Call for Nominations: 2026 IEEE Photonics Society Distinguished Service Award

The IEEE Photonics Society is accepting nominations for its Distinguished Service Award, recognizing an individual whose service contributions have significantly benefited the Society’s membership.

Scope:
This prestigious award honors a volunteer who has served the Society in multiple capacities or held significant leadership roles, making a lasting impact on the photonics community.

Prize:
Awarded annually, the recipient receives a plaque and honorarium.

Deadline:
Submit nominations by May 31.

Most Recent Honoree (2025):
John Bowers
For seminal contributions to the society activities including technical, publications, conferences and international outreach.

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