[American Association for the Advancement of Science](https://www.aaas.org)

June 30, 2026 (Nomination submission deadline)

$10,000 cash prize; travel, hotel, and registration for AAAS Annual Meeting covered; commemorative plaque

Recognizes individuals or groups making exceptional contributions to science diplomacy and international scientific cooperation.

--- ## Description The AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award for Science Diplomacy honors individuals or small groups in the scientific, engineering, or foreign affairs communities who have made outstanding contributions to advancing science diplomacy. This annual award celebrates those whose work bridges science, evidence-based decision-making, and diplomacy, significantly promoting international cooperation, peace, and human rights through scientific collaboration. Recipients are recognized for elevating the role of science in foreign policy and for building stronger links between scientific and diplomatic communities. The award was first established in 1992 and renamed in 2021 to honor the legacy of David and Betty Hamburg. --- ## Due Dates - June 30, 2026: Nomination submission deadline (nominations close for the AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award for Science Diplomacy) --- ## Funding Amount - $10,000 cash prize to the recipient (individual or group) - Commemorative plaque - Complimentary registration for the AAAS Annual Meeting - Reimbursement for travel and hotel expenses to attend the Annual Meeting - Worldwide promotion of achievements through AAAS channels - Opportunity to be featured in an interview in _Science & Diplomacy_ --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals or small groups in the scientific, engineering, or foreign affairs communities. - No restrictions on nationality or citizenship. - Nominees must be living at the time of nomination. - Self-nominations are accepted. - Contributions should focus on advancing science diplomacy, building links between scientific and foreign policy communities, and elevating the role of science in addressing global challenges. --- ## Application Process - Submit nominations through the [online portal](https://hamburgsciencediplomacy.secure-platform.com/a/). - Required nomination materials (in English): - Nominator’s name and contact information - Nominee’s name, title, institutional affiliation, and contact information - Brief citation (25–30 words) describing the accomplishment(s) - Nomination rationale (up to 3 pages) detailing the accomplishment(s) and impact - CV (5-page maximum) for each nominee (combine into one document for groups) - At least one letter of support (two required for self-nominations) - Optional: Additional letter of support and links to relevant documentation (books, articles, etc.) - All materials become the property of AAAS. --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented each year at the AAAS Annual Meeting. - Selection is made by an international, multidisciplinary committee, with final approval by the AAAS Board-Council Prize Committee. - Awardees are expected to uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and scientific integrity. - Taxes and other costs associated with receipt or use of the prize are the sole responsibility of the winner. --- ## External Links - [Award Website & Nomination Portal](https://hamburgsciencediplomacy.secure-platform.com/a/) - [AAAS Award Page](https://www.aaas.org/awards/science-diplomacy) - [Past Recipients](https://www.aaas.org/awards/science-diplomacy/recipients) - [Science & Diplomacy Journal](https://www.sciencediplomacy.org/) - [AAAS Center for Science Diplomacy](https://www.aaas.org/focus-areas/science-diplomacy) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [awards@aaas.org](mailto:awards@aaas.org?subject=AAAS%20David%20and%20Betty%20Hamburg%20Award%20for%20Science%20Diplomacy) (include award name in subject) | | Postal Address | AAAS Center for Science Diplomacy, 1200 New York Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20005, United States | | Phone | 202-326-6400 | | Award Portal Support | [Nomination Portal](https://hamburgsciencediplomacy.secure-platform.com/a/) |

AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award for Science Diplomacy

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