The shortlist for 2026 is:

• Dr Amina Hamoud, University of the West of England
• Dr Nidiana Rosado Hau, The University of Sheffield
• Dr Thomas Gilbert, University College London
• Kate Robinson, The Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology
• Marika Woods, Runshaw College

The winner will be announced at the awards dinner on Friday 9 October 2026, at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London City, London. Purchase tickets for the event here.