2026 UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of young Scientists in STEM (50,000 USD prize) – Opportunities For Africans

2026 UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of young Scientists in STEM (50,000 USD prize)

2026 UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of young Scientists in STEM (50,000 USD prize)

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Application Deadline: 30 November 2026 (midnight, UTC+1).

Applications are now open for the The UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of Young Scientists in STEM aims to boost STEM research, education, and international cooperation to tackle challenges addressed by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It recognizes young people whose work drives global socio-economic progress, while encouraging interest in science, particularly among women and girls, to foster gender equality and promote scientific careers.

Presented every two years to five laureates representing Africa, the Arab States, Asia and the Pacific, Europe and North America, and Latin America and the Caribbean, the Prize awards each recipient USD 50,000, along with a medal and diploma. The UNESCO–Al Fozan International Prize also reflects UNESCO’s commitment to gender equality by encouraging and inspiring more women to pursue careers in STEM fields.

Eligibility criteria

• Achievements: Candidates must have gained recognition for significant achievements or contributions in one or more of the following areas:

  • Research in STEM, including emerging technologies
  • STEM education, dissemination of research findings, creativity, and innovation
  • International or regional cooperation in STEM

• Age: Candidates must be under 40 years old at the time of the application deadline.

• Gender equality: Nominations of young women scientists are strongly encouraged to promote gender balance in STEM fields.

Application process

The candidate should complete the application dossier following the steps below:

• Deadline: Please ensure your online application and completed nomination are submittedby 30 November 2026 (midnight, UTC+1).
• Register online: Create a candidate account, verify your email, and complete user profile information.
• Complete the dossier: Complete your profile and application, providing detailed information about your background, achievements and contributions in line with the submission criteria, and upload all necessary documents including:
• A description of your background and achievements
• A summary of your work, publications, and other significant contributions
• A statement detailing your contribution to the objectives of the Prize
• Nomination requirement: Ensure your nomination is submitted by an eligible nominator prior to submitting the application dossier (the nomination process is detailed below).
• Language requirement: All applications must be completed in full in English or French.

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