Novo Nordisk Prize

About

The Novo Nordisk Prize honors exceptional scientists in Europe who have made significant contributions to biomedical research, offering a substantial financial award and research grant to support ongoing scientific endeavors, while inspiring the next generation of researchers.

Benefits

• Prize amount of DKK 5 million (approx. EUR 672,000)
• Includes a research grant of DKK 4.5 million (approx. EUR 605,000)
• Personal award of DKK 0.5 million (approx. EUR 67,000)
• Recognition of outstanding contributions to biomedical research

Eligibility Criteria

• Nominees must demonstrate scientific excellence leading to major discoveries in human health and disease
• Must have a current position and active research program at a public, non-profit research institution or company in a European country
• Nominees should serve as inspirational leaders for young scientists
• Open to nominees of any nationality
• Nominators can be individuals or institutions, with no limit on the number of nominations