The BioInnovation Institute (BII) and AAAS/Science are seeking applications for the BioInnovation Institute & Science Prize for Innovation, an annual award recognizing researchers working at the intersection of life sciences and entrepreneurship.
The prize is designed for scientists who combine strong fundamental research with an interest in translating discoveries into products or solutions that can benefit people and the planet.
The prize is intended for early-career researchers who can demonstrate a journey from basic science to commercialization.
Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. within the last 10 years and hold a Ph.D., M.D., D.V.M., Pharm.D., or combination of these degrees at the time of entry.
Applicants submit an essay describing their journey from basic science to commercialization. The award recognizes researchers who have crossed disciplinary boundaries and connected outstanding basic science with potential marketplace applications.
Grand Prize
- $25,000 cash prize
- Five-year digital subscription to Science
- Winning essay published in Science, both in print and online
Finalist Prize
- $10,000 cash prize
- Five-year digital subscription to Science
- Essay published online in Science
Applications are due Nov. 1, 2026.
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