[Novo Nordisk Foundation](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/)

August 1, 2026 (annual nomination deadline) | August 1, 2025 (2025 call deadline)

DKK 5 million (~EUR 660,000): DKK 4.5M research grant, DKK 0.5M personal award, plus DKK 0.5M for an international symposium.

Recognizes an active scientist for outstanding international contributions to medical science, supporting further biomedical research in Europe.

--- ## Description The Novo Nordisk Prize is awarded annually to an active scientist who has made exceptional international contributions to advancing medical science, with a focus on benefiting people's lives. The prize supports continued excellence in biomedical research in Europe and recognizes leadership, mentorship, and impactful discoveries in bioscience, basic biomedicine, clinical and translational medicine, data science, endocrinology, and metabolism. The recipient receives a substantial research grant, a personal award, and additional funding to host an international symposium. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2025: Nomination deadline (2025 call, closes 11:59pm Copenhagen time) - August 1, 2026: Annual nomination deadline (next recurring deadline) Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis, but are collected each year for consideration by early August. The prize recipient is typically announced in April of the following year. --- ## Funding Amount - Total prize: DKK 5 million (approx. EUR 660,000) - DKK 4.5 million (~EUR 594,000) as a research grant - DKK 0.5 million (~EUR 66,000) as a personal award - Additional DKK 0.5 million for hosting an international symposium --- ## Eligibility - Nominees must have made a major discovery or breakthrough that advances understanding, prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of human health and disease. - Nominees must hold a current position and maintain an active research program at a public, non-profit research institution or company based in a European country. - Nominees may be of any nationality. - Inspirational leadership and mentorship of young scientists is required. - Nominations may be submitted by individuals or institutions (no limit on number of nominations). - Self-nominations and nominations by family members are not accepted. - Members of the Novo Nordisk Foundation Board, committee members, and employees of the Novo Group are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Nominations must be submitted electronically via the [official nomination form](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/form/novo-nordisk-prize-2024-nomination-form/). - Required nomination materials include: - Nominator and nominee details - Description of the nominee’s discovery or breakthrough - Overview of the nominee's scientific journey and impact (up to 250 words) - List of up to 5 significant peer-reviewed publications - The nomination and review processes are confidential. - The Novo Nordisk Prize Committee reviews nominations and recommends a shortlist to the Foundation Board, which selects the winner. - The awardee is announced in April, followed by a prize lecture and ceremony in Copenhagen. --- ## Additional Information - The prize is intended to further support biomedical research in Europe and to recognize scientists who serve as inspirational leaders and role models. - The recipient is expected to host an international symposium in their field of research, funded by the Foundation. - [See previous recipients](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/prize-recipients/?prize=60693) for examples of awardees and research areas. --- ## External Links - [Program page and nomination details](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/grant/novo-nordisk-prize-nomination/) - [Prize overview and past recipients](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/prizes/the-novo-nordisk-prize/) - [Nomination form](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/form/novo-nordisk-prize-2024-nomination-form/) - [Rules, grant administration, and FAQ](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/how-we-work/what-are-grants/) - [Committee on the Novo Nordisk Prize](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/committees/committee-on-the-novo-nordisk-prize/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |-----------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------| | Douglas Oliveira | Scientific Manager, Biomedical Research | [dol@novo.dk](mailto:dol@novo.dk) | +45 2339 3331 | | Pernille Julø Risegaard | Senior PA & Prize Manager, Natural Sciences | [pjri@novo.dk](mailto:pjri@novo.dk) | | | General Inquiries | Novo Nordisk Foundation | [info@novonordiskfonden.dk](mailto:info@novonordiskfonden.dk) | +45 4444 8888 | | Prize-specific Inquiries | Novo Nordisk Prize | [novonordiskprize@novo.dk](mailto:novonordiskprize@novo.dk) | +45 3527 6603 | Addresses and further contact options are available on the [foundation’s contact page](https://www.novonordisk.com/contact-us.html).

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