The Barancik Prize honors scientists or teams for innovative, transformative research that advances the understanding, treatment, or prevention of multiple sclerosis.
Funder: National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Nomination submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 cash prize (one-time award)
Summary: Honors scientists or teams for innovative and transformative research advancing the understanding, treatment, or prevention of multiple sclerosis.
The Barancik Prize for Innovation in MS Research recognizes exceptional scientists or research teams whose work demonstrates outstanding innovation and originality in the field of multiple sclerosis (MS) research. The award celebrates pioneering approaches that challenge conventional thinking and have the potential to significantly advance the understanding, treatment, or prevention of MS. The prize is intended to highlight and accelerate creative, transformative research that leads to meaningful progress for people living with MS.