Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists
Annual international prize honoring outstanding doctoral research in cell/molecular biology, genomics, ecology, or translational medicine by recent PhD graduates.
Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates: July 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Grand prize: USD $30,000; three category winners: USD $10,000 each; one-time award per recipient.
Summary: Annual prize recognizing outstanding life science research by recent PhD graduates in molecular biology, genomics, ecology, or translational medicine.
Key Information: For work completed as part of a doctoral degree awarded between Jan 1, 2024 and Dec 31, 2025.
Description
The Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists is an annual international award for early-career researchers who have recently completed a PhD in the life sciences. The prize recognizes significant original research in one of four categories: Cell and Molecular Biology, Genomics and Proteomics (including Systems Biology), Ecology and Environment, or Translational/Molecular Medicine. The goal is to highlight and support the achievements of emerging scientists whose doctoral research demonstrates exceptional innovation and impact.
