Deadline: February 20, 2026
The Royal Society Davy Medal 2026 is now open for nominations, offering one of the most prestigious international recognitions in the field of chemistry. Awarded by the Royal Society of London, this medal honours exceptional scientific achievement and continues a long-standing tradition of celebrating excellence in chemical research.
Below is a detailed and well-structured overview of the Royal Society Davy Medal 2026, covering all key information you need to know.
About the Royal Society Davy Medal 2026
The Royal Society Davy Medal 2026 is awarded for an outstandingly important recent discovery in any branch of chemistry. Established in 1877, the Davy Medal is one of the Royal Society’s oldest awards and is named after Sir Humphry Davy, a pioneering chemist known for his contributions to electrochemistry and chemical discovery.
The medal recognises scientific work that has significantly advanced knowledge, understanding, or application within the chemical sciences.
Award Benefits
Recipients of the Royal Society Davy Medal receive:
- A bronze medal
- A £2,000 monetary gift
- Prestigious international recognition by the Royal Society
Eligibility Criteria
The Royal Society Davy Medal 2026 is open to a broad range of scientists, with no restriction on career stage.
Eligible nominees must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Be a citizen of the United Kingdom, a Commonwealth country, or the Republic of Ireland, or
- Have resided in the UK, Commonwealth, or Republic of Ireland for at least three years
Additional eligibility notes:
- No career-stage restrictions apply
- Teams or collaborative groups may also be nominated
- The award is based on recent, high-impact scientific discovery
Nomination Process
- Nominations are currently open
- Nominations must be submitted through the Royal Society’s official nomination portal
- Self-nominations are not permitted; candidates must be nominated by others familiar with their work
Nomination Deadline
- 20 February 2026
Late or incomplete nominations will not be considered, so early submission is strongly encouraged.
Previous Award Recipient
The 2025 Davy Medal was awarded to Professor Andrew Cooper FRS in recognition of his groundbreaking work combining computational chemistry with autonomous robotics and artificial intelligence, highlighting the evolving and interdisciplinary nature of modern chemical research.
Why the Royal Society Davy Medal 2026 Matters
Winning the Royal Society Davy Medal 2026 places recipients among a distinguished group of scientists whose work has shaped the future of chemistry. The award enhances global visibility, strengthens academic and professional credibility, and acknowledges discoveries with lasting scientific impact.
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