The Brain Prize is currently the world’s largest prize for neuroscience and is awarded each year by the Lundbeck Foundation. The Brain Prize is awarded to one or more individuals who have distinguished themselves by making outstanding contributions in any area of neuroscience- from basic to clinical. Since it was first awarded in 2011 The Brain Prize has recognised 51 scientists from 11 different countries. You can find out more about The Brain Prize and read about previous recipients at: The Brain Prize
Recipients of The Brain Prize can be of any nationality and work in any country, but they must still be active in research, and they must be nominated by others. Winners of The Brain Prize are chosen from the pool of nominations by The Brain Prize selection committee (The Brain Prize selection committee | The Brain Prize). The winners are announced in March each year and they are presented with their medals by His Majesty, The King of Denmark at a Ceremony in Copenhagen in May or June of each year.
Everything you need to know about the nomination and selection process, including a link to our nomination portal can be found here: Nomination and selection process | The Brain Prize. Nominations for multiple individuals who have contributed to an achievement are strongly encouraged, and nominations of candidates from diverse backgrounds are warmly welcomed. You may also nominate colleagues from within your own institution or department.
All nominations submitted within the last five years will automatically be considered for the Brain Prize 2027. If you have submitted a nomination within the last five years but would like to submit additional nominations, you are welcome to do so.
The nomination window will close on 1st September 2026. The nomination form is short and straightforward to complete but please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I hope you will consider nominating a candidate for The Brain Prize 2027.