Deadline Date: March 31, 2026


The AVS Awards honor extraordinary achievements that advance the fields of interest to AVS and shape the future of science and technology.. Do you know a colleague, peer, or mentor whose work deserves to be recognized?


AVS awards have been updated to reflect the diversity of the Society and we are seeking a broad, inclusive nomination pool from all work environments including industry and government sectors.


NOMINATE A PEER OR COLLEAGUE for a National Award. Your nomination can shine a spotlight on groundbreaking work, innovative thinking, and lasting contributions. A potential nominee may not look like a “traditional” award recipient — and that’s exactly why we want to hear about them.

 

Strong nominations come from recognizing excellence wherever it appears. If someone inspires you through their research, leadership, mentorship, or technological impact, now is the time to take action.

 
 

- Nomination Procedures -

Professional Awards Nominations Deadline:

March 31, 2026

Before starting a Professional Award Nomination online please review the information for each award. View 2025 Awardees & Interviews

Watch the AVS Professional Development Webinar on Nominating and Being Nominated for Awards – Hints, Tips, and Ideas with Sally McArthur and Julia Fulghum to find out all the information you need to help you get started. View here

Submit by March 31, 2026 11:59 PM ET

 
 
Medard W. Welch

Outstanding Theoretical and/or Experimental Accomplishments

Gaede-Langmuir

Outstanding Discoveries and Inventions

Peter
Mark

Outstanding Theoretical or Experimental Work by an Early Career Scientist or Engineer

 
George T. Hanyo

Outstanding Performance in Technical Support of

Research and Development

Fellow of the Society

Sustained and Outstanding Scientific and Technical contributions in research, engineering, technical advancement, academic education, or scientific/ managerial/ policy leadership

 
Mentor Recognition

Do you have a mentor or someone that helped guide you in your career? Nominate that person for making a difference in people’s lives and going above and beyond their job duties to enhance the careers of future generations.

 

AVS is accepting nominations for Student Awards through May 18, 2026

Questions? Please contact Angela Klink, AVS Director of Member Services, angela@avs.org

 
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