The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today that six distinct scientific and technical investigations have been launched for 2025 in the lead-up to the Scientific and Technical Awards on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
These investigations are made public so that individuals and companies with devices or claims of innovation within these areas can submit achievements for review. The Academy’s Scientific and Technical Awards Committee has started investigations into the following areas:
- Small pyrotechnic devices that are safe to use in proximity to cast and crew
- Layered shading systems for computer-generated imagery
- Software suites for stop-motion photography
- Systems for custom art styles in animated features
- Automated speech restoration tools
- Conform management and sound auto-assembly software
“We are inspired by the remarkable innovation shown in this year’s applications. Guided by a diverse committee of industry leaders, we are excited to learn more about the novelty, impact, and adoption of these and similar technologies,” said Scientific and Technical Awards Committee co-chairs Darin Grant and Rachel Rose.
The deadline to submit additional entries is Monday, September 8, at 5 p.m. PT. For more information on the Scientific and Technical Awards or to submit a similar technology, click here.
After thorough investigations in each technology category, the committee will meet to vote on recommendations to the Academy’s Board of Governors, which will make the final awards decisions.
The Scientific and Technical Awards Presentation will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
