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Where an exact date is not provided for a nomination deadline, the month traditionally used for the deadline is provided for reference.
Award |
Awarding body |
Nomination deadline |
Brief description
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Order of Australia Honours |
Australian Government |
Rolling deadline - appointments in the Order of Australia are announced on Australia Day and on the Queen’s Birthday public holiday in June. |
Nominations received from the public to recognise people who have contributed above and beyond to the Australian community or humanity at large. To encourage diverse representation of the community, nominations of women are being sought. |
The Volvo Environment Prize |
The Volvo Environment Prize Foundation |
10 January 2021 |
Awarded to people who have made outstanding scientific achievements within the area of environment and sustainability - SEK $1.5 million (approximately $230,000 AUD) |
Lefoulon-Delalande Grand Prize |
Lefoulon-Delalande Institut de France |
11 January 2021 |
Awarded to scientists who have made a significant scientific contribution in physiology, biology or cardiovascular medicine - €600 000 |
A.M Turing Award |
Association for Computing Machinery |
January 15, 2021 - End of Day, Anywhere on Earth (AoE) |
Technical award given for major contributions of a technical nature to the computing community - US $1 million |
AOGS Axford Medal |
Asia Oceania Geosciences Society |
19 January 2021 |
Awards outstanding achievements in geosciences and unselfish cooperation and leadership in Asia and Oceania |
Welch Award in Chemistry |
Welch Foundation |
29 January 2021 |
Awards important chemical research contributions which have had a significant, positive influence on mankind -US $500,000 |
The Royal Society Awards |
The Royal Society |
15 February 2021 |
Copley Medal
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Wise Prize for Education |
Quatar Foundation |
February (Biennial - next award in 2021) |
Awarded for significant and lasting impact upon education at any level, demonstrating an inspiring and visionary approach – US $500 000 |
L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Australia & New Zealand Fellowships |
L'Oréal and UNESCO |
March |
The Fellowships are intended to provide practical help for the winners to undertake a one year research project in their chosen fields. Winners may choose to spend their funding on buying scientific equipment, paying for child care costs, conference & travel costs or other items they may need to continue their research - four Australian Fellowships and one New Zealand Fellowship valued at $25,000 |
Keio Medical Science Prize |
Keio University Medical Science Fund |
March |
Awarded in the fields of basic medicine, clinical medicine, or life sciences closely related to medicine - 10 Million Yen |
Prime Minister's Prizes for Science |
Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources |
March |
Nominations sought for Australia's national science and teaching awards: total pool of $750,000 in prize monies and an embossed medallion and lapel pin.
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TWAS Prizes |
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) |
March |
Awarded to individual scientists who have been working and living in a developing country for at least 10 years in the fields of agricultrual sciences, biology, chemistry, earth, astronomy and space sciences, engineering sciences, mathematics, medical sciences, physics and social sciences - US $10,000 each |
TWAS-Siwei Cheng Prize |
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) |
March |
Recognising economic scientists who have been working and living in a developing country for at least 10 years - US $10,000 |
V. Ambartsumian International Prize |
Republic of Armenia National Academy of Sciences |
March |
Is awarded to outstanding scientists having significant contribution in physical-mathematical sciences from any country and nationality- US $300 000 |
The Advance Awards |
Advance |
March |
The Advance Awards recognise and celebrate the work of global Australians and alumni of Australian universities around the world who exhibit remarkable talent, exceptional vision and ambition at any stage of their career. |
King Faisal International Prize |
The King Faisal Foundation |
March |
Prizes in different fields of science and medicine - US $200 000. |
Eric and Sheila Samson Prime Minister's Prize |
Ministry of Science, Technology and Space |
March |
Awarded yearly to individual(s) for global innovation or a scientific or technology breakthrough in the field of alternative fuels for transportation - US $1,000,000 |
Mathematics Breakthrough Prize |
BREAKTHROUGH PRIZE |
April |
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Fundamental Physics Breakthrough Prize |
BREAKTHROUGH PRIZE |
April |
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Life Sciences Breakthrough Prize |
BREAKTHROUGH PRIZE |
April |
The Breakthrough Prizes in Life Sciences are given annually for accomplishments in life sciences broadly defined. Up to four annual Breakthrough Prizes in Life Sciences – $3 million each. |
International Prize for Biology |
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science |
April |
Awarded to an individual who has made outstanding contribution to the advancement of research in fundamental biology – 10 million Yen |
Tall Poppy Science Awards |
Australian Institute of Policy and Science |
April |
Recognising excellence in early career researchers across all the sciences, alongside a passion and capacity to communicate science to the community. Nominations are for scientists under 35 years of age with between two and 10 years postdoctoral experience. |
Lasker Award |
Lasker Foundation |
April |
Awarded in Basic Medical Research, Clinical Medical Research, and Public Service Award
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TWAS-Lenovo Science Prize |
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) |
April |
Awarded to scientists living and working in the developing countries for outstanding scientific achievements in engineering sciences - US $100,000, medal and certificate |
The Jian Zhou Medal |
Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences |
April |
The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences Jian Zhou Medal is awarded annually to a rising star of Australian health and medical science who is making a significant impact in translational medical science, primarily working in Australia. The Medal is awarded at the Academy’s annual meeting each October and recipients receive financial support for their travel costs to enable them to attend. |
Le Grand Priz de la Fondation de la Maison de la Chemie |
Fondation de la Maison de la Chimie |
April |
Rewards an original work in chemistry, of benefit to mankind, society or nature – €35,000 |
Australian Museum Eureka Prize |
Australian Museum |
May |
Awarded in: research & innovation, leadership, science communication & journalism and school science
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The Georgina Sweet Awards for Women in Quantitative Biomedical Science |
The University of Melbourne |
May |
Four awards of $25,000 each will be made each year to Australian female researchers who demonstrate excellence in the area of quantitative biomedical science. An additional two awards of $25,000 each will be made for Excellence in Inclusivity, recognizing Women in Biomedical Science who have a strong track record in research and who have demonstrated the importance of inclusion and diversity. |
KNAW Bob Pinedo Cancer Care Award |
Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences |
May |
Awarded to a researcher (or team of researchers) whose contribution to (translational) cancer research and compassionate cancer patient - €100,000 |
The John Maddox Prize |
Sense about Science |
May |
Awarded to researchers who have shown great courage and integrity in standing up for science and scientific reasoning against fierce opposition and hostility. Each year there is one winner, and an additional prize for an early career researcher - £3000. |
Premi Ramon Margalef d'Ecologia |
Generalitat de Catelunya |
May |
Awarded to either individuals or to legal persons or groups that have made significant contributions to the development of the ecological sciences |
Resilient Australia Award |
Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience |
May |
Recognises and promotes initiatives that strengthen community disaster resilience. |
Science Excellence Awards South Australia |
Government of South Australia |
May |
Awarded to high achievers in research, industry and education in South Australia. The South Australian Scientist of the Year and the South Australian Innovator of the year will receive $25,000 prize money and winners of all other categories will receive $10,000 |
Bower Award and Prize for achievement in Science |
The Franklin Institute |
May |
The theme for 2021 is “Decision-Making”. Awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the scientific understanding of decision-making — US $250,000 |
Prince Mahidol Award |
Government of Thailand |
May |
Awarded to individual(s) or institutions(s) for their outstanding performance and/or research in medicine that contributes directly to the betterment of society. There will be one award in medicine and one in public health - US $100,000 |
L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Awards |
L'Oréal and UNESCO |
May |
Recognizes and promotes established women scientists whose outstanding achievements have contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge and of its benefits to society and provide support to promising young women who are already making significant contributions in their scientific disciplines. |
Letten Prize |
The Letten Foundation |
May |
A prize for young researchers working within the fields of health, environment, development and equality in all aspects of human life. Winner is awarded 2 million NOK (approx. 215000 EUR /260000 USD) |
Ilse & Helmut Wachter Award |
Ilse & Helmut-Wachter-Foundation of the Innsbruck Medical University |
May |
Scientific achievements in all fields of medicine – €15 000 |
RACI National Awards |
Royal Australian Chemical Institute |
June |
Awarded in five categories: Academia, Distinction, Education, Women in Chemistry and Young Scientists.Academia
Distinction
Education
Women in Chemistry
Young Chemists
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Eppendorf & Science Prize for Neurobiology |
Eppendorf |
June |
The international Eppendorf & Science Prize for Neurobiology is awarded annually to one young scientist for the most outstanding neurobiological research based on methods of molecular and cell biology conducted during the past three years - US $25,000 |
Victoria Prize for Science and Innovation |
Victoria State Government |
June |
Recognises leadership, determination and creativity, highlighting the many ways in which research and development of international significance are conducted in Victoria - $50,000 |
Victoria Fellowships |
Victoria State Government |
June |
Recognises the important role of innovation in Victoria's economic future and the need for Victorians to be skilled in science, technology, engineering and mathematics - $18,000 |
BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards |
BBVA Foundation |
June |
Awarded in basic sciences (physics, chemistry, mathematics), biology and biomedicine, information and communication technologies, ecology and conservation biology, climate change - €400 000 |
CSL Florey Medal |
Australian Institute of Policy and Science |
June |
Awarded to an Australian biomedical researcher for significant lifetime achievements in biomedical science and/or human health advancement for research conducted primarily in Australia - $50,000 |
2021 Australian of the Year Awards |
National Australia Day Council |
July |
Celebrates the contributions of those leading Australians who excel in their chosen field or who make outstanding achievements for the betterment of others. |
Queen Elizabeth Prize in Engineering |
The Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Foundation |
July |
Rewards and celebrates an individual (or up to five individuals) responsible for an innovation that has been of global benefit to humanity - £1 Million |
Metcalf Prizes for Stem Cell Research |
National Stem Cell Foundation of Australia |
July |
The National Stem Cell Foundation of Australia awards and celebrates two exceptional mid-career stem cell researchers with the Metcalf Prizes for Stem Cell Research. The prizes recognise and honour the exceptional contribution made to stem cell research by Emeritus Professor Donald Metcalf, AC, FRS, FAA. |
Millennium Technology Prize |
Technology Academy Finland |
July |
The Millennium Technology Prize is presented every two years and awarded for a technological breakthrough made anywhere in the world. The innovation shall help to solve the great challenges of humanity while also being environmentally sustainable - € 1 million |
Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize |
Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science and the World Health Organisation |
July |
The prize aims to honour individuals or organisations with outstanding achievements in the fields of medical research or medical services - 100 million Yen |
The Abel Prize |
The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters |
15 September annually - nominations received after this date are considered in the subsequent year. |
The Abel Prize recognizes outstanding scientific work in the field of mathematics, including mathematical aspects of computer science, mathematical physics, probability, numerical analysis and scientific computing, statistics, and also applications of mathematics in the sciences. - US $1 Million |
Lurie Prize in the Biomedical Sciences |
National Institutes of Health (FNIH) |
September |
Recognises outstanding achievements by young biomedical research scientists - US $100 000 |
Wolf Prize |
Wolf Foundation |
September |
Nomination to the wolf prize is by invitation only. Awarded to outstanding scientists for their achievements for the benefit of mankind in the following fields in 2021: Chemistry, Physics and Medicine - US $100,000 in each prize area |
Indigenous STEM Awards |
CSIRO |
September |
The Indigenous STEM Awards recognise, reward and celebrate the achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and scientists who are studying and working in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) field, as well as the integral role schools, teachers and mentors have in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in pursuing STEM education and careers. The awards also recognise the immense value of connecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with inspirational STEM role models, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous. |
InBev-Balliet Latour Health Prize |
InBev-Balliet Latour Foundation |
September |
The prize recognises outstanding scientific achievements in biomedical research for the benefit of human health - €250 000 |
Canada Gairdner International Awards |
Gairdner Foundation |
October |
The Canada Gairdner International Award recognizes outstanding researchers whose unique scientific contributions have increased the understanding of human biology and disease and contributed to the relief of human suffering - CN $100 000 |
The Danone International Prize for Alimentation |
Danone Institute |
October |
The purpose of the Danone International Prize for Alimentation is to encourage and support cutting edge, innovative and multidisciplinary scientific research in Alimentation - € 100 000 |
Heineken Prizes |
Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences |
October |
Awarding prizes for biochemistry and biophysics, medicine and environmental sciences - US $200,000 in each category. |
Dan David Award |
Dan David Foundation |
30 November 2020 |
Three prizes of one million US dollars each are granted annually in the fields chosen for the three time dimensions. The prizes are granted to individuals or institutions with proven, exceptional, distinct excellence in the sciences, arts, humanities, public service, and business, that have made and continue to make an outstanding contribution to humanity on the basis of merit, without discrimination of gender, race, religion, nationality, or political affiliation. |
IUPAC distinguished women in chemistry or chemical engineering |
International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry |
1 December 2020 |
The award acknowledges and promotes the work of women in chemistry/chemical engineering worldwide |
Gruber Prizes |
The Gruber Foundation |
15 December 2020 |
Honours individuals in the fields of cosmology, genetics and neuroscience, whose ground-breaking work provides new models that inspire and enable fundamental shifts in knowledge and culture - US $500 000 for each category |
Mahathir Science Award |
Mahathir Science Award Foundation and the Academy of Sciences Malaysia |
30 December 2020 |
Awarded to an individual or group in recognition of contributions and innovations towards solving problems in the tropics through Science, Technology and Innovation.The call for nominations is now open for the Tropical Agriculture and Tropical Architecture and Engineering categories - US $100,000 |
Kavli Prizes |
The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters |
December |
Kavli prizes acknowledge outstanding scientific achievements in Astrophysics, Nanoscience and Neuroscience – US $1 million |
Albert Einstein World Award of Science |
World Cultural Council |
December |
Recognises those who have accomplished scientific and technological achievements which have brought progress to science and benefit to mankind - US $10 000 |
José Vasconcelos Award |
World Cultural Council |
December |
Is granted to a renowned educator, an authority in the field of teaching, or to a legislator of education policies who has had a significant influence on the advancement in the scope of culture for mankind - US $10 000 |
Buys Ballot Medal |
The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences |
December (nominations received every 10 years, last awarded in 2014). Next nomination year is 2023. |
The Buys Ballot Medal was established to promote advancements in meteorology and is awarded once every 10 years. |
Fields Medal |
International Mathematical Union |
December (nominations received every four years, last awarded in 2018). Next nomination year 2021. |
The Fields Medal is awarded every four years on the occasion of the International Congress of Mathematicians to recognise outstanding mathematical achievement for existing work and for the promise of future achievement - US $15 000 |
The Benjamin Franklin Medal |
The Franklin Institute |
Rolling deadline |
Awarded across seven disciplines of science: chemistry, computer and cognitive science, Earth and environmental science, electrical engineering, life science, civil and mechanical engineering, and physics - US $250 000 |
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