American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is currently accepting applications for its David and Betty Hamburg Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award
The AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award for Science Diplomacy, presented by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, honors exceptional contributions to science diplomacy.It recognizes efforts that use science to strengthen international relations, foster cooperation, and address global challenges through collaboration between scientific and policy communities.
Benefits of AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award
- The award recipient receives a monetary prize of $10,000, a commemorative plaque, complimentary registration for the AAAS Annual Meeting and reimbursement for travel and hotel expenses to attend, worldwide promotion of their achievements through AAAS communication channels, and the opportunity to be featured in an interview in Science & Diplomacy.
AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award Requirements
Any individual or small group in the scientific or foreign policy community that has contributed to the role of science cooperation in building stronger links between and among societies is eligible for the AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award for Science Diplomacy.
- The award is open to all regardless of nationality or citizenship.
- Nominees must be living at the time of their nomination.
- The award accepts self-nominations.
Application Date and Process
Submit your nominations via the online submissions portal here. The submission form requests the following information:
- Nominator's name and contact information
- Nominee's name and title, institutional affiliation, and contact information
- A brief citation (25 - 30 words) describing the accomplishment(s) for which the individual or organization is nominated
- A longer Nomination Rationale (not to exceed three pages) providing additional details of the accomplishment(s) for which the individual/group is nominated, and the impact of that accomplishment
- A CV (five-page maximum) of the nominee(s)
- For groups of nominees, please compile all CVs into a single document.
- At least one letter of support written by someone other than the nominator (for self-nominations we require at least two letters)
- Optional: An additional letter of support
- Optional: Documentation (links to books, articles, or other materials) that illuminates the significance of the nominee's achievement may also be submitted.
Application Deadline
30 June, 2026
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