The RSE’s prestigious medals are nominated by RSE Fellows and awarded to individuals to recognise their truly exceptional contributions and achievements to their field. These medallists impact lives all over the world and highlights the talent that exists in Scotland’s research sector.

arts, humanities and social sciences

Recognises exceptional achievement in arts, humanities and social science by an early career researcher.
Recognises exceptional achievement in arts, humanities and social science by an senior career researcher.

business, public service and public engagement

Recognises exceptional achievement in business, public service and public engagement by an early career researcher.
Recognises exceptional achievement in business, public service and public engagement by an senior career researcher.

Earth and environmental sciences

Recognises exceptional achievement in the earth and environmental sciences by an early career researcher.
Recognises exceptional achievement in the earth and environmental sciences by a senior career researcher.

Life sciences

Recognises exceptional achievement in life sciences by an early career researcher.
Recognises exceptional achievement in life science by an senior career researcher.

physical, engineering and informatic sciences

Recognises exceptional achievements in physical, engineering and informatic sciences by an early career researcher.
Recognises exceptional achievement in physical, engineering and informatic sciences by an senior career researcher.

teamwork and collaborative endeavour

Recognises exceptional achievement in teamwork and collaborative endeavour.

Other RSE Medals

Awarded for truly exceptional contributions, distinction, and international repute in all disciplines.
The RSE President’s Medal may be awarded, on the President’s initiative, to an individual or group, not covered by the other RSE medals.
Groundbreaking contributions that have had an exceptional impact on the development of electronics and electrical engineering, or related fields