ICES 2026 Awards Charter

The 9th International Conference on Engineered Science

I. General Provisions

In recognition of researchers who have attained groundbreaking achievements and exceptional contributions in the field of Engineered Science, and with the aim of further catalyzing original innovation and fostering interdisciplinary integration, cultivating globally leading strategic talents and pioneering innovators, advancing the development of emerging scholars, consolidating international centers of excellence, promoting high-level academic exchange and profound collaboration, and guiding the sustainable advancement of human society, the 9th International Conference on Engineered Science (ICES 2026), in conjunction with premier international academic institutions and partner organizations, has instituted a series of prestigious awards.

The purpose of these awards is to:

• Honor scientific achievements that have made milestone contributions in basic research, technological innovation, and engineering applications, with profound international impact;

• Encourage original and forward-looking exploratory research, promoting disruptive and leading-edge scientific and engineering breakthroughs;

• Support the growth and development of young scholars worldwide, nurturing future leaders in the field of Engineered Science;

• Promote cross-national, cross-field, and interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering an open, shared, and sustainable international innovation community.

This charter specifies award categories, nomination and application criteria, recommendation and review procedures, and recognition and reward methods to ensure the scientific rigor, fairness, and international authority of the award selection process.

II. Award Categories

1. ESS Fellows

The ESS Fellows represents one of the highest academic honors of the Engineered Science Society. It recognizes distinguished scientists whose achievements, leadership, and contributions have substantially advanced Engineered Science and related disciplines.

(1) Life-time Honorary Fellow of the Engineered Science Society

The Life-time Honorary Fellow is among the most prestigious honors conferred by ESS. It recognizes individuals whose pioneering and foundational contributions have had a lasting and transformative impact on Engineered Science and the global scientific community.

(2) Fellow of the Engineered Science Society

The Fellow of the Engineered Science Society recognizes scientists who have demonstrated sustained excellence in research, innovation,and academic leadership, and whose work has achieved significant international influence.

Charter:

ESS Fellow Charter.docx

Application form:

ESS Fellows Nomination Form.docx

2. Micius Award Series

The Micius Award Series represents the highest-level international academic awards conferred by ESS. These awards recognize individuals whose achievements have profoundly advanced Engineered Science and its global impact.

(1) ESS Micius Award

The highest award conferred by ESS, recognizing world-leading scientific achievements and sustained contributions that have fundamentally influenced the development of Engineered Science.

(2) ESS Micius Outstanding Young Award

Recognizing outstanding young researchers who have demonstrated exceptional originality, innovation, and scientific leadership through breakthrough research accomplishments.

(3) ESS Micius Rising-Star Award

Recognizing emerging scholars who have achieved outstanding accomplishments at the frontiers of Engineered Science and exhibit exceptional potential for future leadership.

Charter:

ESS Micius Award Series Charter.docx

Application form:

ESS Micius Series Awards Nomination Form.docx

3. ESS Innovator Awards Series

The ESS Innovator Awards Series recognizes individuals and teams whose innovations have created substantial scientific, technological, or engineering impact. These awards highlight excellence in translating scientific discoveries into practical solutions and advancing innovation-driven development.

(1) ESS Outstanding Innovator Award

Recognizing major breakthrough achievements in original research, engineering innovation, or technological applications with significant academic or societal impact.

(2) ESS Young Innovator Award

Recognizing outstanding young researchers and innovators who have demonstrated exceptional creativity, innovation potential, and representative a chievements early in their careers.

(3) ESS Emerging Innovator Award

Recognizing promising early-career researchers and innovation teams whose work demonstrates strong potential for future breakthroughs and leadership.

Charter:

ESS Innovator Award Charter.docx

Application form:

ESS Innovator Awards Nomination Application Form.docx

III. Application Procedure

Nominations and applications for all ESS Fellowships and Award Series are accepted through a formal submission process. Applicants or nominators are required to complete the relevant application form and submit it via email.

• Submission Email: lujialu@espublisher.com

• Email Subject Format: ICES-2026 – [Name of Award/Fellowship]

• Submission Method: Completed application forms should be sent as attachments via email

• Deadline: June 30, 2026

All submissions will undergo a structured review process in accordance with ESS evaluation principles, including academic excellence, innovation, fairness, independence, and international standards.

Additional Requirement:

Applicants are required to register and attend ICES 2026. Award recipients will be officially announced and the certificates will be conferred during the conference. No electronic certificates will be issued in this cycle. Recipients are expected to attend the ceremony in person or arrange an authorized representative to receive the certificate on-site. The organizing committee will not provide electronic versions or postal delivery services.

IV. Excellence, Integrity, and Global Impact

All ESS honors and awards are granted through rigorous evaluation procedures guided by the principles of academic excellence, innovation, fairness, independence, and international standards.

By recognizing outstanding achievements across science, engineering, and innovation, ESS seeks to foster global collaboration, inspire future generations of researchers, and accelerate the advancement of Engineered Science for the benefit of society.