The Klaus J. Jacobs Research Prize
Forecasted
The Klaus J. Jacobs Research Prize honors leading researchers advancing scientific understanding of child and youth learning, development, or well-being across any discipline.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
Jacobs Foundation has archived this opportunity.
Funder: Jacobs Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2026 (Nomination form) | January 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: 1 million CHF total; 900,000 CHF for research, 100,000 CHF for related costs (e.g., travel, networking, dissemination)
Summary: Recognizes and supports leading researchers making groundbreaking contributions to child and youth learning, development, or well-being.
Key Information: Self-nominations are not accepted; only individual researchers with academic affiliation are eligible.
Description
The Klaus J. Jacobs Research Prize honors exceptional researchers whose work has significantly advanced the scientific understanding of how children and youth learn, develop, or experience improved living conditions. The award is open to senior-level researchers from any discipline contributing to these fields, with a proven record of groundbreaking contributions and several years of active research ahead. The prize aims to foster continued innovation and impact in research benefiting children and young people globally.
