- Africa and the Arab States
- Asia and the Pacific
- Europe
- Latin America and the Caribbean
- North America
Since its launch in 1998, the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Program has recognized 137 eminent women and supported over 4,500 young researchers from more than 140 countries and territories. Notably, seven former laureates have received Nobel Prizes, emphasizing the program’s influential role in promoting scientific excellence among women.
Key Details
- Application Deadline: July 4, 2025
- Result Announcement Dates: December 9, 2025 (final selection of candidates)
- International Awards Ceremony: June 2026 (exact date to be confirmed)
- Funding Type: Award
- Host Institution: Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO
- Eligible Countries: All countries within the specified regions
- Eligible Gender: Female
- Target Group: Talented women scientists
- Focus Area: Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Computer Science
- Number of Opportunities: Five awards (one for each region)
- Program Language: English
- Host Country: France
Award:
Each laureate will be awarded €100,000 during the International Awards Ceremony scheduled for June 2026 in Paris (date to be confirmed).
Why Nominate?
Empower women in science by recognizing their groundbreaking contributions and helping shape a better world. This is your chance to promote gender equality and scientific innovation on a global stage.
Eligibility Criteria
- Recognized for scientific excellence by the international scientific community
- Actively engaged in scientific research
- Working in any area of Life and Environmental Sciences
- Working in their current region for at least 10 years (nationality is not a requirement)
Selection Criteria
- Outstanding contributions to the advancement of science
- Scientific impact through publications, presentations, patents, etc.
- Peer recognition and scientific influence
- Commitment to education, mentorship, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals
How to Nominate
Submit nominations through the official For Women in Science platform:
You can nominate multiple candidates or re-nominate by updating previous applications.
Deadline: July 4th, 2025 (France GMT/UTC +2)
Only complete submissions made through the platform before the deadline will be considered.
