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Alumni Awards

Nominations are open for the 2027 alumni awards

Select the category you wish to nominate an alumni for and you'll be sent to the relevant nomination form.

Alumni Entrepreneur Award

Recognising innovative and creative alumni entrepreneurs who can demonstrate commercial success, growth and impact.

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Distinguished Alumni Award

Honouring outstanding alumni who have demonstrated sustained excellence in their personal and professional achievements.

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Emerging Alumni Leader Award

Celebrating our rising stars: innovators, game-changers and role models. Introducing the next generation of leaders.

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Congratulations to our 2026 Alumni Award winners

Our community is full of incredible people who are making a tangible impact around the world. Imperial Alumni Awards celebrate their achievements and honour outstanding Imperial graduates.

The 2026 winners are game-changers, disruptors and problem-solvers. People who dare to take risks, who lead change, who collaborate to make things better. We spoke to each winner to hear about their journey, advice for others and proudest moments.

We are proud to introduce you to this year's winners...

H.E. Khunying Kalaya Sophonpanich

From her PhD in nuclear physics, to ministerial positions in the Thai government, Khunying Kalaya (PhD Physics 1970) has built an extraordinary career across education, technology and the environment.

2026 Alumni Award winner Muh Agung Saptura

Muh Agung Saputra

As CEO and founder of Surplus Indonesia, Muh Agung Saputra (MSc Environmental Technology 2019) has helped tens of thousands of restaurants, cafes and small businesses redistribute their unsold produce at affordable prices, reducing waste, food insecurity and pollution.

Jade Oyateru

As COO and co-founder of Uncover beauty, Jade Oyateru (MBA 2018) has revolutionised the skincare industry, building a brand that is both proudly African and globally relevant.

Dr Mariatulqabtiah Abdul Razak

Through her work in vaccinology, Dr Mariatulqabtiah Abdul Razak (PhD Clinical Medicine 2011) has earned national and international recognition. A co-recipient of the L’Oreal UNESCO Women in Science Award (Malaysia, 2022), she has inspired young women the world over.

Dr Jiajun Cen

A pioneer in the clean energy sector and Forbes 30 Under 30, Dr Jiajun Cen (PhD Chemical Engineering 2020) is the CEO and founder of climate tech company AQUABATTERY.

Dr Ibolya Kepiro

Dr Ibolya Kepiro (PhD Physics 2011) is a leading expert in biometrology. Her pioneering work has led to novel standards that underpin life-saving research in vaccinology, virology and drug development.

Dr Joana Moscoso

As the Director of Native Scientists, Dr Joana Moscoso (PhD Life Sciences Research 2013) works to ensure that young children have the chance to engage with science in their native language or in their hometowns.

Kolawole Osinowo

As CEO of Izili, Kolawole Osinowo (MBA 2020) is an emerging leader in social innovation who has dedicated his career to improving access to technology and clean, reliable energy across Africa.

Dr Tunde Oyebamiji

Combining medicine, research and digital innovation to improve trauma outcomes, Dr Tunde Oyebamiji (MPH Public Health 2023) has launched two mission-driven ventures in Nigeria that save lives and strengthen emergency care systems for tens of thousands of patients.

Contact us about the Alumni Awards

alumniawards@imperial.ac.uk