The Brain Trust Charity, chaired by Raymond Keene OBE, International Chess Grandmaster, one of Britain’s leading intellectual figure.

Commencing 1991, with Laureates embracing Baroness Susan Greenfield and Stephen Hawking, the expanded Brain of the Year Awards are on Sunday, 15th November 2026, in the prestigious National Liberal Club. This distinguished black-tie gala dinner celebrates exceptional minds, whose intelligence, innovation, leadership, and achievements have made a significant impact.

The awards honour individuals from widely ranging fields: science, medicine, education, technology, business, research, public service, innovation, the arts, and humanitarian work. It recognises those who’s inspirational vision, creativity, and dedication have contributed to making the world better.

Nominations are now officially open. If you know someone who deserves this prestigious recognition, or believe you have made an outstanding contribution in your field, we warmly encourage you to submit a nomination.

Visit our official Ambitions Fulfilled website www.ambitionsfulfilled.co.uk to complete the nomination process and join this landmark initiative.

The Awards, organised by Ambitions Fulfilled, partnering The Brain Trust Charity, are one of the UK’s most prestigious celebrations of intellectual excellence, recognising remarkable individuals, whose ideas, achievements, and leadership continue shaping the future and inspiring coming generations.