Description The National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications will present prizes to science journalists and research scientists who have developed creative, original work that addresses issues and advances in science, engineering, and/or medicine for the general public. Submissions are accepted in eight categories:freelance journalists, early-career journalists, and reporting on local/regional issues (science journalism); graduate students, early-career researchers, and later-career researchers (s...
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Eligible Applicants - Individual - Early Career Professor - Senior Researcher - Minority - Woman Additional Eligibility Information The awards recognize individuals excelling in science communication across various categories such as journalists, research scientists at different career stages, and independent communicators.
Funding Type other Categories of Funding Activity - Agriculture - Behavioral and Social Sciences - Biology and Life Sciences - Computers and Information Technology - Conflict and Security Issues - Earth Sciences - Education - Energy and Energy Conservation - Engineering and Technology - Environment and Environmental Studies - Explore Science - Food and Nutrition - Health and Medicine - Industry and Labor - Math, Chemistry, and Physics - Biography and Autobiography - Space and Aeronautics - Transportation and Infrastructure - Policy for Science and Technology - Surveys and Statistics - Fellowships
Grantor Contact Information If you require assistance or additional information, contact us with questions/comments. Grantor Email contact@nas.edu Other Grantor Information The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide independent, objective advice to inform policy with evidence, spark progress and innovation, and confront challenging issues for the benefit of society. They are comprised of three academies: the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, and the National Academy of Medicine. The organization convenes hundreds of conferences, workshops, and symposia annually, bringing together leading experts from academia, public, and private sectors. Their work focuses on providing high-quality, evidence-based consensus on complex scientific, engineering, and health-related challenges. They produce peer-reviewed reports, publish scientific journals, and serve as a trusted source of expert advice for policymaking. The National Academies mobilize approximately 6,000 top experts each year who volunteer their time and knowledge to conduct policy studies, workshops, and other activities aimed at addressing critical issues facing the nation and world.