Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award for a young science journalist
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Now in its 37th year, CASW’s Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award was created to recognize the contributions to journalism of both Ev Clark and Seth Payne.
The award is intended to encourage young science writers by recognizing outstanding reporting and writing in any field of science by a writer aged 30 or younger. The 2026 winner will receive $1,000 and a certificate.
The annual deadline for submission of nominations is June 30. Submissions are judged by a panel of science writers and scientists selected by CASW. Entries will be judged on the basis of accuracy, clarity, insightfulness, fairness, resourcefulness, and timeliness. For full details, see the Rules and Eligibility page.
All applications and submissions must be received by June 30, 2026.
Please note that judges consider only the candidate's submitted work when making their selection. Do not upload any materials (such as a recommendation letter or resume) other than journalism produced by the candidate.
The award is given in memory of Ev Clark, a veteran journalist at Business Week, The New York Times and Newsweek, and Seth Payne, his long-time friend and colleague at Business Week and a founder of the award. It is designed to carry on the work of both men, who offered friendship and advice to generations of young journalists.
How to Enter
You may access the nomination form after you create an account and click "Create Account and Continue" below.
Questions about the process? Contact Laura Dattaro.