Nominations for L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Awards
Crystal Tinch American Astronomical Society (AAS)
Created in 1998, the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards program identifies and supports eminent women in science throughout the world. Each year, five Awards Laureates are recognized for their contributions to the advancement of science, in Life or Physical Sciences in alternating years.
The 2017 edition of the Awards will designate five outstanding scientific researchers in the Physical Sciences, working in one of each of the following regions: Africa & the Arab States, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, North America. Each of the five Laureates will receive an award of €100,000.
Scientists around the world are invited to submit candidates for the L’Oréal-UNESCO Awards For Women in Science. To be considered eligible for an award, it is necessary to be nominated in writing by an eminent scientist. Nominations can only be submitted electronically through the online platform. This online registration platform will enable you to nominate candidates for the international awards or to participate in the different selection processes.
The call for nominations is open until 20 June 2016.