The American Association for the Advancement of Science invites nominations for the 2026 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: 06/30/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The prize was established in 1985 by the AAAS Board of Directors. A monetary prize of $5,000, a commemorative plaque, complimentary registration to the AAAS Annual Meeting, a complimentary one-year AAAS membership, and reimbursement for reasonable travel expenses to attend the AAAS Annual Meeting to receive the prize are given to the recipient. The Prize will be presented at the 2026 AAAS Annual Meeting.
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, a repeat submission should reflect any updates to the candidates CV and letters of recommendations.
For more information, visit AAAS.
