American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Kavli Science Journalism Awards 2026 (With up to $5,000 in Prize)

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About AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards

Since their inception in 1945, the AAAS Science Journalism Awards have honored professional journalists for distinguished reporting on the sciences, engineering, and mathematics. In recognition of a generous endowment by The Kavli Foundation, the awards now are called the AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards, and the contest is open to journalists worldwide.

• Sponsor Organisation: American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)

Benefits of AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards

• Gold Prize: $5,000
• Silver Prize: $3,500
• Winners honored at the AAAS Annual Meeting in February.
• Travel and lodging reimbursed (for one person if multiple contributors).

AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards Requirements

Eligibility:

• Open to journalists from independent news outlets worldwide.
• Entries must be published/broadcast within the contest year.
• English translation required for non-English submissions.
• Maximum of 3 entries per person.
• No entry fee.

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

01 August, 2026

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