UFAW Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Animal Welfare Science

The UFAW Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Animal Welfare Science is awarded to recognise the exceptional achievements of an individual scientist who has made fundamental contributions to the advancement of animal welfare over a number of years. The award is open to individuals whose research, teaching, service and/or advocacy has significantly benefited the welfare of animals.
The winner of this award will receive a commemorative medal and an award certificate.
Nomination procedure
Nominations may be made on behalf of another individual, or a candidate may nominate themselves.
The nomination procedure consists of four main 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
- A copy of the nominated candidate’s CV (if possible) or a short biography
- A list of publications (please highlight up to three publications that best illustrate the quality of the nominee’s work)
- Two letters of support from well-established scientists in the field
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
Please note: Nominees must be aware that they are being nominated for the award. Organisations or institutions are not eligible to apply.
Closing Date:
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED,
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.