The IETI James Crabbe Award for Life and Environmental Sciences recognizes and celebrates groundbreaking interdisciplinary work in engineering and/or technology that has made a profound impact on life sciences and environmental sciences. This prestigious award highlights the importance of cross-disciplinary innovation, particularly in projects that integrate international collaboration and global partnerships to address critical environmental and biological challenges. The award seeks to honor individuals or teams whose contributions have significantly advanced our understanding and preservation of life systems and the environment, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation.
About M. James C. Crabbe:
Professor M. James C. Crabbe, the President of IETI, is renowned for his interdisciplinary research and global collaborations, which have greatly influenced the fields of life and environmental sciences. He is a Supernumerary Fellow and former Governing Body Fellow at Wolfson College, Oxford University. As an Emeritus Professor, he previously served as Professor of Protein Biochemistry and Head of School at the University of Reading, as well as Executive Dean of Creative Arts, Technologies & Science and Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Bedfordshire.
Professor Crabbe's work has consistently emphasized the importance of international cooperation in tackling some of the most pressing global environmental issues, including marine conservation, coral reef preservation, and climate change. His leadership extends beyond academic institutions; he has been a Fellow and former Vice-President and Council Member of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology, and his research in the maritime environment has influenced international conservation efforts. Currently, he serves as Senior Advisor to the China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation (CBCGDF) and holds honorary and visiting professorships at several prestigious Chinese universities. His recent appointment as a member of the Deep Sea Mining network of the U.K. Government’s Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs underscores his global influence in shaping policies that address marine and environmental conservation challenges.
Through this award, IETI seeks to recognize the spirit of international collaboration and innovation that Professor Crabbe embodies. The James Crabbe Award for Life and Environmental Sciences celebrates those who, like Professor Crabbe, have made lasting contributions to advancing the protection of life systems and the environment through interdisciplinary research and global partnerships, ensuring a sustainable future for all.
How to Become the Award Winner?
Eligibility: Nominees should be senior researchers with substantial achievements over their career in research, education, and service within Life and Environmental Sciences.
Submission Requirements: Nominees must submit a comprehensive resume, a concise biography of up to 400 words, and at least five representative research papers that showcase their significant contributions to the field.
Nomination Process: Candidates must be nominated by two senior researchers who can attest to the nominee's exemplary contributions and leadership in the field.
Selection: Each year, 1 to 2 individuals are honored with this award. Selection is based on their extraordinary contributions to the advancement of science, engineering, or technology. When candidates are equally qualified, the selection committee prioritizes those who best meet the award's standards.
Important Dates
For information on nomination deadlines, the selection process, and the announcement of awardees, please refer to our latest announcement. This ensures all participants and nominators are well-informed of the IETI James Crabbe Award for Life and Environmental Science's prestigious legacy and the critical timelines for submission.
2024 Announcement
Nominations are invited for the 2024 year. The deadline for nominations is on September 30 2024. Please send the nomination package by email to info#ieti.net. The awardee will be announced before December 31 2024.
