Sigma Xi Northeast Region Research Conference Draws 170 Attendees for Day of Discovery and Collaboration

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The 2026 Sigma Xi Northeast Region Research Conference, held April 18 at Western Connecticut State University (WCSU), brought together 170 registered attendees from 12 institutional chapters across the Northeast.

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Winners Announced for 2026 Sigma Xi Student Research Showcase

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Top awards were given by judges and public vote for the 2026 virtual student competition.

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Faces of GIAR: Reena Debray

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Recent GIAR award recipient Reena Debray reflects on her experience as a 2020 grant recipient.

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Two Sigma Xi Members Selected to Attend 2026 Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting

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Jared Boyce and Tengteng Tang will attend the prestigious six-day event beginning June 28 in Lindau, Germany.

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From Concept to Launch: How a Student Researcher Is Advancing CubeSat Science

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Gael Gonzalez utilized a Sigma Xi grant to help fund his development of a CubeSat headed to the International Space Station to study binary star systems.

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Faces of GIAR: Prakash Prabhu

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Recent GIAR award recipient Prakash Prabhu reflects on his experience as a 2023 grant recipient.

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Faces of GIAR: Savannah Adkins

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Recent GIAR award recipient Savannah Adkins reflects on her experience as a 2024 grant recipient.

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2025 Chapter Excellence Awards

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Chapter delegates accepted annual awards during the virtual Assembly of Delegates.

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Jasmine Shah Named Deputy Executive Director at Sigma Xi

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Shah's new duties will include guiding organizational strategy, coordinating Society governance, and strengthening key programs and partnerships.

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Sigma Xi Awards Student Research Grants for Fall 2025 Cycle

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Sigma Xi is pleased to announce the awarding of more than $100,000 in student research grants for the Fall 2025 cycle of its Grants in Aid of Research (GIAR) program.

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Faces of GIAR: Ryan Wang

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Recent GIAR award recipient Ryan Wang reflects on his experience as a 2022 grant recipient.

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Gold Key Recipients Honored in Local Chapter Ceremonies

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The two honorees were recognized at special events hosted by local Sigma Xi chapters.

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IFoRE '25—Student Research Award Winners

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More than 500 science and engineering students from across the globe gathered virtually for the student research competition at the 2025 International Forum on Research Excellence.

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Sigma Xi Announces 2025 Cohort of Fellows — Celebrating Exceptional Contributions to the Scientific Enterprise

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The 18 Fellows will be recognized on November 1 during a virtual ceremony at Sigma Xi's annual meeting, the 2025 International Forum on Research Excellence (IFoRE).

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American Scientist Launches New Human Behavior and Neuroscience Podcast Series

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The new limited series, "Wired for This," can be streamed on all major podcast platforms.

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Simon Levin and Jennifer Lewis to Receive Sigma Xi's 2025 Gold Key Awards

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The two honorees will be recognized at special events hosted by Sigma Xi chapters at their respective institutions, Princeton and Harvard.

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From the Lab to Lindau: Sigma Xi Student Member Meg Shieh Attends Exclusive Nobel Laureate Meeting

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We caught up with the Brown University PhD candidate about her experience.

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Freeman Hrabowski to Receive Sigma Xi McGovern Award

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Dr. Hrabowski will be recognized at IFoRE '25, where he will serve as a keynote speaker.

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2025 Sigma Xi Award Winners

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Alessandro Sette of the La Jolla Institute for Immunology will receive the 2025 William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement.

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New Sigma Xi Chapter Established at India's Christ University

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The July 4 ceremony marked Sigma Xi's first ever chapter in India.

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Sigma Xi Awards Student Research Grants for Spring 2025 Cycle

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Sigma Xi is pleased to announce the awarding of more than $120,000 in student research grants for the Spring 2025 cycle of its Grants in Aid of Research (GIAR) program.

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Sigma Xi Presents Student Awards at 2025 Regeneron ISEF Research Competition

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Sigma Xi continued its support through special award judging in Life Science, Physical Science, and Behavioral and Social Science.

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American Scientist Magazine Wins 2025 Neal Award

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The magazine was awarded the top prize in the "Best Technical/Scientific Content" category for the article, Gliflozins for Diabetes: From Bark to Bench to Bedside.

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New Sigma Xi Chapter Installed at California State University San Marcos

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On March 25th, Sigma Xi installed its newest chapter at California State University San Marcos.

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Brown University Student Chosen for Sigma Xi’s 2025 Lindau Nobel Student Fellowship

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Meg Shieh, a PhD candidate at Brown University, will attend the prestigious six-day event beginning June 29 in Lindau, Germany.

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Winners Announced for 2025 Sigma Xi Student Research Showcase

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Top awards were given by judges and public vote for the 2025 virtual student competition.

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Faces of GIAR: Sarah Donaher

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Recent GIAR award recipient Sarah Donaher reflects on her 2022 GIAR experience, and how it helped launch her career.

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Letter to the Trump Administration about the Future of American Research

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A letter to President Trump requesting clarification on the administration’s plan to sustain and advance science in the United States.

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Standing Together for Science in Uncertain Times

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A letter to members about the steps Sigma Xi is taking to address the ongoing challenges facing our community.

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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society Relaunches Emotional Support Program Through Happy Partnership

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The renewed partnership will include "Happy" Hour emotional support sessions for members.

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