The IEEE Photonics Society is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Specialty Awards, recognizing individuals who have made impactful contributions in the field of photonics. These prestigious awards honor achievements that improve the quality of life and advance technology for the benefit of society.

As a growing community of young researchers and innovators, the IEEE UTT Student Branch encourages its members, collaborators, and the broader NANO-PHOT and L2n community to nominate outstanding candidates—including mentors, colleagues, or leading voices in photonics research and education.

💡 Award Categories include:

• Scientific and engineering achievements
• Leadership and professional service
• Innovation and entrepreneurship
• Educational excellence and mentorship

🏅 Awardees will be celebrated at the IEEE Photonics Conference or a designated technical event. Nominations are reviewed by expert committees, and self-nominations are generally not permitted.

🔗 Learn more & submit a nomination:
https://ieeephotonics.org/awards/

Let’s celebrate the researchers, educators, and technologists who inspire us. Your nomination could help spotlight the next global leader in photonics.