Beatrice M. Tinsley Prize
The Beatrice M. Tinsley Prize honors exceptionally creative or innovative research that has significantly advanced astronomy or astrophysics.
Funder: American Astronomical Society
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (Nomination) | July 15, 2026 (Nominee package & Letters of Support)
Funding Amounts: Honorific award; includes a cash prize and recognition at the AAS meeting (biennial)
Summary: Recognizes exceptionally creative or innovative research that has significantly advanced astronomy or astrophysics.
Key Information: No restrictions on citizenship, residence, or career stage; self-nomination is allowed.
Description
The Beatrice M. Tinsley Prize, presented by the American Astronomical Society (AAS), honors an individual or group for an outstanding research contribution to astronomy or astrophysics. The award is given biennially and emphasizes work that is exceptionally creative or innovative, reflecting the legacy of Beatrice Tinsley. The prize seeks to recognize research that has played a seminal role in furthering our understanding of the universe. Recipients are acknowledged at the AAS annual meeting and receive a cash prize.
