The Dedonder Clayton Award recognizes and supports scientists in Africa and Asia whose research advances public health, especially in HIV/AIDS and related infections.
Funder: Institut Pasteur
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $46,000 prize; supports recipient's team research; awarded annually
Summary: Recognizes and supports outstanding scientists in Africa and Asia advancing public health through research on HIV/AIDS and related infections.
The Dedonder Clayton Award is an annual prize presented by the Institut Pasteur to honor scientists in Africa and Asia whose research has made significant advances in public health, particularly in the field of HIV/AIDS and related infections. The award aims to support the ongoing scientific work of the recipient's team and to highlight research that drives progress in combating these diseases. Winners are selected by a distinguished jury, including representatives from the Institut Pasteur International Network and ANRS, and the award is presented during a ceremony at the Pasteur Center in Cameroon.