Current Awards
The Christopher Wathes BISAS 2027 Travel Award
This Award, targeted at those in their early career, has been established to honour the contributions which Professor Christopher Wathes OBE made to animal science, in particular through improving the welfare of farmed livestock.
Sir John Hammond Award 2027
The Sir John Hammond Award is awarded to those who have made significant contribution to animal science through research, teaching, knowledge exchange, breeding, farming, industry or affiliated professions.
Industry Prize 2027
To apply for the Industry Prize you must be a BSAS member and an early career animal scientist (postgraduate student or within two years of graduating with a PhD) or working in commerce or industry with an equivalent level of experience (without necessarily having a PhD). Deadline for application 26th October 2026.
President’s Prize
To apply for the President's Prize you must be a BISAS member, submitted an abstract and presenting your first or second paper at the Annual Conference. Deadline for application - 26th October 2026.
Feed Innovation Award 2027
The BISAS Feed Innovation Award 2027, sponsored by ED&F Man, recognises outstanding research with the potential to drive innovation in the animal feed sector. The award celebrates science that delivers practical benefits to feed, livestock production and agricultural sustainability, while recognising the researchers shaping the future of animal nutrition.
Communication Excellence in Animal Science 2026 - 2027
This BISAS Award, supported by AHDB, honours exceptional communication of animal science and celebrates creative and impactful engagement with broader audiences. Deadline for application - 28th February 2027.