Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Award 2026 for Franz Bairlein
Franz Bairlein has been honoured by Springer Nature with the "Editor of Distinction Award 2026". The award recognises his many years of commitment as Editor of the Journal of Ornithology and his special role in the scientific peer review process.
The prize honours editors who stand out for their careful handling of submitted manuscripts, high professional expertise and special commitment to scientific quality. Their support for authors during the peer review process is also recognised.
The award underlines the importance of reliable, quality-oriented editorial work for scientific exchange and the advancement of research. As Honorary President of the Deutsche Ornithologische Gesellschaft (DOG), Franz Bairlein has shaped ornithological science far beyond Germany's borders for many years.
