Launched in 2014, the Section Awards (formerly known as the Medal Series) recognises those who have made significant contributions to the field of microscopy.
The RMS Section Awards celebrate outstanding scientific achievements across all areas of microscopy and flow cytometry with each RMS Science Section able to select a winner for their own award.
Nominations for these awards are not currently open.
Winners receive complimentary registration to a relevant RMS meeting where they will be presented with their award. They may be invited to produce an article for infocus magazine.
Eligibility:
- All awards are open to applicants worldwide.
- The award will normally be made to nominees who have engaged in independent research for less than 10 years.
How to submit a nomination:
- Applicants may self-nominate or be nominated by a colleague or collaborator.
- Applications and nominations should be submitted to Jade Sturdy.
- Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and a letter stating which section award they wish to be considered for.
- Nominators should submit a curriculum vitae for the nominated candidate and a statement (maximum length 1 page) outlining the merits of the candidate and their suitability for the specific award.
- In each case the relevant science section will consider applications.
Available Awards
Find out more about the individual awards and their previous winners