Applications are now open for the prestigious NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award, which recognizes and celebrates the achievements of early-career M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. scientists who have conducted groundbreaking research that connects the social and life sciences. This award is a testament to the importance of interdisciplinary research and its potential to bring about positive change in our world.
The NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award is a joint effort between the NOMIS Foundation and the journal Science, two organizations that are committed to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration. The award was established in 2019 and has since recognized the outstanding work of young researchers who have made significant contributions to the fields of social and life sciences.
The award is open to young scientists from all around the world who have completed their M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. within the past five years. Applicants must have conducted research that bridges the gap between the social and life sciences, exploring the complex interactions between human behavior and biological processes. This could include topics such as the impact of social factors on health and disease, the role of genetics in shaping social behavior, or the influence of culture on brain development.
The winner of the NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award will receive a prize of $30,000 USD, as well as the opportunity to publish their research in Science and present their work at the annual NOMIS Distinguished Scientist Award ceremony. In addition, the winner will become part of a growing network of young scientists who are dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research and making a positive impact in their respective fields.
The award not only recognizes the achievements of the winner but also serves as a platform to promote and encourage interdisciplinary research among young scientists. It highlights the importance of collaboration between different disciplines and the potential for groundbreaking discoveries when these fields come together.
The previous winners of the NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award have all conducted groundbreaking research that has had a significant impact on their respective fields. In 2019, Dr. Eleanor Coffey, a neuroscientist from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, was recognized for her work on the role of the brain’s immune system in neurodegenerative diseases. In 2020, Dr. Janelle Ayres, a microbiologist from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in the United States, was awarded for her research on the role of the microbiome in regulating the immune system.
The call for applications for this year’s award is now open and young scientists are encouraged to submit their research for consideration. The deadline for applications is October 15, 2021, and the winner will be announced in early 2022.
The NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award is not only a prestigious recognition of a young scientist’s achievements but also a platform for them to showcase their work to a wider audience. It provides a unique opportunity for young researchers to gain exposure and recognition for their work, which can often be a challenge in the early stages of their career.
In addition to the award, the NOMIS Foundation and Science are committed to supporting and promoting interdisciplinary research through various initiatives and collaborations. This includes the NOMIS Distinguished Scientist Award, which recognizes established scientists who have made significant contributions to interdisciplinary research, and the Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists, which rewards young researchers for their outstanding doctoral thesis work.
The NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award is a testament to the importance of interdisciplinary research and its potential to bring about positive change in our world. It is a call to young scientists to continue pushing the boundaries of traditional disciplines and to collaborate with others to find innovative solutions to complex problems.
We encourage all eligible young scientists to apply for this prestigious award and showcase their groundbreaking research. Let us celebrate the achievements of these young explorers and their dedication to advancing interdisciplinary research. Together, we can pave the way for a brighter and more interconnected future.
