SRCD Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Awards
Forecasted
SRCD Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Awards support doctoral researchers by honoring exceptional completed dissertations in developmental science and recognizing their potential contributions to the field.
Funder: Society for Research in Child Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2028 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $500 USD honorarium per award
Summary: Recognizes SRCD members for unusually noteworthy completed doctoral dissertations in developmental science.
Key Information: Nominees must be SRCD members; dissertation completion windows are defined for each award cycle.
Description
Established in 2008, the SRCD Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Awards recognize unusually noteworthy doctoral dissertations in developmental science. The Society for Research in Child Development administers the awards as part of its Biennial Awards, honoring completed dissertation work rather than funding new research or future projects. Recipients receive an honorarium, and their work is recognized at the Society’s Biennial Meeting.
The nomination emphasizes why a dissertation stands out: the quality of its topic, its relevance to developmental science, and its relevance to SRCD’s strategic goals. Nominators also describe the researcher’s further qualifications and potential long-term contributions to the field. The 2027 awards are scheduled for presentation at the Biennial Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
