Young Investigator Award
The Microorganisms Young Investigator Award was established in 2023 to acknowledge the achievements of young investigators in the field of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms, viruses, and prions. Nominations will be accepted from May through December each year, with winners notified by the end of March the following year.
The Prize:
− CHF 2000 (Swiss Francs) for the Primary Awardee; CHF 1000 (Swiss Francs) for the two Runner-up Awardees;
− Option to publish one paper free of charge in Microorganisms after peer review before the end of 2025;
− An electronic certificate.
Number of Winners: 3
Winner announcement: 31 March 2025
Eligibility and Requirements
– Must have received their PhD no more than 10 years prior to 31 December 2024;
– Must have produced ground-breaking research and made a significant contribution to the advancement of Microorganisms and sustainable development;
– Candidates must be nominated by senior scientists.
List of Documents for Application
– Detailed curriculum vitae, including an updated publication list and a list of the researcher’s own research grants;
– Scanned copy of the doctorate certificate;
– Signed nomination letters from two established senior scientists.
Winner
Winner
Award Committee