As the 21st century unfolds, environmental science is becoming increasingly sophisticated and ever more relevant. There has never been a greater need for understanding and solutions, from society as well as specialists. The 2013 John Rose Award honours and publicises a piece of outstanding post-graduate environmental science research that will inform and motivate the general public.

The fruits of scientific research do not always extend to where they are most needed. It is the mission of the IES, and of the John Rose Award, to help exceptional research fulfil its potential by communicating it beyond the scientific community. A £1,000 grant will be awarded to a project that demonstrates innovative, quality research in environmental sciences. The grant will be used for media training and the dissemination of the winner’s project, aiding in promoting the work as widely as possible and so maximise its value.

The award’s professional media training is tailored for scientists, and will enhance the publication of the research. This will give the award winner the skills to convey their research in an engaging and accessible way for a wider audience. This is a rare opportunity to advance on graduate skills that may help to bridge the gap between study and employment. In environmental science, there is a pressing need for environmentalists to communicate effectively with media professionals and the wider public, so the media training will further professional development and supply valuable skills for a career in the environmental sciences.

“Speaking at the Royal Society and various user group meetings has been really cool and getting my research out into the public domain is very satisfying. The Award has really opened doors of opportunity to me... I’ve now got a job as a Science Policy Advisor within the Atmospheric Quality and Industrial Pollution Department. It’s all very exciting. I’m still in shock. I definitely think the John Rose Award helped me to secure this job. So thanks to you, and the IES for all your help.” - The 2008 winner, Samantha Lawrence.

"It was an honour to be awarded the John Rose award 2009 and I feel it will open many doors for my future career. The opportunity to make a video about my research is something I could not have done without the award. It is great to be able to make the general public aware of my research and how it will help the future stock enhancement and sustainability of one of our valuable seafood resources.” - The 2009 winner, Carly Daniels.

Closing Date for Applications: 20th April 2013.