IEEE’s Most Prestigious Award
IEEE MEDAL OF HONOR PRIZE IS INCREASED TO $2 MILLION
In recognition of some of the greatest minds of our time, this award is given for work that benefits humanity. IEEE is elevating the IEEE Medal of Honor to its rightful place as one of the world’s most prestigious technology-focused prizes and awards.
Effective in 2025, IEEE is increasing the IEEE Medal of Honor monetary prize to $2 Million because we are at an inflection point globally – where technology, engineering, and science have become integral to addressing global challenges such as climate change and positively moving our world forward.
Press Conference to Announce 2025 Medal of Honor Laureate
For the first time, the IEEE Medal of Honor Laureate will be announced at a dedicated press conference in New York City in February 2025.
PHOTO CREDIT BY PETER ADAMS
2024 Medal of Honor Recipient
Robert E. Kahn
For pioneering technical and leadership contributions in packet communication technologies and foundations of the Internet.
PHOTO CREDIT BY PETER ADAMS
2024 Medal of Honor Recipient
Robert E. Kahn
For pioneering technical and leadership contributions in packet communication technologies and foundations of the Internet.
Explore all the IEEE Medal of Honor Recipients from past to present and their world-changing contributions.
Nominate an individual or team who deserves this recognition!
Nomination Period 1 December to 15 June.
Countdown to the Nomination Deadline
About IEEE’s Most Prestigious Award and the Committee’s Selection Process
The IEEE Medal of Honor was established in 1917 to recognize key advances in radio technologies. The Medal of Honor became IEEE’s highest award. Highly regarded worldwide, this award is recognized as one of the most esteemed honors in the science and technology fields.
In February 2025, the Medal of Honor Laureate will be announced at a press conference in New York City and will receive their award at the IEEE Honors Ceremony to be held in Tokyo, Japan in April 2025.
The Prize
The award consists of a gold medal, a bronze replica, and a certificate. Starting in 2025, the monetary prize will be increased to $2 Million (shared equally among recipients).
Basis for Judging
In the evaluation process, the following criteria are considered: significance of achievement, originality, impact on society, impact on the profession, publications and patents relating to the achievement, and quality of nomination.
Scope
Presented to an individual or team of up to three who have made exceptional contributions or had extraordinary careers in technology, engineering, and science in the IEEE fields of interest.
Nomination Process
The Nomination Period will open from 1 December to 15 June. Nomination forms must be finalized by 15 June, and endorsement letters are due 1 July annually.
A Legacy of Creativity, Ingenuity, and Innovation
Learn more about the history of the IEEE Medal of Honor
