Talmyn Scientist of the Year
An annual recognition for a researcher whose work this year produced a genuine, verifiable finding — published, peer-reviewed or otherwise credibly documented.
What this offers
A finding-focused feature
We write about what was actually discovered or shown, in plain language, without overstating it.
Any field eligible
Physical sciences, life sciences, social sciences, and applied research are all considered.
No cost to nominate
Free, whether nominating yourself or someone else.
Careful, honest framing
We're explicit about what a finding does and doesn't establish — no overhyped claims.
Who this is for
Researchers with a specific, published or credibly documented finding from this year — not a general research area, one identifiable result.
How it works
- Nominate a researcher. The finding and where it was published or documented.
- An editor reviews the source. We check the publication or documentation directly.
- Strong nominees are featured. Added to the current year's list.
- The year's pick is announced. A full, carefully framed feature on the finding.
Rules & eligibility
- This is free to enter, and always will be — we never charge a submission fee.
- No age, location, industry, or follower-count requirement. Selection is about the work itself, not who you are.
- Submitting doesn't guarantee publication or a reply beyond the automatic confirmation — we get more submissions than we can feature, and we'd rather say that upfront than overpromise.
- One nomination per person or company at a time. If yours isn't selected this round, you're welcome to be nominated again later.
- Selection is editorial, not a public vote — we're not obligated to name a winner every single cycle if nothing meets the bar.
How do I actually apply?
I link to the actual publication or documentation of the finding and describe, in plain terms, what it shows and what it doesn't — overstating a result usually disqualifies a nomination rather than helping it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it cost anything to submit?
No. It's free to submit to Talmyn Scientist of the Year, and free to be featured if selected. We don't charge for consideration, and we never will.
How long does it take to hear back?
If your nomination is selected, you'll hear from an editor directly. If it isn't, we don't send a rejection notice — the volume we receive makes that impractical.
Can I submit on behalf of someone else?
Only with their knowledge and involvement — we want the real details, and that usually means hearing from the person or team directly.
What happens if I'm not selected?
Nothing gets published without being selected first. Unselected submissions simply aren't used, and you're welcome to submit again later.
Does this run every year?
Yes — Talmyn Scientist of the Year is evergreen. It runs all year, every year, with no deadline to catch.
Selection is editorial and unpaid on both sides — no one is charged to submit, and no one is paid for work we publish. Talmyn's editorial standards apply the same way here as everywhere else on the site.
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Current nominees
The first entries are being reviewed now — check back soon, or be one of the first to submit yours below.