The SRCD Senior Distinguished Contributions Awards honor senior members for sustained, influential achievements in developmental science, including research, mentoring, and service, as recognized by the Society for Research in Child Development.
Funder: Society for Research in Child Development
Due Dates: July 27, 2026 | September 3, 2026
Funding Amounts: Honorific award; no direct monetary prize. Presented at the SRCD 2027 Biennial Meeting.
Summary: Recognizes senior SRCD members for sustained, distinguished contributions to developmental science research and service.
Key Information: Nominee and nominator must be SRCD members; award is presented in-person at the 2027 Biennial Meeting in Atlanta.
The SRCD Senior Distinguished Contributions Awards celebrate senior members of the Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) who have demonstrated sustained and impactful achievements in developmental science. Established in 1977 and awarded biennially, these honors recognize a broad spectrum of excellence, including scientific research, public policy, mentoring, interdisciplinary collaboration, diversity, and international understanding. Recipients are recognized at the SRCD Biennial Meeting and serve as exemplars of long-term influence and commitment to advancing the field of child development.