Competition & Award
Novo Nordisk Prize
Apply by Aug 1, 2025
Application Closed
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 AmountPrize amount of DKK 5 million (approx. EUR 672,000)
- 💰Research GrantIncludes a research grant of DKK 4.5 million (approx. EUR 605,000)
- 💰Personal AwardPersonal award of DKK 0.5 million (approx. EUR 67,000)
- 🏆RecognitionRecognition 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
Target Region
Europe
Target Sector
Biomedical Research
Novo Nordisk Foundation