National Academy of Sciences: John J. Carty Award for the Advancement of Science
Toni Copeland
The John J. Carty Award for the Advancement of Science Selection Committee seeks to identify outstanding candidates for the 2026 John J. Carty Award for the Advancement of Science, presented by the National Academy of Sciences. Nominees for this award are not limited to the membership of the NAS.
The 2026 John J. Carty Award recognizes noteworthy and distinguished accomplishments in the social sciences (excluding economics). The award is presented with a medal and a $25,000 prize.
All nominations must be submitted online by Monday, October 6, 2025 and include:
- Nomination letter describing the candidate's work and why he or she should be selected for the award. No more than three (3) pages.
- Curriculum vitae. No more than two (2) pages.
- Bibliography listing no more than twelve (12) of the nominee's most significant publications.
- Suggested citation. A 50-word summary stating why the nominee should be considered for this award.
- Two letters of support. No more than one letter of support can be written by someone of the same primary work institution as the nominee.
Unless otherwise stated, preference will be given to scientists who may be earlier in their careers or those whose work has not been recognized by other prizes or awards. Nomination restrictions can be found here. Please help spread the word that the nomination process is underway.
Sincerely,
Bill Dressler
Member, The John J. Carty Award for the Advancement of Science Selection Committee
National Academy of Sciences
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Toni Copeland, Ph.D.
Society for Anthropological Sciences, President
Blount Scholars Program / Department of Anthropology