The Carrier Medal

Golden medallion on crushed blue velvet background featirung the relief scultpure of a Catholic priest with the words around the outer edge: The Rev. Carrier Medal Spes in Caelis Pes in Terris

The Carrier Medal is awarded annually in recognition of sustained, outstanding achievements in the sciences. It celebrates those whose pioneering contributions have advanced the frontiers of scientific knowledge and promoted the betterment of humanity.

Established by the College of Science at the University of Notre Dame, the medal honors distinguished scientists whose work has transformed their disciplines and whose discoveries inspire future generations. The award rotates annually among the mathematical, physical, chemical, and biological sciences and is accompanied by a monetary prize.

Learn more at CarrierMedal.nd.edu