Deadline: 30 June 2015
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seeking applications for UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea International prize for research in the life sciences. The purpose is to reward the projects and activities of an individual, individuals, institutions, other entities or non-governmental organizations for scientific research in the life sciences, which have led to improving the quality of human life.
Prize Information
- The UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea International Prize for Research in the Life consists of: a medal, a diploma, and a sum of USD 300,000.
- The Prize shall be funded by the Obiang Nguema Mbasogo foundation for the preservation of life and shall consist of payment of US $3 million, of which US $600,000 will be disbursed annually for the running costs of the prize. Any interest that may accrue will be added to the overall contribution.
- The full staff support and operating/management costs of the Prize, including all costs related to the award ceremony and public information activities, estimated at US $300,000 yearly shall be fully covered by the donor.
- The Prize of US $300,000 shall be awarded once a year, on an initial basis for five years. The Prize amount may be equally divided among a maximum of three laureates, each of which is considered to merit a prize.
Eligibility Information
- Candidates shall have made significant research contribution to the life sciences to enhance the quality of human life.
- The prizewinner(s), maximum three, shall be selected by the Director-General of UNESCO on the basis of the assessments and recommendations made to her by an international jury.
- UNESCO cannot accept applications from individuals.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted in English or in French and in 6 copies, and should include:
- the nomination form, duly completed (see attached form);
- a summary of the work/research, not to exceed 1000 words, including the results of the work/research;
- a description of the candidate’s contribution to the Prize’s objectives, not to exceed 1000 words,
- a curriculum vitae, including awards received, participation in conferences, symposia, congresses, including mode of presentations (oral/ poster / keynote speaker).
For more information, visit UNESCO.
