Call for Nominations: The VinFuture Prize 2026

Application Deadline: April 17 2026

The opening of the 2026 nomination season for the VinFuture Prize. This international award honors transformative scientific research and technological innovations that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and create meaningful change in people's daily lives.

Prize Categories:

• Grand Prize: USD 3,000,000 – For breakthrough research and inventions proven to better human life.
• Special Prize for Innovators from Developing Countries: USD 500,000 – Dedicated to researchers working in organizations within the global south.
• Special Prize for Women Innovators: USD 500,000 – Honoring outstanding female researchers and inventors.
• Special Prize for Emerging Fields: USD 500,000 – For outstanding achievements in non-traditional or interdisciplinary fields.

Important Requirements:

• Nomination Basis: No self-nominations are allowed. Reputable organizations (universities, academies, research institutes) and distinguished individuals are invited to submit nominations.
• Language: Nominations must be submitted in English.

We encourage our academic institutions to identify and nominate exceptional Arab researchers whose work has demonstrated significant real-world impact.

👉 Submit a Nomination via the VinFuture Portal: https://online.vinfutureprize.org/nomination/