Nomination procedure launched for Marcel Benoist Swiss Science Prize
The Swiss Science Prize Marcel Benoist is awarded each year to a scientist based in Switzerland who has achieved an outstanding scientific discovery or innovation in any field. The prize recognises the work of established scientists with a strong track record of achievement and the potential to continue to make major contributions to their field.
The prize is worth CHF 250,000 and is awarded by the Marcel Benoist Foundation. The foundation was established in 1920 by the Swiss industrialist Marcel Benoist, who was a strong believer in the importance of science and technology.
The nomination procedure for the 2025 prize is now open. Nominations can be submitted by universities, research institutes, and other scientific organisations in Switzerland. The deadline for nominations is 15 March 2025.
A jury of experts will review the nominations and select a shortlist of candidates. The jury will then interview the shortlisted candidates and select the winner. The winner will be announced in June 2025.
The Marcel Benoist Swiss Science Prize is one of the most prestigious scientific awards in Switzerland. It is a recognition of the outstanding achievements of Swiss scientists and their contributions to the advancement of science and technology.
Past winners of the prize include: – Albert Einstein (1921) – Wolfgang Pauli (1940) – Charles Eugene Guye (1947) – Leopold Ružička (1949) – Tadeus Reichstein (1958) – Rolf Zinkernagel (1996) – Michel Mayor (2005) – Jacques Dubochet (2016)
The Marcel Benoist Swiss Science Prize is a testament to the strength of Swiss science and technology. It is an inspiration to young scientists and a reminder of the importance of scientific research.
Nomination procedure launched for Marcel Benoist Swiss Science Prize
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