Novo Nordisk Prize
The Novo Nordisk Prize honors a leading scientist for outstanding international contributions to medical science and supports further excellence in European biomedical research.
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Funder: Novo Nordisk Foundation
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (annual nomination deadline) | August 1, 2025 (2025 call deadline)
Funding Amounts: DKK 5 million (~EUR 660,000): DKK 4.5M research grant, DKK 0.5M personal award, plus DKK 0.5M for an international symposium.
Summary: 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.
