L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards Grant

L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Mountain Research Initiative
Amount: Fr.100,000
Last Updated: November 18, 2025

Summary

The 2026 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards will celebrate five exceptional women researchers in Life and Environmental Sciences across various global regions. Nominations are now open for the awards, which will recognize their significant scientific contributions. The laureates will receive €100,000 each and be honored at a ceremony in Paris in June 2026. This initiative underscores the importance of women's roles in science and aims to inspire future generations.

Overview

The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO invite you to nominate eminent women scientists for the 2026 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards. The 2026 International Awards will honour five outstanding researchers in Life and Environmental Sciences, each working in one of the following regions: Africa and the Arab States; Asia and the Pacific; Europe; Latin America and the Caribbean; North America. The five laureates will be selected by an international jury for their exceptional contribution to scientific advancement and will be awarded during the International Awards Ceremony, to be held in June 2026 in Paris (date tbc). Each of the Laureates will receive €100,000.

Eligibility

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