Nomination.
The international Heinrich Wieland Prize honours distinguished scientists worldwide for their groundbreaking research in the chemistry, biochemistry, and physiology of biologically active molecules and systems, as well as their clinical importance.
Anyone can submit a nomination for the award. The foundation particularly welcomes nominations of female scientists and individuals from underrepresented groups. Self-nominations or direct applications for the prize are not permitted.
The nomination period begins in March and ends on 1 June of the year preceding the award.
How to nominate
For your nomination to be considered, it must include (in English):
- Laudation summarizing the achievements of the candidate (on official letterhead and signed): Start with a short citation (30 words or less) that highlights the key discoveries or accomplishments that qualitfy the candidate for the Heinrich Wieland Prize. Then describe the candidate's achievements and their broader impact concisely on no more than 2 pages. Include specific references at appropriate places.
- Provide the name(s) - if any - of other major contributor(s) to the work described in the laudation or potential co-nominees for the prize. Explain their individual contributions in relation to the nominee's achievements.
- List of five key publications over the last ten years.
- CV.
- Complete bibliography.