Novo Nordisk Foundation Prize for Biomedicine
The Novo Nordisk Foundation Prize for Biomedicine honors a European scientist for outstanding, transformative research advancing biomedical science and human health.
Funder: Novo Nordisk Foundation
Due Dates: August 1, 2027: Annual nomination collection deadline — nominations are collected each 1 August and considered for the following year’s prize
Funding Amounts: DKK 5 million total: DKK 4.5 million research grant + DKK 0.5 million personal award (one-time, annual prize)
Summary: Annual prize recognizing a European scientist for outstanding and transformative biomedical research.
Description
The Novo Nordisk Foundation Prize for Biomedicine is an annual award honoring a scientist in Europe who has made an exceptional contribution to advancing medical science, particularly through major discoveries or breakthroughs that advance the understanding, prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of human disease. Established in 1963, the prize celebrates scientific excellence and leadership, and aims to further support innovative biomedical research with a significant financial award and recognition through a ceremony in Copenhagen. Recipients are also invited to present their work via lectures or symposia, fostering further collaboration and visibility within the biomedical community.
