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2026 Award Nominations are OPEN!

The nomination window is open from June 16 through August 15, 2026.

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Eligibility & Nomination Guidelines

Please review the detailed criteria below for each award to ensure your nominee is eligible. It is highly suggested that you type your award nomination details into a Word or Pages document in order to easily complete the required fields in the online nomination form.

Important Note on Research Awards:

For research awards (Sustainable World and Skinner Foundation), all required materials must be provided at the time of submission. Faculty letters of support must be emailed within 48 hours of the submission to [email protected] or uploaded directly during the nomination process.

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Research Grants & Scholarships

Funding for student and sustainable research

Grant Recipients Receive: A $500 stipend for a one-year (max) study, recognition at the annual awards ceremony, a commemorative plaque, and an exclusive invitation to the Awards Luncheon with the FABA Board.

The B. F. Skinner Foundation Florida Graduate Student Research Award

This research award consists of a $500 grant to assist in funding graduate student-driven research. Eligibility: Applicants must be a current FABA member attending a graduate-level program in Florida.

More Info & Required Documents

The Behavior Change for a Sustainable World Research Award

Initiated in 2018 by William Heward, this award is meant to support research using behavior analysis concepts and principles to promote sustainable practice and environmentally friendly behavior change.

More Info & Required Documents

Member Nominated Awards

Recognition for service and excellence

Award Recipients Receive: Complimentary conference registration, 2 nights of hotel accommodations, and an exclusive invitation to the Luncheon following the awards ceremony.

Glenn Latham Scholarship Award

In honor of Glenn Latham, this award is intended to recognize parents, foster parents or direct care staff who have exemplified quality behavioral treatment. Full Criteria

Cathy Lee Buchanan Behavior Change Success Award

This award will recognize a committed, caring behavior analyst who uses behavior analysis procedures to improve the lives of others. Full Criteria

Charles Kimber Public Service Award

This award is given for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis in the Community. Full Criteria

Michael Hemingway and Gerald Shook Public Service Award

Bestowed for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis in Florida. Full Criteria

David Niederpruem Memorial Fund

Established to honor the impact that Dave Niederpruem made on the lives of his students. Full Criteria

Principles and Practice Award

Honoring those who align scientific excellence with ethical application. Full Criteria

Jose Martinez-Diaz Memorial Award

Established to honor the memory of a great mentor to the field, Dr. Jose Martinez-Diaz. Full Criteria

Mentorship Award

Established to recognize individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to guiding the academic, professional, and personal growth of trainees. Full Criteria

Mid-career Scientific Excellence Award

Established to recognize sustained, high-impact research contributions to the field of behavior analysis. Full Criteria

Early Career Scientific Excellence Award

Established to recognize innovative, significant research achievements and potential for future impactful contributions to the field of behavior analysis. Full Criteria

Board Nominated Awards

Awards bestowed by the FABA Board of Directors

Award Recipients Receive: Complimentary conference registration, 2 nights of hotel accommodations, and an exclusive invitation to the Luncheon following the awards ceremony.

The FABA Board of Directors can opt to bestow the following awards that symbolize significant dedication to the field and science:

  • The Charles H. Cox Award for Outstanding Service Recognizes a behavior analyst who has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the promotion of excellence in behavior analysis in the state of Florida. More Info
  • Lifetime Achievement Award Designed to recognize behavior analysts who have demonstrated their commitment to the field over a lifetime. More Info
  • The Nate Azrin Award for Outstanding Scientific Contributions To honor individuals who have made significant contributions through scientific research. More Info
  • Friends of FABA Award To honor individuals outside the field who promote the use of behavior analysis. More Info
  • Legislator of the Year Award Acknowledges legislators supportive of behavior analysis issues. More Info
  • Jose Merida Volunteer Service Award Acknowledges outstanding volunteers in support of behavior analysis. More Info