Call for Awards
International Glycoconjugate Organization (IGO) Hakomori Award for 2027
The International Glycoconjugate Organization (IGO) is accepting nominations of glycoscientists who have clearly advanced the field of glycoscience and show promise of continuing advancements. The award (US$4,000) will be presented at the 28th International Symposium on Glycoconjugates (Glyco28) scheduled at Makuhari, Chiba (Japan) on August 1st-6th, 2027. The awardee will present his/her accomplishments at Glyco28. Furthermore, Free registration, accommodation and economy airfare up to 1000$ will be provided by the Glyco28 conference.
Nominations should preferably be submitted as a single PDF file electronically (or alternatively as 6 hard copies) and should include the curriculum vitae with bibliography and supporting letter summarising in detail the accomplishments of the nominee.
Nominations must be submitted by November 1st, 2026 to both the IGO President Matthew Macauley <macauley@ualberta.ca>, and the Secretary Celso Reis <celsor@i3s.up.pt>
International Glycoconjugate Organization (IGO) Hakomori Young Glycoscientist Award for 2027
The International Glycoconjugate Organization (IGO) is accepting applications from early career glycoscientists who have advanced the field of glycoscience and show promise of further achievements. Up to two awards (US$1,000 each) will be presented at the 28th International Symposium on Glycoconjugates (Glyco28) scheduled at Makuhari, Chiba (Japan) on August 1st-6th, 2027. The awardee will present his/her accomplishments at Glyco28. Furthermore, Free registration, accommodation and economy airfare up to 1000$ will be provided by the Glyco28 conference.
Candidates should already have their PhD/DPhil, but may apply no later than 10 years after receiving their doctorate (in case of an interrupted career, this limit can be extended; parental extension of 1 year per child).
Applications should preferably be submitted as a single PDF file electronically (or alternatively as 6 hard copies) and should include the curriculum vitae with list of publications, a letter summarising the accomplishments of the candidate and copies of his/her three most significant publications. A copy of the PhD/DPhil certificate and, if required, a certified statement regarding parental leave should also be included. In case of queries regarding eligibility, please also contact the President and Secretary of IGO.
Applications must be submitted by November 1st, 2026 to both the IGO President Matthew Macauley <macauley@ualberta.ca>, and the Secretary Celso Reis <celsor@i3s.up.pt>