Academic Excellence Award

This award is given to an exceptional alum currently working in academia who demonstrates outstanding achievements in their field. This honor recognizes an individual who exhibits remarkable research excellence, serves as an inspiring mentor or science communicator, and proves to be a supportive and inclusive leader. Additionally, the recipient makes a meaningful impact within their specific area of research or beyond. This award celebrates the recipient’s dedication to both the pursuit of knowledge and the betterment of the academic community as a whole.

Nominate an Alumni

Academic Excellence Award - given to an alumnus currently working in academia who:

Has shown research excellence
Is an excellent mentor or science communicator
Is a supportive and inclusive leader
Has made an impact within their research area or beyond

Prize package includes:

Inaugural Award winner title
Support a visit to Perimeter Institute for 2 weeks research collaboration
Opportunity to provide a talk/colloquium/public lecture in 2028 and present the Academic Award to new winner

Nominate an Alumni