Public Service Award
Nominations for the 2026 SRS Awards are now closed. The next cycle will open in August of 2026.
The SRS Public Service Award is presented to one or more individuals who have significantly advanced the mission of the SRS outside of their scientific and educational contributions. Service as an Officer or Director of the SRS Board is neither necessary nor sufficient for this award.
Selection Criteria may include:
- Public education, engagement, and health promotion.
- Developing and sustaining relationships with critical government agencies, lawmakers, and stakeholders.
- Public policy efforts and accomplishments.
Please note that while the nominator must be an SRS member, the nominee does not need to hold membership. For self-nominations, the individual must be a member of the SRS. Current SRS board members and editors-in-chief are not eligible for this award.
Questions? Please contact the SRS Coordinator at coordinator@srsnet.org.
2026 Recipient
“Thank you to the Sleep Research Society for this incredible honor. I am deeply grateful to accept the Public Service Award. Our servicemembers stand ready to make any sacrifice to protect our nation. It is our duty to ensure they are at their best, and that begins with the foundational pillar of health: sleep. My career has been dedicated to this belief. By embracing sleep science, we are not just building a healthier force; we are building a more effective one. Well-rested soldiers are more focused, more resilient, and more decisive. This directly translates to enhanced performance in the field, improving both Soldier lethality and survivability. Thank you again for this recognition. It is a privilege to contribute to the health and readiness of those who serve.”
Past Recipients
2024 – Julie Flygare, JD
2023 – Karin Johnson, MD
2022 – Terra Ziporyn Snider, PhD
2021 – James K. Walsh, PhD