Welcome to the 2026 CiteAb Awards

Celebrating excellence in the global research reagent industry.

The 2026 categories

Each year, the CiteAb Awards recognise the suppliers, products, and individuals making an impact in life science research.

The closing date for entries is midnight (GMT) on the 17th February 2026.

Winners will be announced on the 17th March 2026.

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Nomination-based awards

Researchers' Choice Award

Celebrating the supplier researchers valued for quality, service, and support. Researchers - have your say!

Image of the Year

Showcasing the most striking research image, as voted for by the scientific community. Instrument companies, nominate an image!

Significant Individual Impact Award

Honouring an individual who has made a remarkable contribution to the life science industry.

The Innovation Award

Celebrating a reagent or instrument that's filled a gap or unmet need in the life science market.

Data-based awards

These awards are based on insights from the CiteAb reagent database - covering citation data for 16 million+ reagents.

ELISA Kit Supplier to Watch

Recognising the supplier with the largest percentage increase in ELISA kit citations.

Protein Supplier to Watch in Cancer Research

Celebrating the supplier with the largest percentage increase for protein citations in cancer research.

Phospho Antibody Supplier of the Year

Highlighting the supplier with the most citations for antibodies against phosphorylated targets.

Plasmid Supplier of the Year

Recognising the supplier with the most plasmid citations.

Flow Cytometer Supplier to Watch

Celebrating the instrument supplier with the largest percentage increase in flow cytometer citations.

Mass Spectrometer Supplier of the Year

Celebrating the instrument supplier with the most mass spectrometer citations.

Growth Factor Supplier of the Year

Recognising the supplier with the highest number of growth factor citations.

IHC Supplier of the Year in Neuroscience

Celebrating the supplier with the most IHC antibody citations in neuroscience research.

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