UFAW Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Animal Welfare Science

Background
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 advocacy has significantly benefited the welfare of animals.
The winner of this award will receive a commemorative medal and a framed 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 parts:
1. A main nomination document (up to 3 pages) that describes why the candidate is being nominated, and details how this individual has made fundamental contributions to the advancement of animal welfare
2. Two letters of support from well-established scientists in the field (please give the names of the supporting scientists in the main nomination document)
3. A copy of the nominated candidate's CV (if possible) or a short biography
4. A list of publications. Please highlight up to three publications that best illustrate the quality of the nominee’s work
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 (main nomination document, 2 supporting letters, CV or short biography, and a list of publications) should be submitted via email to grants@ufaw.org.uk to arrive by 10 December 2023.
Nominations will be assessed by a UFAW Panel following the closing date and the winning candidate will be notified. No medal will be awarded if no suitable candidate has been nominated.
Further information
If further information is required please contact UFAW directly via email: grants@ufaw.org.uk or telephone: +44 (0) 1582 831818.