IAHS Fellow Award
he IAHS Fellow Award, established in 2026, is a prestigious recognition that has been established to honour outstanding contributions to the hydrological sciences community and to celebrate excellence across the global IAHS network.
Award Overview
The IAHS Fellow Award will be presented every two years, recognising five distinguished scientists—one from each continent (North America, South America, Africa, Asia-Oceania, and Europe). This structure reflects IAHS’s commitment to global representation and inclusivity within the hydrological sciences.
Ceremony and Recognition
Awardees will be formally recognised during the IAHS Scientific Assembly and the IUGG General Assembly. Each Fellow will also be invited to deliver an oral contribution, either within a dedicated session or as part of the wider scientific programme.
Eligibility and Nominations
Candidates must be established scientists holding a permanent position, with a minimum of 10 years of research experience following the completion of their PhD. Nominees should also be current IAHS members. Nominations may be submitted by IAHS National Representatives, IAHS Officers, or IAHS members, ensuring a broad and inclusive nomination process. In addition, awardees are encouraged to contribute to the Hydrological Sciences Journal (HSJ). Ideally, recipients will have published at least one HSJ paper within the three years prior to the award and will be invited to submit a review or research paper highlighting their work within one year of the award ceremony.
Selection Process
Nominations should be received by the IAHS President and Secretary General (with a copy sent to [email protected]) no later than 31 December of the previous year. The selection will be carried out by a jury composed of the IAHS Management Team.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
IAHS is committed to achieving a balanced representation across gender and scientific disciplines in the selection of Fellows.
This new award represents an important step in recognising excellence and strengthening the global hydrological sciences community. Further details on the nomination process and timelines will be shared in due course.