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Linnean Society
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The Linnean Society of London is the world’s oldest active society devoted to natural history. Founded in 1788 by Sir James Edward Smith (1759–1828), who was its first President, the Society takes its name from the Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus (1707–1778) whose botanical, zoological and library collections have been in our keeping since 1829. These unique collections are of continuing fundamental importance as a primary reference for naming of plants and animals. They are enhanced by the Society's own rich library which provides key resources for scientific and cultural research.
The Linnean Society aims to promote the study of all aspects of the biological sciences. Through awarding medals and grants, the Society acknowledges and encourages excellence in all of these fields.
- Linnean Medal: awarded to a scientist for service to the natural sciences.
- Bicentenary Medal: awarded to a scientist under the age of 40 years in recognition of excellent research in the natural sciences.
- Darwin-Wallace Medal: awarded to a person or group who have made major advances in evolutionary science.
- John Spedan Lewis Medal: awarded to an individual who is making a significant and innovative contribution to conservation.
- Trail-Crisp Award: in recognition of an outstanding contribution to microscopy, with preference to early- and mid-career researchers.