Eppendorf Award 2026 opens for young European investigators

Europe’s biomedical researchers can now apply for the Eppendorf Award for Young European Investigators. Since 1995, this prestigious annual award - worth €20,000 - has celebrated groundbreaking research and the next generation of scientific leaders across Europe.

Applicants must be under 35 and pursuing research in Europe, with an advanced degree in biomedical sciences. The application window runs from 1 October 2025 to 15 January 2026. 

An independent jury, chaired by Professor Laura Machesky of the University of Cambridge, will select the 2026 winner, continuing a tradition of recognising innovation, impact, and scientific excellence.

The award is presented in collaboration with Nature, highlighting the international significance of the achievements it celebrates. Past winners have gone on to make notable contributions to fields ranging from cell biology to translational medicine.

Click here for full details on eligibility, selection criteria, and past laureates, as well as to submit your application.  

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