Else Kröner Fresenius Prize for Medical Research
International Research Award to enable breakthroughs in biomedical research, endowed with 2.5 million euros.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
The international award aims to enable breakthroughs in biomedical research and honors researchers who have made significant scientific contributions and whose work is expected to yield groundbreaking results in the future.
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
Funding requirements
- Previous scientific achievements in the field of biomedical research
- Expectation of groundbreaking future results
Evaluation criteria
- Scientific excellence
- Innovation potential of the research
- Relevance for biomedical breakthroughs
Description
The Else Kröner Fresenius Foundation awards the Else Kröner Fresenius Prize for Medical Research, one of the most highly endowed honors in the field of biomedical research. With a funding amount of 2.5 million euros, this international prize recognizes scientists who have already made significant contributions in their field and whose work holds the potential to achieve future breakthroughs. The award is presented in alternating, particularly promising areas of biomedicine to further advance highly innovative projects and to provide new impetus for the investigation of causes, diagnostics, and therapies of diseases.
In the selection process, alongside scientific excellence, the innovation potential and relevance for groundbreaking developments are the primary focus. Participants must demonstrate that their previous research has achieved substantial progress and serves as a guide for future biomedical research. The prize is aimed at outstanding individuals from the EU who have already gained international recognition through their publications and projects. Without fixed application deadlines, this award allows for continuous recognition of excellent scientists and thus makes a decisive contribution to promoting ideas that connect health and societal progress.
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