# St. Patrick's Day Medal

**Funder:** Research Ireland
**Deadline:** 6 November 2026
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** US
**Official call:** https://www.researchireland.ie/funding/stpatricksday-medal/
**Last updated:** 20 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Annual award to a distinguished researcher living and working in the USA with strong Irish connections; this is a medal/award rather than a research grant.

## Summary

The St. Patrick's Day Medal is an annual honorary award from Research Ireland recognizing a distinguished researcher who lives and works in the USA and has strong Irish connections. It is not a research grant and carries no project funding; it is a recognition of career achievement and ties to Ireland.

## Who should apply

- Senior or distinguished researchers with an established career record
- Based at a US institution
- Demonstrable strong Irish connections (heritage, collaboration, or affiliation)
- Not seeking project funding, but recognition of achievement

## Key dates

- Application deadline: 6 November 2026
- Awarded annually

## Tips for applicants

- Emphasize documented Irish connections, heritage, collaborations, or institutional ties, since this is central to eligibility.
- Highlight career-level distinction and standing in your field rather than a specific project plan, since this is a recognition award, not a grant.
- Nominations or applications should clearly link the candidate's achievements to relevance for Ireland's research community.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much money does the St. Patrick's Day Medal award?

This is an honorary medal rather than a research grant, so no funding amount is attached to it.

### Who is eligible for the St. Patrick's Day Medal?

It is open to a distinguished researcher living and working in the USA who has strong Irish connections.

### Is the St. Patrick's Day Medal a recurring award?

Yes, Research Ireland presents it annually.

### Does the St. Patrick's Day Medal fund a research project?

No, it recognizes a researcher's distinguished career and Irish connections rather than funding a specific project.

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