Killam Prize
Eligibility:
Equity, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to achieving research excellence. The National Killam Program encourages nominations of candidates whose research has consequence and impact, setting precedents and yielding transformative results that serve to build Canada’s future through advanced study.
Below are eligibility criteria to consider when submitting a nomination:
Below are eligibility criteria to consider when submitting a nomination:
- Individual nominations may include nomination for multiple categories, but an individual may only be awarded the Killam Prize in 1 category.
- No individual may be awarded a Killam Prize more than once.
- Self-nominations are not permitted for the Killam Prize; only nominations by experts in their field.
- Killam Prizes are intended for active (not retired) Canadian scholars who have made a substantial and distinguished contribution, over a significant period, to scholarly research. A Killam Prize is not intended as an “end-of-service” reward, as a recognition for a single great accomplishment, or in expectation of future distinguished contributions.
- Only Canadian citizens or scholars working and living in Canada are eligible, and the prizes are awarded only to living candidates.
- National Killam Program Office employees, members of the National Killam Program Advisory Board, or the Selection Committee may not be nominated during their term as members, and for 1 year following the end of their term.
- The nominator and the nominee consent to disclose any information that may constitute a significant departure from generally-recognized standards of public behaviour and which is seen to undermine the public reputation of the National Killam Program.
- A nominator may resubmit a nomination for a specific nominee as many times as desired. However, a new nomination package is required for any subsequent nomination.
Note that meeting the eligibility criteria allows candidates to be nominated for a Killam Prize. However, it does not guarantee prize receipt. The National Killam Program Office retains the right to interpret the contents of the nomination guidelines and form.
How to Apply:
The Killam Prizes are intended to honour distinguished Canadian scholars who have been engaged in research in universities, hospitals, research or scientific institutes, or other similar institutions.
Normally, one (1) prize is awarded each year in each of five (5) disciplines. They are awarded annually, on a competitive basis, for research done in any of the following disciplines:
- humanities
- social sciences
- natural sciences
- health sciences
- engineering
The Killam Prizes are awarded to active Canadian scholars who have distinguished themselves through sustained research excellence, making a significant impact in their respective fields in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, and engineering.
If you are interested in being nominated for one of these prizes, please contact Dr. Batia Stolar, Associate VP, Research & Graduate Studies, at bstolar@lakeheadu.ca.
External Deadline:
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Award Category:
Award
Agency:
Funding Source:
External
Funding Level:
Research