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

August 1, 2025 | August 1, 2026

DKK 5 million total: DKK 4.5 million research grant, DKK 0.5 million personal award, plus DKK 0.5 million for an international symposium.

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

--- ## Description The Novo Nordisk Prize is awarded annually to an active scientist who has made exceptional international contributions advancing medical science for the benefit of human health. The prize aims to honor and further support biomedical research in Europe, particularly in bioscience, basic biomedicine, clinical and translational medicine, data science, endocrinology, and metabolism. The total prize value is DKK 5 million, comprised of a substantial research grant, a personal award, and additional funding for organizing a scientific symposium in the recipient’s field. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2025: Nomination deadline (call closes at 11:59pm Copenhagen time) - August 1, 2026: Next annual nomination deadline All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - Total value: DKK 5 million (approx. EUR 660,000–672,000) - DKK 4.5 million as a research grant - DKK 0.5 million as a personal award - Additional DKK 0.5 million for hosting an international symposium --- ## Eligibility - Nominees must have made major discoveries or breakthroughs in understanding, prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of human disease. - 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 must serve as inspirational leaders and role models for young scientists. - Any nationality is eligible, provided the research program is based in Europe. - Nominations can be submitted by individual researchers, research institutions (academic or industrial), or research funding agencies. - There is no limit to the number of nominations a nominator may submit. **Ineligible:** - Self-nominations - Nominations by family members - Members of the Novo Nordisk Foundation Board, prize committee, or Board members/directors/employees of the Novo Group --- ## Application Process - Nominations must be submitted electronically via the [official nomination form](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/form/novo-nordisk-prize-nomination-form/). - The nomination and review processes are confidential. - Required nomination materials include: - Nominee’s information and scientific achievements - Description of the nominee’s impact, leadership, and mentorship - Up to 5 significant peer-reviewed publications relevant to the nomination - The awardee is selected by the Novo Nordisk Prize Committee, with a shortlist reviewed by international experts. - The winner is announced in April of the following year. --- ## Additional Information - The prize includes an obligation to host an international symposium in the recipient’s field. - The award ceremony and prize lecture take place in Copenhagen, Denmark. - The prize has a long history and is one of the most prestigious European biomedical science awards. - [See previous recipients](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/prize-recipients/?prize=60693) and [award news](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/prizes/the-novo-nordisk-prize/). --- ## External Links - [Program page and full details](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/grant/novo-nordisk-prize-nomination/) - [Nomination form](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/form/novo-nordisk-prize-nomination-form/) - [Committee on the Novo Nordisk Prize](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/committees/committee-on-the-novo-nordisk-prize/) - [Rules, grant administration, and FAQ](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/how-we-work/what-are-grants/) - [Prize information and history](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/prizes/the-novo-nordisk-prize/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------| | Douglas Oliveira | Scientific Manager, Biomedical Research | [dol@novo.dk](mailto:dol@novo.dk) | +45 2339 3331 | | Pernille Julø Risegaard | Senior PA, Team Coordinator & Prize Manager | [pjri@novo.dk](mailto:pjri@novo.dk) | | | General Inquiries | Novo Nordisk Foundation | [info@novonordiskfonden.dk](mailto:info@novonordiskfonden.dk) | +45 35 27 66 00 |

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