Online applications are invited for the Nature Awards Inspiring Women in Science 2025. The application deadline is April 9, 2025!
The Inspiring Women in Science awards recognize and honor the achievements of women in science, as well as individuals and organizations dedicated to encouraging girls and young women to pursue and remain in STEM fields worldwide.
The awards seek initiatives that have either:
Applications are welcomed from organizations, departments, individuals (of any gender), or project teams. Each submission should nominate one spokesperson to serve as the point of contact and represent the winning entry at the award ceremony.
Eligible entries will demonstrate exceptional vision, insight, and/or creativity, and showcase efforts that encourage, support, or promote the interests of girls and women in STEM. Applications that include interdisciplinary components are also encouraged.
The awards are seeking applicants who have made exceptional, measurable contributions to scientific discovery and may have overcome significant personal or professional challenges.
To be eligible, applicants must hold a PhD, medical degree (MD), or another doctorate by dissertation obtained within the last 10 years. This 10-year window may be extended for maternity leave or other relevant absences, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis during the application process.
Applicants must hold a non-tenured position at the time of application. The awards are open to those working in STEM fields, with a particular interest in applications that include interdisciplinary components.
Applications will be assessed by our panel based on the following criteria:
The winners of the Nature Awards for Inspiring Women in Science will receive:
The runners up will receive:
The shortlisted applicants will:
Interested candidates can directly apply through this link.
The application deadline is April 9, 2025!
