External sources of recognition

This page contains a list of prizes and awards managed by other organisations. The Academy is not responsible for the content of external organisations' websites, and this list is not exhaustive.

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Where an exact date is not provided for a nomination deadline, the month traditionally used for the deadline is provided for reference.

Award	Awarding body	Nomination deadline	Brief description
Order of Australia Honours	Australian Government	Rolling deadline - appointments in the Order of Australia are announced on Australia Day and on the Queen’s Birthday public holiday in June.	Nominations received from the public to recognise people who have contributed above and beyond to the Australian community or humanity at large. To encourage diverse representation of the community, nominations of women are being sought.
The Volvo Environment Prize	The Volvo Environment Prize Foundation	January	Awarded to people who have made outstanding scientific achievements within the area of environment and sustainability - SEK $1.5 million (approximately $230,000 AUD)
Lefoulon-Delalande Grand Prize	Lefoulon-Delalande Institut de France	January	Awarded to scientists who have made a significant scientific contribution in physiology, biology or cardiovascular medicine - €500,000
Welch Award in Chemistry	Welch Foundation	January	Awards important chemical research contributions which have had a significant, positive influence on mankind -US $500,000
AOGS Axford Medal	Asia Oceania Geosciences Society	February	Awards outstanding achievements in geosciences and unselfish cooperation and leadership in Asia and Oceania
Lasker Award	Lasker Foundation	February	Awarded in Basic Medical Research, Clinical Medical Research, and Public Service Award - US $250 000
Wise Prize for Education	Quatar Foundation	February	Awarded for significant and lasting impact upon education at any level, demonstrating an inspiring and visionary approach – US $500 000
Prime Minister's Prizes for Science	Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources	February	Nominations sought for Australia's national science and teaching awards: total pool of $750,000 in prize monies and an embossed medallion and lapel pin. The Prime Minister's Prize for Science The Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation The Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year The Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year Prize for New Innovators The Prime Minister's Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools The Prime Minister's Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools
Letten Prize	The Letten Foundation	February	A prize for young researchers working within the fields of health, environment, development and equality in all aspects of human life. Winner is awarded 2 million NOK (approx. 215000 EUR /260000 USD)
The Royal Society Awards	The Royal Society	February	Copley Medal Given for an outstanding achievement in any field of the physical sciences. Royal Medal For outstanding achievements in the biological, physical and applied sciences. Croonian Medal and Lecture Awarded to a scientist to give a lecture in their field of the biological sciences. Bakerian Medal and Lecture Awarded to a scientist to give a lecture in their field of the physical sciences. Buchanan Medal For distinguished contributions to the biomedical sciences. Darwin Medal For work of acknowledged distinction in evolution, population biology, organismal biology and biological diversity. Ferrier Medal and Lecture For distinguished contributions on the structure and function of the nervous system. Teams/groups are now eligible for this award. Francis Crick Medal and Lecture Given on any field in the biological science. Davy Medal For an outstanding researcher in the field of chemistry. Hughes Medal Awarded to an outstanding researcher in the field of energy. Leverhulme Medal For outstanding contributions in the field of chemical engineering and applied chemistry. Teams/groups are now eligible for this award. Royal Society Armourers and Brasiers' Company Prize For outstanding, pioneering and innovating materials science research with potential for application. The Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize To recognise early-career research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the physical, mathematical and engineering sciences Royal Society Milner Award and Lecture For outstanding achievement in computer science by a European researcher. Rumford Medal For an outstanding researcher in the field of physics. Sylvester Medal For an outstanding researcher in the field of mathematics. Gabor Medal Awarded for acknowledged distinction of interdisciplinary work between life sciences with other disciplines. Michael Faraday Medal and Lecture For a scientist or engineer whose expertise in communicating scientific ideas in lay terms is exemplary. Royal Society Africa Prize To recognise outstanding research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the sciences which contributes significantly to capacity building in Africa. Royal Society Athena Prize Celebrates individuals and organisations who have contributed most to the advancement of diversity in STEM within their communities. Teams/groups are eligible for this award. Royal Society David Attenborough Award and Lecture or outstanding public engagement with science. Royal Society Hauksbee Award For outstanding achievements in science by someone whose work is mostly ‘behind the scenes’ or in support, including technicians, research office staff or other contributors who might not normally be recognised. Teams/groups are eligible for this award. Royal Society Mullard Award For individuals whose work has the potential to make a contribution to national prosperity. Royal Society Research Culture Award For outstanding contributions to the wider research community. Teams/groups are eligible for this award. Royal Society Rosalind Franklin Award and Lecture To support the promotion of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Wilkins-Bernal-Medawar Medal and Lecture Given on a subject relating to the history of science, philosophy of science or the social function of science.
Keio Medical Science Prize	Keio University Medical Science Fund	March	Awarded in the field of clinical medicine (including the development of drugs and medical devices) - 10 Million Yen
The Advance Awards	Advance Awards	March	The Advance Awards recognise and celebrate the work of global Australians and alumni of Australian universities around the world who exhibit remarkable talent, exceptional vision and ambition at any stage of their career.
TWAS Awards	The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)	March	Awarded to individual scientists who have been working and living in a developing country for at least 10 years in the fields of agricultural sciences, biology, chemistry, earth, astronomy and space sciences, engineering sciences, mathematics, medical sciences, physics and social sciences - US $10,000 each
King Faisal International Prize	The King Faisal Foundation	March	Prizes in different fields of science and medicine - US $200 000.
L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Australia & New Zealand Fellowships	L'Oréal and UNESCO	March	The Fellowships are intended to provide practical help for the winners to undertake a one year research project in their chosen fields. Winners may choose to spend their funding on buying scientific equipment, paying for child care costs, conference & travel costs or other items they may need to continue their research - four Australian Fellowships and one New Zealand Fellowship valued at $25,000
Bower Award and Prize for achievement in Science	The Franklin Institute	March	The theme for 2021 is “Decision-Making”. Awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the scientific understanding of decision-making — US $250,000
Mathematics Breakthrough Prize	BREAKTHROUGH PRIZE	April	The Breakthrough Prize in Mathematics is given annually to an individual making significant accomplishments in mathematics - $3 million. The New Horizons in Mathematics Prize is designated for early-career researchers - $100,000. The Maryam Mirzakhani New Frontiers Prize will be presented to women mathematicians who have completed their PhDs within the past two years - $50,000.
Fundamental Physics Breakthrough Prize	BREAKTHROUGH PRIZE	April	The Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics is given annually for accomplishments in fundamental physics broadly defined, including advances in closely related fields with deep connections to physics - $3 million The New Horizons Prize is designated for junior researchers - $100,000
Life Sciences Breakthrough Prize	BREAKTHROUGH PRIZE	April	The Breakthrough Prizes in Life Sciences are given annually for accomplishments in life sciences broadly defined. Up to four annual Breakthrough Prizes in Life Sciences – $3 million each.
International Prize for Biology	Japan Society for the Promotion of Science	April	Awarded to an individual who has made outstanding contribution to the advancement of research in biology of fishes – 10 million yen
TÜBA Academy Prizes	Turkish Academy of Sciences	April	TÜBA Academy Prizes are annually awarded to the nominated scientists in Basic and Engineering Sciences, and Health and Life Sciences. The award is comprised of an Academy medal and USD$30,0000.
Tall Poppy Science Awards	Australian Institute of Policy and Science	April	The awards were created to recognise and celebrate Australian intellectual and scientific excellence and to encourage younger Australians to follow in the footsteps of our outstanding achievers. Nominees must have graduated with their PhD between three and ten years of the nomination closing date..
The Jian Zhou Medal	Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences	April	The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences Jian Zhou Medal is awarded annually to a rising star of Australian health and medical science who is making a significant impact in translational medical science, primarily working in Australia. The Medal is awarded at the Academy’s annual meeting each October and recipients receive financial support for their travel costs to enable them to attend.
Le Grand Priz de la Fondation de la Maison de la Chemie	Fondation de la Maison de la Chimie	April	Rewards an original work in chemistry, of benefit to mankind, society or nature – €35,000
VinFuture Prize	The VinFuture Foundation	May	The VinFuture Prize has a Grand Prize of US$3 million awarded annually for breakthrough research and technological innovations that positively improve the quality of human life, and create a more equitable and sustainable world for future generations. There are also three additional Special Prizes of US$ 500,000 each with a focus on promoting diversity, equity, and new fields of study will also be awarded annually to: Innovator(s) from Developing Country(ies), Female Innovator(s), and Innovator(s) with Outstanding Achievements in Emerging Fields.
CSL Florey Medal	Australian Institute of Policy and Science	May	Awarded to an Australian biomedical researcher for significant lifetime achievements in biomedical science and/or human health advancement for research conducted primarily in Australia - $50,000
TWAS-Lenovo Science Prize	The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)	May	Awarded to scientists living and working in the developing countries for outstanding scientific achievements in engineering sciences - US $100,000, medal and certificate
Premi Ramon Margalef d'Ecologia	Generalitat de Catelunya	May	The purpose of this international award is to recognise people all over the world who have distinguished themselves in the field of ecological science.
Science Excellence Awards South Australia	Government of South Australia	May	Awarded to high achievers in research, industry and education in South Australia. The South Australian Scientist of the Year and the South Australian Innovator of the year will receive $25,000 prize money and winners of all other categories will receive $10,000
KNAW Bob Pinedo Cancer Care Award	Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences	May	Awarded to a researcher (or team of researchers) whose contribution to (translational) cancer research and compassionate cancer patient - €100,000
Prince Mahidol Award	Government of Thailand	May	Awarded to individual(s) or institutions(s) for their outstanding performance and/or research in medicine that contributes directly to the betterment of society. There will be one award in medicine and one in public health - US $100,000
Australian Museum Eureka Prize	Australian Museum	May	The Australian Museum Eureka Prizes honour excellence across the areas of research & innovation, leadership, science engagement, and school science.
The John Maddox Prize	Sense about Science	May	Awarded to researchers who have shown great courage and integrity in standing up for science and scientific reasoning against fierce opposition and hostility. Each year there is one winner, and an additional prize for an early career researcher - £3000.
L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Awards	L'Oréal and UNESCO	May	Recognises and promotes established women scientists whose outstanding achievements have contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge and of its benefits to society and provide support to promising young women who are already making significant contributions in their scientific disciplines.
The Georgina Sweet Awards for Women in Quantitative Biomedical Science	The University of Melbourne	May	Four awards of $25,000 each will be made each year to Australian female researchers who demonstrate excellence in the area of quantitative biomedical science. An additional two awards of $25,000 each will be made for Excellence in Inclusivity, recognizing Women in Biomedical Science who have a strong track record in research and who have demonstrated the importance of inclusion and diversity.
Ilse & Helmut Wachter Award	Ilse & Helmut Wachter Foundation at the Medical University, Innsbruck	May	Scientific achievements in all fields of medicine – €15 000
Resilient Australia Award	Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience	June	Recognises and promotes initiatives that strengthen community disaster resilience.
RACI National Awards	Royal Australian Chemical Institute	June	RACI recognise overall contributions and achievements of members in a number of areas, including: Research and Innovation C.S. Piper Award is awarded to a full member of the RACI for the best published original research work carried out mainly in Australia in the fields of either soil chemistry or the mineral nutrition of plants. Awarded every second year. H.G. Smith Memorial Award is awarded to a member of the RACI who has contributed most to the development of some branch of chemical science. Rennie Memorial Medal is awarded for excellence in research in Chemical Science. Leadership Fensham Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Chemical Education recognises outstanding contributions to the teaching of chemistry and science in general over an extended period. The Chemical Service Award recognises substantial contributions to Chemistry and especially to the progress of the profession over a period of many years. Applied Research Award is awarded to a full member of the RACI who has contributed significantly towards the development of, or innovation through, applied research, or in industrial fields. Citations is awarded to a member of the RACI who has made substantial contributions to chemistry, and especially to the progress of the profession over a period of many years. Distinguished Fellowship Award is awarded in recognition of highly distinguished contributions to the profession of academia, government or industry. Leighton Memorial Medal is awarded to a Chartered Member of the RACI in recognition of eminent services to chemistry in Australia in the broadest sense. Weickhardt Medal: Distinguished Contribution to Economic Advancement is awarded to a full member of the RACI who has contributed significantly towards the economic advancement of the Australian economy through work in the chemistry area. Women in Chemistry Margaret Sheil Leadership Award is in recognition of an outstanding female leader working a chemistry-related field including academia, teaching, and the public or private sector who has helped to inspire and mentor junior female chemists and/or help to provide a more equitable work place. Rita Cornforth Lectureship is awarded to an outstanding female Early Career chemist in recognition of outstanding contribution to chemical research in any sphere, including industry, the public sector and academia.
Eppendorf & Science Prize for Neurobiology	Eppendorf	June	The international Eppendorf & Science Prize for Neurobiology is awarded annually to one young scientist, under 35 years of age, for the most outstanding neurobiological research based on methods of molecular and cell biology conducted by them during the past three years - US $25,000
BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards	BBVA Foundation	11:00pm (GMT), 30 June 2022	Awarded in basic sciences (physics, chemistry, mathematics), biology and biomedicine, information and communication technologies, ecology and conservation biology, climate change - €400 000
Queen Elizabeth Prize in Engineering	The Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Foundation	15 July 2022	Rewards and celebrates up to five engineers responsible for an innovation that has been of global benefit to humanity - £500,000
Victoria Prize for Science and Innovation	Victoria State Government	Applications close at 12pm (AEST) 18 July 2022 Referee reports due by 12pm (AEST) 25 July 2022	Recognises leadership, determination and creativity, highlighting the many ways in which research and development of international significance are conducted in Victoria - $25,000 per prize
Victoria Fellowships	Victoria State Government	Applications close at 12pm (AEST) 18 July 2022 Referee reports and institution endorsement due by 12pm (AEST) 25 July 2022	Recognises the important role of innovation in Victoria's economic future and the need for Victorians to be skilled in science, technology, engineering and mathematics - $18,000
2023 Australian of the Year Awards	National Australia Day Council	31 July 2022	Celebrates the contributions of those leading Australians who excel in their chosen field or who make outstanding achievements for the betterment of others.
Metcalf Prizes for Stem Cell Research	National Stem Cell Foundation of Australia	July	The National Stem Cell Foundation of Australia awards and celebrates two exceptional mid-career stem cell researchers with the Metcalf Prizes for Stem Cell Research. The prizes recognise and honour the exceptional contribution made to stem cell research by Emeritus Professor Donald Metcalf, AC, FRS, FAA.
Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize	Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science and the World Health Organisation	August	The prize aims to honour individuals or organisations with outstanding achievements in the fields of medical research or medical services - 100 million Yen
The Abel Prize	The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters	15 September annually - nominations received after this date are considered in the subsequent year.	The Abel Prize recognizes outstanding scientific work in the field of mathematics, including mathematical aspects of computer science, mathematical physics, probability, numerical analysis and scientific computing, statistics, and also applications of mathematics in the sciences. - 7.5 million NOK (approx AU$1.15 million)
Lurie Prize in the Biomedical Sciences	National Institutes of Health (FNIH)	September	Recognises outstanding achievements by young biomedical research scientists
2021 SQA PhD Scholarships	Sydney Quantum Academy	September	The SQA scholarship program offers students funding to work alongside some of the world’s leading quantum researchers and gain industry-ready skills. SQA PhD Scholarships provide a stipend of up to AU$35,000 p.a., access to career development funding and exclusive benefits.
Heineken Prizes	Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences	September	Awarding prizes for biochemistry and biophysics, medicine and environmental sciences - US $200,000 in each category.
Canada Gairdner International Awards	Gairdner Foundation	October	The Canada Gairdner International Award recognizes outstanding researchers whose unique scientific contributions have increased the understanding of human biology and disease and contributed to the relief of human suffering - CN $100 000
Wolf Prize	Wolf Foundation	October	Nomination to the wolf prize is by invitation only. Awarded to outstanding scientists for their achievements for the benefit of mankind in the following fields in 2022: Chemistry, Physics, Agriculture, Mathematics and Architecture - US $100,000 in each prize area
Millennium Technology Prize	Technology Academy Finland	October	The Millennium Technology Prize is presented every two years and awarded for groundbreaking technological innovations that benefit millions of people around the world - € 1 million
The Danone International Prize for Alimentation	Danone Institute	October	The purpose of the Danone International Prize for Alimentation is to encourage and support cutting edge, innovative and multidisciplinary scientific research in Alimentation - € 100 000
Indigenous STEM Awards	CSIRO	November	The Indigenous STEM Awards recognise, reward and celebrate the achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and scientists who are studying and working in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) field, as well as the integral role schools, teachers and mentors have in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in pursuing STEM education and careers. The awards also recognise the immense value of connecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with inspirational STEM role models, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous.
Albert Einstein World Award of Science	World Cultural Council	November	The award recognises those who have accomplished scientific and technological achievements which have brought progress to science and benefit to mankind - US $10 000
José Vasconcelos Award	World Cultural Council	November	Awarded to a renowned educator, an authority in the field of teaching, or to an individual who has promoted education policies, who has had a significant influence on the advancement in the scope of culture for mankind - US $10 000
Kavli Prizes	The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters	December	Kavli prizes acknowledge outstanding scientific achievements in Astrophysics, Nanoscience and Neuroscience – US $1 million
A.M Turing Award	Association for Computing Machinery	December	Technical award given for major contributions of a technical nature to the computing community - US $1 million
Gruber Prizes	The Gruber Foundation	December	Honours individuals in the fields of cosmology, genetics and neuroscience, whose ground-breaking work provides new models that inspire and enable fundamental shifts in knowledge and culture - US $500 000 for each category
Mahathir Science Award	Mahathir Science Award Foundation and the Academy of Sciences Malaysia	1 March 2022	Awarded to an individual or group in recognition of contributions and innovations towards solving problems in the tropics through Science, Technology and Innovation.The call for nominations is now open for the Tropical Medicine and Tropical Natural Resources categories - US $100,000
IUPAC distinguished women in chemistry or chemical engineering	International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry	December	The award acknowledges and promotes the work of women in chemistry/chemical engineering worldwide
Buys Ballot Medal	The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences	December (nominations received every 10 years, last awarded in 2014). Next nomination year is 2023.	The Buys Ballot Medal was established to promote advancements in meteorology and is awarded once every 10 years.
Fields Medal	International Mathematical Union	December	The Fields Medal is awarded every four years on the occasion of the International Congress of Mathematicians to recognise outstanding mathematical achievement for existing work and for the promise of future achievement - US $15 000
The Benjamin Franklin Medal	The Franklin Institute	Rolling deadline	Awarded across seven disciplines of science: chemistry, computer and cognitive science, Earth and environmental science, electrical engineering, life science, civil and mechanical engineering, and physics - US $250 000

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External sources of recognition

Award

Awarding body

Nomination deadline

Brief description

Australian Government

Rolling deadline - appointments in the Order of Australia are announced on Australia Day and on the Queen’s Birthday public holiday in June.

Nominations received from the public to recognise people who have contributed above and beyond to the Australian community or humanity at large. To encourage diverse representation of the community, nominations of women are being sought.

The Volvo Environment Prize Foundation

January

Awarded to people who have made outstanding scientific achievements within the area of environment and sustainability - SEK $1.5 million (approximately $230,000 AUD)

Lefoulon-Delalande Institut de France

January

Awarded to scientists who have made a significant scientific contribution in physiology, biology or cardiovascular medicine - €500,000

Welch Foundation

January

Awards important chemical research contributions which have had a significant, positive influence on mankind -US $500,000

Asia Oceania Geosciences Society

February

Awards outstanding achievements in geosciences and unselfish cooperation and leadership in Asia and Oceania

Lasker Foundation

February

Awarded in Basic Medical Research, Clinical Medical Research, and Public Service Award - US $250 000

Quatar Foundation

February

Awarded for significant and lasting impact upon education at any level, demonstrating an inspiring and visionary approach – US $500 000

Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources

February

Nominations sought for Australia's national science and teaching awards: total pool of $750,000 in prize monies and an embossed medallion and lapel pin.

The Prime Minister's Prize for Science

The Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation

The Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year

The Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year

Prize for New Innovators

The Prime Minister's Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools

The Prime Minister's Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools

The Letten Foundation

February

A prize for young researchers working within the fields of health, environment, development and equality in all aspects of human life. Winner is awarded 2 million NOK (approx. 215000 EUR /260000 USD)

The Royal Society

February

Copley Medal Given for an outstanding achievement in any field of the physical sciences.

Royal Medal For outstanding achievements in the biological, physical and applied sciences.

Croonian Medal and Lecture Awarded to a scientist to give a lecture in their field of the biological sciences.

Bakerian Medal and Lecture Awarded to a scientist to give a lecture in their field of the physical sciences.

Buchanan Medal For distinguished contributions to the biomedical sciences. Darwin Medal For work of acknowledged distinction in evolution, population biology, organismal biology and biological diversity.

Ferrier Medal and Lecture For distinguished contributions on the structure and function of the nervous system. Teams/groups are now eligible for this award.

Francis Crick Medal and Lecture Given on any field in the biological science.

Davy Medal For an outstanding researcher in the field of chemistry.

Hughes Medal Awarded to an outstanding researcher in the field of energy.

Leverhulme Medal For outstanding contributions in the field of chemical engineering and applied chemistry. Teams/groups are now eligible for this award.

Royal Society Armourers and Brasiers' Company Prize For outstanding, pioneering and innovating materials science research with potential for application.

The Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize To recognise early-career research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the physical, mathematical and engineering sciences

Royal Society Milner Award and Lecture For outstanding achievement in computer science by a European researcher.

Rumford Medal For an outstanding researcher in the field of physics.

Sylvester Medal For an outstanding researcher in the field of mathematics.

Gabor Medal Awarded for acknowledged distinction of interdisciplinary work between life sciences with other disciplines.

Michael Faraday Medal and Lecture For a scientist or engineer whose expertise in communicating scientific ideas in lay terms is exemplary.

Royal Society Africa Prize To recognise outstanding research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the sciences which contributes significantly to capacity building in Africa.

Royal Society Athena Prize Celebrates individuals and organisations who have contributed most to the advancement of diversity in STEM within their communities. Teams/groups are eligible for this award.

Royal Society David Attenborough Award and Lecture or outstanding public engagement with science.

Royal Society Hauksbee Award For outstanding achievements in science by someone whose work is mostly ‘behind the scenes’ or in support, including technicians, research office staff or other contributors who might not normally be recognised. Teams/groups are eligible for this award.

Royal Society Mullard Award For individuals whose work has the potential to make a contribution to national prosperity.

Royal Society Research Culture Award For outstanding contributions to the wider research community. Teams/groups are eligible for this award.

Royal Society Rosalind Franklin Award and Lecture To support the promotion of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Wilkins-Bernal-Medawar Medal and Lecture Given on a subject relating to the history of science, philosophy of science or the social function of science.

Keio University Medical Science Fund

March

Awarded in the field of clinical medicine (including the development of drugs and medical devices) - 10 Million Yen

Advance Awards

March

The Advance Awards recognise and celebrate the work of global Australians and alumni of Australian universities around the world who exhibit remarkable talent, exceptional vision and ambition at any stage of their career.

The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)

March

The King Faisal Foundation

March

Prizes in different fields of science and medicine - US $200 000.

L'Oréal and UNESCO

March

Awarded in Basic Medical Research, Clinical Medical Research, and Public Service Award
- US $250 000

Copley Medal
Given for an outstanding achievement in any field of the physical sciences.

Royal Medal
For outstanding achievements in the biological, physical and applied sciences.

Croonian Medal and Lecture
Awarded to a scientist to give a lecture in their field of the biological sciences.

Bakerian Medal and Lecture
Awarded to a scientist to give a lecture in their field of the physical sciences.

Buchanan Medal
For distinguished contributions to the biomedical sciences.

Darwin Medal
For work of acknowledged distinction in evolution, population biology, organismal biology and biological diversity.

Ferrier Medal and Lecture
For distinguished contributions on the structure and function of the nervous system. Teams/groups are now eligible for this award.

Francis Crick Medal and Lecture
Given on any field in the biological science.

Davy Medal
For an outstanding researcher in the field of chemistry.

Hughes Medal
Awarded to an outstanding researcher in the field of energy.

Leverhulme Medal
For outstanding contributions in the field of chemical engineering and applied chemistry. Teams/groups are now eligible for this award.

Royal Society Armourers and Brasiers' Company Prize
For outstanding, pioneering and innovating materials science research with potential for application.

The Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize
To recognise early-career research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the physical, mathematical and engineering sciences

Royal Society Milner Award and Lecture
For outstanding achievement in computer science by a European researcher.

Rumford Medal
For an outstanding researcher in the field of physics.

Sylvester Medal
For an outstanding researcher in the field of mathematics.

Gabor Medal
Awarded for acknowledged distinction of interdisciplinary work between life sciences with other disciplines.

Michael Faraday Medal and Lecture
For a scientist or engineer whose expertise in communicating scientific ideas in lay terms is exemplary.

Royal Society Africa Prize
To recognise outstanding research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the sciences which contributes significantly to capacity building in Africa.

Royal Society Athena Prize
Celebrates individuals and organisations who have contributed most to the advancement of diversity in STEM within their communities. Teams/groups are eligible for this award.

Royal Society David Attenborough Award and Lecture
or outstanding public engagement with science.

Royal Society Hauksbee Award
For outstanding achievements in science by someone whose work is mostly ‘behind the scenes’ or in support, including technicians, research office staff or other contributors who might not normally be recognised. Teams/groups are eligible for this award.

Royal Society Mullard Award
For individuals whose work has the potential to make a contribution to national prosperity.

Royal Society Research Culture Award
For outstanding contributions to the wider research community. Teams/groups are eligible for this award.

Royal Society Rosalind Franklin Award and Lecture
To support the promotion of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Wilkins-Bernal-Medawar Medal and Lecture
Given on a subject relating to the history of science, philosophy of science or the social function of science.