Nominations are now open for the Kavli Prize, awarded in the fields of Astrophysics, Nanoscience, and Neuroscience.
The Kavli Prize celebrates breakthrough science and the diverse perspectives that make it possible. The organisers encourage nominators to consider the full breadth of the scientific enterprise—including gender, race, ethnicity, geographic region, and institutional diversity—when submitting nominations.
Categories
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Kavli Prize in Astrophysics
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Kavli Prize in Nanoscience
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Kavli Prize in Neuroscience
Award
Each prize includes a $1 million award, presented directly to the laureates.
Eligibility
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Anyone may submit a nomination, except self-nominations.
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Multiple nominations for different breakthroughs are welcome.
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Up to three individuals can be jointly nominated for related contributions.
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Nominees must be living.
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Nominations remain active for two additional prize cycles (four years), with the option for nominators to update and resubmit during future calls.
Nomination Requirements
A complete nomination must include:
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A CV of the nominee(s)
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A nomination letter describing the breakthrough
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A statement on the impact of the nominee(s)
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Optional letters of reference
All documents must be in English.
Apply here.
Deadline: October 1, 2025
Nominations are open for the Kavli Prize, which honors outstanding achievements in the fields of Astrophysics, Nanoscience, and Neuroscience. The prize acknowledges breakthrough contributions to science and promotes diversity in terms of gender, race, ethnicity, geography, and institutions. Each prize comprises a $1 million award given to the laureates.
Eligible nominators can submit proposals, excluding self-nominations, and nominate multiple breakthroughs or up to three individuals for joint contributions. Nominees must be alive, and nominations stay active for two additional cycles, allowing updates for future calls.
To submit a complete nomination, include a CV of the nominee(s), a nomination letter outlining the breakthrough, a statement on the impact, and optional reference letters. All documents should be in English. The deadline for nominations is October 1, 2025. Applications can be submitted through the Kavli Prize website.
