Eni Award 2027 — Young Researcher of the Year Prize
Closes Nov 20
Eni
2027 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists
Neuroscience, Chemistry and Materials Science award from Blavatnik Family Foundation / New York Academy of Sciences
Apply by Wednesday, Dec 2
Up to $250,000
About
Awards recognise independent faculty researchers in life sciences, physical sciences and engineering, and chemistry. Each category laureate receives USD 250,000; finalists receive USD 15,000. Nominations close on 2 December 2026; support letters are due 16 December.
Eligibility
Career stage: Early independent researcher · Mid-career researcher
Nomination required
Covers: USD 250,000 unrestricted laureate award or USD 15,000 finalist award, plus ceremony travel.
Host location: United States
Eligible US institution; joint appointments require at least 50% effort at the nominating institution.
Reviewed Oct 9, 2026. Check the funder’s full conditions before applying.
Nominees need a doctorate and a tenured, tenure-track or equivalent faculty appointment at an eligible US institution. Born in 1985 or later; exception requests are due 11 November. No self-nominations. Institutions nominate at most one person per category; approved nominators have additional routes.
Topics
research excellencefaculty award
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Source: blavatnikawards.org