# St. Patrick's Day Medal Award

**Funder:** Research Ireland
**Deadline:** 6 November 2026
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** US
**Official call:** https://www.researchireland.ie/funding/stpatricksday-medal/
**Last updated:** 13 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Annual award for a distinguished researcher living and working in the USA with strong Irish connections; recognises international research excellence rather than a standard project grant.

## Summary

The St. Patrick's Day Medal Award is an annual recognition award from Research Ireland honoring a distinguished researcher based in the USA who has strong Irish connections. It is not a standard project grant with a research budget, it is a career-recognition honor rather than funding for a specific study. The award is open only to researchers living and working in the United States.

## Who should apply

- Distinguished, established researchers rather than early-career applicants
- Researchers currently living and working in the United States
- Candidates with demonstrable strong Irish connections
- Individuals seeking recognition rather than project funding

## Key dates

- Deadline: 6 November 2026
- Awarded annually

## Tips for applicants

- Emphasize documented Irish ties (heritage, collaborations, or institutional links) since this is central to eligibility.
- Frame the nomination around career distinction and impact rather than a proposed research project, as this is a recognition award, not a grant.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is the St. Patrick's Day Medal Award a research grant?

No, it is a recognition award for a distinguished researcher rather than funding for a specific project.

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

A distinguished researcher living and working in the USA who has strong Irish connections.

### How often is the St. Patrick's Day Medal Award given?

It is awarded annually by Research Ireland.

### When is the deadline for the St. Patrick's Day Medal Award?

The deadline is 6 November 2026.

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