Scientific Recognition
Best Paper Awards
The IMAV conference recognizes exceptional contributions advancing the scientific foundations and engineering frontiers of micro aerial robotics.
Primary Academic Honor
Best Scientific Paper Award
Awarded to the paper demonstrating outstanding originality, theoretical depth, and experimental rigor with transformative potential for the MAV community.
• Official IMAV engraved trophy & certificate of merit
• Cash award & travel subsidy
• Spotlight article featured in the IMAV repository
Young Researcher Recognition
Best Student Paper Award
Awarded to the most outstanding scientific paper where the primary author and presenter is an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student.
• Official student certificate of achievement
• Student research grant award
• Fast-track consideration for partner robotics journals
Evaluation & Ceremony
Nominations are compiled from initial double-blind reviewer scores. A dedicated Awards Committee attends the oral presentations during conference sessions. Winners will be formally announced during the IMAV 2027 Gala Banquet on Friday, September 24, 2027.