The Young Investigator Award from Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society, recognizes excellence in research annually since 1998. Candidates must be active, dues-paying members of Sigma Xi within 10 years of their highest earned degree at the time of nomination. The award alternates between physical sciences and engineering, including mathematics, in even-numbered years, and life and social sciences in odd-numbered years. The recipient receives a certificate of recognition and a 5,000 USD honorarium, and is invited to present a lecture at the Sigma Xi Annual Meeting.
Nominations close on January 31, 2027.