Annette Lykknes receives the 2026 Joseph B. Lambert HIST Award

Apr 26, 2026

Professor Annette Lykknes has been awarded the 2026 Joseph B. Lambert HIST Award for Outstanding Achievement in the History of Chemistry, in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the field.

Based at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Professor Lykknes is known for her interdisciplinary research spanning the history of science, chemical education, and the role of chemistry in society. Her work has covered topics such as women in science, the periodic table, and the teaching of chemistry.

She is a leading figure in the international community, currently serving as Editor-in-Chief of Ambix and Chair of the EuChemS Division of the History of Chemistry.

The award recognises both her scholarly achievements and her leadership in advancing the history of chemistry.