Davida Teller Award

Purpose: Given to an outstanding woman vision scientist with a strong history of mentoring and exceptional contributions to the field of vision science.

In Honor Of: Davida Teller, an exceptional scientist, mentor, and colleague who led the field of visual development for decades.

Geographic Scope: International (VSS members)

Eligibility:

• Woman vision scientist only
• Must be an active VSS member in recent years
• Must have made exceptional contributions to vision science
• Strong history of mentoring given consideration
• Nominated by VSS member
• Members of the Award Committee and VSS Board of Directors cannot serve as nominators
• Previously considered nominees are eligible for re-nomination

Award Details:

• Recipient recognized at VSS annual meeting
• Award announced in late March
• Presentation given at VSS Awards Session

Focus Areas: Vision science (all areas)

Previous Recipients (2017): Mary Hayhoe; (2026): T. Rowan Candy

Application Process

Nomination-Based: Award is by nomination only (not direct application)

Required Materials:

1. Description of nominee's scientific contributions and history of mentoring
2. Current curriculum vitae
3. Supporting letters (optional but encouraged) describing importance of scientific contributions and mentoring activity

Submission Format:

• Submit by email to VSS

Re-nomination: Previously considered nominees are eligible to be re-nominated

Reviewer: Award Committee (three established visual scientists selected from VSS membership)