Catherine Kerr Award
The Catherine Kerr Award recognizes innovative and compassionate research in contemplative science, honoring scholars whose work advances understanding of contemplation and compassion.
Funder: Mind and Life Institute
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Nomination/application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recognition award; no monetary value specified.
Summary: Honors individuals for courageous and compassionate scientific contributions in contemplative research, commemorating Cathy Kerr’s legacy.
Key Information: Award is bi-annual and based on nominations; open to scholars in sciences and humanities.
Description
The Catherine Kerr Award for Courageous and Compassionate Science, established by the Mind and Life Institute, recognizes individuals whose work exemplifies bold innovation, imagination, courage, authenticity, and heartfulness in the contemplative research field. The award honors the memory and legacy of Cathy Kerr by celebrating scholars whose research advances the study of contemplation and compassion, especially those breaking new ground or serving understudied populations. This recognition highlights scholarly contributions that embody generosity, inclusion, and altruism within the contemplative sciences and humanities.
