UFAW Early Career Animal Welfare Researcher of the Year Award
The UFAW Early Career Animal Welfare Researcher of the Year Award is an award that recognises the achievements of scientists at the early stages of their career, who have made significant contributions to improving the welfare of animals.
The winner of this award will be presented with £1,000 and an award certificate.
Nomination procedure
This Award is open to students who are currently studying for a doctoral degree and to individuals who are within six years of the end of their PhD work.
Nominations may be made on behalf of another individual, or a candidate may nominate themselves.
The nomination procedure consists of three parts:
- A nomination statement that describes why the candidate is being nominated, and details how this individual has made fundamental contributions to the advancement of animal welfare
- Two letters of support from well-established scientists in the field
- A copy of the nominated candidate’s CV
To make a nomination, please complete the online nomination form: ECR 2025 Nomination Form or scan the QR code.
Please note: Nominees must be aware that they are being nominated for the award. Organisations or institutions are not eligible to apply.
Closing Date:
The closing date for nominations is 10 December 2024.
Nominations will be assessed by a UFAW Panel following the closing date. The winning candidate will be informed directly, and the award made public on the UFAW website and on social media once announced (likely May 2025).
Please note: unsuccessful nominations will not be notified.
Further information
If further information is required, please contact UFAW directly via email: grants@ufaw.org.uk, or telephone: +44 (0) 1582 831818.
