Nominations are now open for the Virchow Prize for Global Health, a prestigious international award recognizing individuals and organizations who have made significant strides in health equity, innovation, and sustainability.
The Virchow Foundation is officially inviting nominations for the 2026 Virchow Prize for Global Health. This prestigious international award recognizes outstanding achievements that address the complex health challenges of our time, particularly those aligned with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Award: €500,000
- Eligibility: Global (including the Arab region); individuals or organizations.
- Deadline: February 28, 2026.
- Note: Self-nominations are not accepted; submissions must be made by qualified nominators (e.g., university leaders, scientific academies, or senior health officials).
If you know a deserving candidate, we encourage you to coordinate with a qualified nominator to ensure their work receives the global recognition it deserves.
Full details on the nomination process, criteria, and forms can be found at: https://virchowprize.org/nominations/