Funder: Schmidt Sciences
Due Dates: April 3, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications accepted March 2 – April 3, 2026; due 11:59 PM ET)
Funding Amounts: 24 awards totaling $640,000; individual prizes of $20,000 and $40,000.
Summary: Recognizes and supports individuals excelling in science communication, journalism, or research for outstanding work that makes science accessible and engaging to the public.
Key Information: Work examples must have been published or released in 2025 and all applications must be in English or include English translations.