Nominations are open for the 2026 Kathy T. Peter Memorial BP4NTA Outstanding Service Award! To nominate a deserving BP4NTA member, please fill out this form by February 17, 2026.
The BP4NTA Outstanding Service Award recognizes an individual for their outstanding contributions and service to BP4NTA in support of the BP4NTA mission. Such contributions may include, for example: enabling the inclusion and integration of diverse voices and perspectives in BP4NTA products and projects through exceptional leadership; dedicated involvement in and visionary contributions to BP4NTA operations, committees, and/or scientific products; enthusiastic recruitment and mentorship of BP4NTA members (particularly early-career scientists and stakeholder/non-researcher members), fostering their participation in BP4NTA committees and projects; or committed advocacy to raise awareness of BP4NTA goals and products within the larger NTA community and promote external collaborations. Selection is based on the quality of the individual’s contributions to BP4NTA and the impact of their service on the quality of BP4NTA operations and/or projects (75%), and the quantity of service contributions to BP4NTA, including the time spent on service to BP4NTA (25%).
This award is named in memory of Kathy Peter, who was a highly active and influential BP4NTA member. She tragically passed away in late 2024. An article highlighting her career achievements, including her work with BP4NTA was recently published in ES&T. Help us continue her legacy by nominating deserving folks for this year’s award.