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BVA veterinary awards
BVA recognises outstanding contributions to the veterinary profession through several awards.
BVA Outstanding Service Award (Chiron Award)
This award is presented for outstanding contributions to veterinary science, or for outstanding services to the veterinary profession, judged in either case as being of a calibre commanding international or inter-professional recognition.
The 2024 award was presented to Paula Boyden. Read Paula's blog reflecting on her career achievements.
2025 nomination are now open
To complete your nomination you will need:
- A supporting statement for your nominee (max 100 words)
- Detail of any significant achievements
- A CV of your nominee (not mandatory)
Nominations close 12pm, Monday 2 June 2025.
BVA Advancement of Veterinary Science Award (Dalrymple-Champneys Cup and Medal)
This award recognises work of outstanding merit which is considered will encourage the advancement of veterinary science. The award is also open to those who have produced work which has not been published or have undertaken other activities which are considered to have encouraged the advancement - and dissemination of knowledge - of veterinary science and medicine.
The 2024 cup and medal was awarded to Eddie Clutton. Read Eddie's blog reflecting on his career.
Previous recipients and award history
2025 nominations are now open
Please make sure you have read the criteria for citations prior to submitting your nomination.
Your nominee must be a BVA member to be eligible for this award.
Nominations close 12pm, Monday 2 June 2025.
BVA Animal Health and Welfare Overseas Award (J.Trevor Blackburn Award)
This award is presented awarded in recognition of contributions to animal health and welfare in low and middle income countries.
The award was last presented to Dr Luke Gamble in 2023. Read Luke's blog encouraging others to nominate.
Previous award recipients and award history.
2025 nominations are now open
Your nominee must be a BVA member to be eligible for this award.
Nominations close 12pm, Monday 2 June 2025.
BVA Council Impact Award (Bleby Cup)
This award is presented by BVA Officers annually to the Council member who, in the opinion of the Officers, has made an outstanding contribution at Council. The Cup was given to the Association by John Bleby after a remarkable 42 years on BVA Council representing Central Veterinary Society. Professor Bleby’s final Council meeting was in July 2010.
The current holder of the Bleby Cup is Kate Higgins.
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