Milner Award and Lecture 2026

🌟 About The Royal Society Milner Award and Lecture

The Royal Society Milner Award and Lecture, supported by Microsoft Research, is the premier European award for outstanding achievement in computer science. It aims to sustain a thriving research community in Europe by recognizing an exceptional European computer scientist who has made substantial contributions and is likely to achieve further top-level accomplishments.

🎁 Benefits of The Award

• The award includes a bronze medal, presented annually.
• Accompanied by a £5,000 gift.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the award, nominees must meet the following requirements:

• Must be European citizens or have been residents for at least 12 months.
• Nominees cannot be employed by Microsoft or its subsidiaries (full- or part-time), including anyone who has had a remunerative relationship with the company in the 12 months prior to nomination.
• There are no restrictions on career stage; however:
  • Nominees must still be active in their careers and not retired.
  • Early- to mid-career computer scientists should have made major contributions and impact in their field of research.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 20 February, 2026
• To apply, visit the official Royal Society Milner Award and Lecture Application Portal.

🔗 Additional Information

For more details about the award, visit the Royal Society Milner Award and Lecture page.

This prestigious award celebrates excellence in computer science and provides an incredible opportunity for European researchers to gain recognition for their contributions. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• The medal is of bronze, is awarded annually and is accompanied by a gift of £5,000