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The Chambers Medal

The Chambers Medal is named after Sir Paul Chambers, a former president (1964-65) of the Society and chairman of Imperial Chemical Industries. It is awarded every three years to a fellow, who has not held or been elected to the office of President, for outstanding services to the Society.
 

Sophie Carr2026 recipient:  Sophie Carr
Sophie has contributed to the RSS in many ways, most notably through being an outstanding Vice President for Education and Data Literacy, leading this area of the Society’s work with skill, energy and efficiency.
Rachel-Hilliam


2024 recipients: Rachel Hilliam and John Macinness

Rachel and John have overseen substantial changes within RSS professional affairs, not least, they both played a vital role in the creation of the Alliance for Data Science Professionals.