Novo Nordisk Fondens Pris til Naturfagsundervisere på Læreruddannelsen
This Novo Nordisk Foundation prize honors university college science educators who excel in inspiring and innovating the education of future science teachers in the Danish Realm.
Funder: Novo Nordisk Foundation
Due Dates: November 16, 2026 (Deadline for submission of nominations)
Funding Amounts: DKK 550,000 total: DKK 50,000 personal prize + DKK 500,000 to the university college for science education development.
Summary: Annual award recognizing exceptional science educators at university colleges who inspire and advance the training of future science teachers in the Danish Realm.
Description
This annual prize from the Novo Nordisk Foundation honors outstanding educators at university colleges within the Danish Realm who have made significant contributions to the education and qualification of future science teachers. The award recognizes excellence in teaching natural sciences (nature/technology, physics/chemistry, biology, geography, and mathematics), innovation in science education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and efforts to foster a stimulating scientific environment for both students and colleagues. The goal is to bring visibility to exceptional teaching and inspire continued advancement in science education at teacher training institutions.
