Sciences, and in the Humanities.Twenty Society awards are offered on an annual or biennial basis and consist of either medals or scrolls, some of them with cash prizes." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Royal Society of Canada Awards and Medals. |
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December 1 |
Molson Prize"Two prizes of $50,000 each are awarded annually to distinguished Canadians, one in the arts and the other in the social sciences and humanities… To be nominated, candidates must have made a substantial and distinguished contribution over a significant period. In the words of the deed of the gift, the prizes are intended "to encourage Canadians of outstanding achievement in the fields of the Arts, the Humanities or the Social Sciences to make further contribution to the cultural or intellectual heritage of Canada...."’ More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Molson Prize. |
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December 1 |
CIHR Michael Smith Health Researcher of the Year"The CIHR Michael Smith Prizes in Health Research consists of a medal and a research grant of $100,000 per year for five years. Awarded annually to two outstanding Canadian researchers who have demonstrated a high degree of innovation, creativity, leadership and dedication in health research, the Prizes provide world-class researchers with funding to pursue critical research and to support and mentor trainees." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the CIHR Michael Smith Health Researcher of the Year. |
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December 1 |
Manning AwardsThis award honours "Canadians who have demonstrated recent innovative talent in developing and successfully marketing a new concept, process or procedure." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Manning Awards. |
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December 15 |
Peter and Patricia Gruber Foundation International AwardsThis award honors contemporary individuals in the fields of Cosmology, Genetics, Neuroscience, Justice, and Women's Rights, whose groundbreaking work provides new models that inspire and enable fundamental shifts in knowledge and culture. More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Peter and Patricia Gruber Foundation International Awards. |
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December 15 |
Kavli Prize"The Kavli Prize is established as a joint venture between the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters, the Norwegian Ministry of Education and Research, and the Kavli Foundation. The main object is to award three international prizes for outstanding scientific work in the fields of Astrophysics, Nanoscience and Neuroscience. The main purpose of the Prizes is to:
The Kavli Prize in Astrophysics will be awarded for outstanding achievement in advancing our knowledge and understanding of the origin, evolution, and properties of the universe, including the fields of cosmology, astrophysics, astronomy, planetary science, solar physics, space science, astrobiology, astronomical and astrophysical instrumentation, and particle astrophysics. The Kavli Prize in Nanoscience will be awarded for outstanding achievement in the science and application of the unique physical, chemical, and biological properties of atomic, molecular, macromolecular, and cellular structures and systems that are manifest in the nanometre scale, including molecular self-assembly, nanomaterials, nanoscale instrumentation, nanobiotechnology, macromolecular synthesis, molecular mechanics, and related topics. The Kavli Prize in Neuroscience will be awarded for outstanding achievement in advancing our knowledge and understanding of the brain and nervous system, including molecular neuroscience, cellular neuroscience, systems neuroscience, neurogenetics, developmental neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroscience, and related facets of the brain and nervous system." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Kavli Prize. |
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Benjamin Franklin MedalsThe Franklin medals "recognize and promote excellence in science, technology, and industry. The endowed Benjamin Franklin Medals are given annually in the following seven disciplines of science:
More about eligibility and advice to nominators for The Benjamin Franklin Medals. |
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National Academy of Sciences (NAS) membership"Members and foreign associates are elected annually in recognition of their distinguished achievements in original research; election is considered one of the highest honors that can be accorded a scientist or engineer." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) membership. |
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Humboldt Research Awards"The award is granted in recognition of a researcher's entire achievements to date to academics whose fundamental discoveries, new theories, or insights have had a significant impact on their own discipline and who are expected to continue producing cutting-edge achievements in the future." More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Humboldt Research Awards. |
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Nobel Prize"Every year since 1901 the Nobel Prize has been awarded for achievements in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature and for peace. The Nobel Prize is an international award administered by the Nobel Foundation in Stockholm, Sweden. In 1968, Sveriges Riksbank established The Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel, founder of the Nobel Prize. Each prize consists of a medal, personal diploma, and a cash award of 10,000,000 Swedish Kronor, approximately $1,473,000 CAD. More about eligibility and advice to nominators for the Nobel Prize. |