Robert Holland Jr. Award
The Robert Holland Jr. Award honors senior physical scientists for exceptional research, teaching, and mentorship, with a focus on broadening diversity within the Cottrell Scholar community.
Funder: Research Corporation for Science Advancement
Due Dates: November 3, 2026
Funding Amounts: $5,000 cash prize; one-time award
Summary: Recognizes senior scientists excelling in research, teaching, and mentorship, welcoming them into the Cottrell Scholar community to foster new perspectives in science.
Key Information: Nomination by a current Cottrell Scholar or Holland awardee is required; self-nominations are not accepted.
Description
The Robert Holland Jr. Award honors outstanding senior scientists in chemistry, physics, astronomy, or closely related physical sciences for their sustained excellence in research, teaching, and mentorship. This award, established in memory of engineer and executive Robert Holland Jr., seeks to broaden the perspectives and diversity of the Cottrell Scholar community by recognizing scholars whose backgrounds and contributions are underrepresented. Recipients are welcomed as full members of the Cottrell Scholar community, invited to present at the annual Cottrell Scholar Conference, and become eligible for additional collaborative and leadership opportunities within the network.
