The American Association for the Advancement of Science invites nominations for the 2027 AAAS Philip Hauge Abelson Prize.
Donor Name: American Association for the Advancement of Science
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes
Deadline: 06/30/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Funding Information
Grants Up to $5,000.
Eligibility Criteria
The Philip Hauge Abelson Prize was established to be awarded to someone who has made significant contributions to the scientific community — whether through research, policy, and/or civil service — in the United States. The awardee could be a public servant, scientist, or an individual in any field who has made sustained, exceptional contributions and other notable services to the scientific community.
Entries
- Nominations may be made by individuals, universities, government agencies, research organizations, and AAAS affiliate organizations.
- According to AAAS award policy, self-nominations are allowed.
- Prior nomination does not exclude a candidate from consideration in subsequent years; however it should be resubmitted to reflect any updates to the candidates CV and letters of recommendations.
Criteria
Nominees will be reviewed on the following criteria:
- The candidate has demonstrated significant and lasting impacts to advancing science for the benefit of society.
- The candidate has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the science, policy, and/or civil service communities.
- The candidate has demonstrated a pattern of sustained contributions to the scientific community.
For more information, visit AAAS.
