Prof. Krishna Misra Memorial Oration and Lifetime Achievement Award
The Association for Olfaction Research (AOR) proudly institutes the Prof. Krishna Mishra Memorial Oration Award and Lifetime Achievement Award to honor the enduring legacy of Prof. Krishna Mishra, an academician of exceptional merit and a visionary in organic chemistry and applied sciences.
This annual award shall recognize distinguished scholars whose work exemplifies the spirit of scientific inquiry, mentorship, and interdisciplinary excellence that Prof. Mishra embodied throughout her illustrious career. Through this oration, AOR celebrates her lifelong dedication to education, research, and the advancement of science, inspiring future generations to pursue knowledge with integrity and compassion.
Outstanding Young Researcher Award
The Association for Olfaction Research (AOR) proudly constitutes the Outstanding Young Researcher Award from its own fund to recognize and encourage exceptional early-career scientists demonstrating innovation, dedication, and excellence in research. This award celebrates young investigators whose work reflects originality, interdisciplinary vision, and measurable impact in advancing scientific understanding within and beyond the domain of olfaction science. Through this recognition, AOR reaffirms its commitment to nurturing emerging talent and fostering a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and scientific leadership among the next generation of researchers.
Science Communication Award
The Association for Olfaction Research (AOR) proudly institutes the Excellence in Science Communication Award to honor individuals who have demonstrated outstanding ability in conveying scientific knowledge with clarity, creativity, and impact. This award recognizes scholars, educators, and communicators whose efforts have significantly advanced public understanding of science, fostered dialogue across disciplines, and inspired society through accessible and engaging communication. By constituting this award, AOR affirms its commitment to bridging the gap between research and society, celebrating those who transform complex scientific ideas into narratives that enlighten, empower, and encourage informed participation in science.
Best Student Project Award
The Association for Olfaction Research (AOR) proudly institutes the Best Student Project Award to recognize outstanding student-led research and innovation. This award celebrates projects that demonstrate originality, scientific rigor, and potential impact in advancing knowledge across disciplines, with particular encouragement for contributions that intersect with olfaction science and allied fields. By constituting this award, AOR affirms its commitment to fostering young talent, encouraging hands-on exploration, and promoting excellence in student research. The award serves as a platform to highlight the creativity, dedication, and promise of the next generation of scientists.
Fellow of the Association for Olfaction Research
The Fellowship of the Association for Olfaction Research (FAOR) is the Association’s prestigious membership distinction, awarded through nomination and election to individuals who have made notable contributions to olfaction science, genomics, bioinformatics, chemosensory research, or allied disciplines. Candidates are expected to demonstrate sustained professional excellence and at least five years of influential research, teaching, leadership, or scientific service. Election as an AOR Fellow recognizes professional standing, scientific impact, and commitment to the Association’s mission, while providing enhanced visibility and opportunities to contribute to AOR initiatives. Elected Fellows are entitled to use the postnominal designation FAOR.
AOR Research Fellowship
The AOR Research Fellowship is a competitive annual fellowship designed to support outstanding researchers and early-career scientists working in olfaction and allied disciplines. The fellowship provides research funding, expert mentorship, access to collaborative networks, and opportunities to present findings at AOR scientific events. It is particularly suited to innovative projects in olfactory receptor biology, sensor technologies, AI-driven odor modelling, genomics, and clinical olfaction.
AOR Translational Research Fellowship
The AOR Translational Research Fellowship promotes research that transforms scientific discoveries into practical solutions with societal, clinical, environmental, or technological impact. The fellowship supports projects involving diagnostic tools, digital olfaction and electronic-nose technologies, environmental monitoring systems, biosensors, therapeutic applications, and other innovations based on chemosensory science. Its goal is to accelerate the translation of laboratory findings into real-world applications.
AOR Student Research Fellowship
The AOR Student Research Fellowship supports promising undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students who wish to undertake innovative research in olfaction science and related fields. Selected fellows receive financial assistance, research guidance, and access to scientific resources, along with priority opportunities to participate in AOR workshops, conferences, training programmes, and collaborative research activities. The fellowship aims to encourage young researchers to develop strong scientific foundations and contribute to the future of olfaction research.
Application Process
AOR invites nominations for all orations, and awards annually. Applications must be submitted with supporting documents as per the specific guidelines for each honor (Details given in the Application Form). Nominations are reviewed by the AOR Executive Committee.
The decision of the reviewing committee is final.
1. Prepare Documents
Compile required supporting documents including CV, certificates, Recommenders and nomination letters.
2. Submit Nomination
Submit your completed application with all required documents to the AOR Secretariat (Email : admin.aor@gmail.com) before the deadline.