David Perlman Award for Excellence in Science Journalism 2026
American Geophysical Union (AGU)
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The David Perlman Award for Excellence in Science Journalism recognizes outstanding science news reporting, specifically for work prepared with a deadline of one week or less. This annual award honors a journalist or group of journalists for a news story or series in any medium (excluding books) that effectively communicates information about Earth and space sciences to the general public. It aims to celebrate accuracy, initiative, and clarity in making complex scientific topics accessible and engaging.