The Edith and Peter O’Donnell Awards in Medicine, Engineering, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences and Technology Innovation were established to recognize rising Texas researchers who are addressing the essential role that science and technology play in society and whose work meets the highest standards of exemplary professional performance, creativity and resourcefulness.

Award recipients will be honored at the TAMEST 2027 Annual Conference in Houston on February 1-3, 2027, where they will present their research to attendees and receive a $25,000 honorarium and medal. 

For more information regarding eligibility guidelines and application components, please visit our website. 

Nominations for the 2027 O’Donnell Awards are open January 20, 2026 to March 30, 2026 at 6 PM CT. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Shaw at stephanie.shaw@austin.utexas.edu or (512) 232-8495.