SRF Distinguished Scientist Anne McLaren Award
The Society acknowledges research career excellence of premier scientists that have made pioneering scientific contributions to the field of reproductive biology. Criteria include the development of innovative and insightful hypotheses and the creation of new knowledge thus serving as a foundation for increased understanding of reproductive biology.
The SRF Distinguished Scientist (Anne McLaren) Award 2026 has been awarded to:
I am really honoured to receive the 2026 SRF Distinguished Scientist Anne McLaren Award. Anne McLaren was one of the first scientists that I met after starting my DPhil, a regular visitor to the lab that I was working in. Her visits were always inspiring. She was not only a brilliant researcher carrying out fascinating science of the highest calibre, she was also someone who loved hearing about ongoing projects, always talking in particular to early career scientists, enjoying finding out about their work. Receiving this award means a lot to me, perhaps particularly so since it comes as I retire and move on to an emeritus position.
– Norah Spears
Nominations for 2026 are now closed.