The Research and Development Society is accepting nominations for the 2009 Duncan Davies Medal.

Named in honour of past-President Duncan Davies, the medal is awarded annually to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution toward making the UK the best–performing research and development environment in the world. Previous recipients include Sir Richard Sykes, Sir Peter Williams, Lord Melvyn Bragg, Lord Sainsbury, Dame Bridget Ogilvie, Lord Kumar Bhattacharya, Sir Tom McKillop and Sir Robin Saxby.

The medal is presented at the Duncan Davies Medal Lecture, which is given annually by the recipient.

To nominate a recipient, complete the short nomination form by the closing date of noon on Monday 13 October 2008.