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Announcing Mendel Sato Awards

By WashU Libraries

WashU Libraries are excited to announce the call for entries for the Mendel Sato Awards. The Mendel Sato Awards aim to promote engagement with the WashU Libraries’ Julian Edison Department of Special Collections through diverse opportunities for WashU faculty and students in support of their research and learning. The Mendel Sato Awards are:

  • The Sato Research Prize recognizes outstanding original research using special collections materials. WashU students studying any discipline at any class level are invited to apply. Submission deadline for the Sato Research Prize: May 21, 2027, by 5 pm
  • The Sato Research Fellowship encourages exploration of the department’s unique collection materials through learning opportunities designed to develop primary research skills. The research fellowship is open to WashU undergraduate or graduate students. Application deadline: December 4, 2026
  • The Sato Research Grant supports the scholarly use of the Libraries’ Special Collections for advanced research. Eligibility for a Sato Research Grant is restricted to WashU faculty and students (undergraduate or graduate). Applications open in 2027. Application deadline: April 1, 2027

Visit the Mendel Sato Awards page for information on how to apply and other award details.