Awarded annually to individuals who have achieved distinction and are of international repute in any of the following categories: Life Sciences; Physical and Engineering Sciences; Humanities and Social Sciences; Business and Commerce. Candidates need not be RSE Fellows and should, preferably, have a Scottish connection irrespective of place of domicile.

A separate nomination form is available for this medal. Please note that the closing date for 2010 has now passed, however for information about the nomination form, please click here for further information.