Our awards and grants have recently undergone an extensive review to increase RES support for insect science and recognition in the sector.
Our grants, awards and bursaries programme exist to support and recognise activities which further the Society’s aims to empower the entomological community and improve and communicate insect science. Over £75,000 will be awarded in 2024.
For outstanding application and practice of entomology, demonstrating the application of insect science that improves people’s lives in industry, agriculture, horticulture, forestry, medicine and veterinary science.
Eligibility for nomination: Any researcher or practitioner in the sector.
Recognises educators working with school-age learners who inspire curiosity, nurture an interest in the natural world, and introduce children and young people to the vital role insects play in nature and our lives.
Eligibility for nomination: Open to teachers, home educators, education officers who work with children or young people anywhere in the world (5-18).
Recognises exceptional teachers and lecturers at universities, colleges, and research institutions worldwide who bring innovation and research insight to preparing the next generation of insect scientists
Eligibility for nomination: Open to educators at universities, research institutions, and adult/lifelong learning institutions worldwide.
The RES also recognises important insect conservation through its Insect Conservation Award
For an outstanding contribution to insect conservation; on the basis of ‘lifetime achievement’, or ‘considerable and exemplary contribution’ to a significant project.
Eligibility for nomination: Any researcher or practitioner in the sector.
Many of our grants are only available to those with a RES Membership (excluding Associate Members).
Everyone over the age of 18 is welcome to join the Society. You can visit our Membership Pages to find the level of membership that best suits you.
