Letten Prize 2025: Applications are now open

Applications are now open for the prestigious Letten Prize 2025, welcoming young researchers under 45 whose work addresses critical global challenges in health, development and environmental sustainability. The Letten Prize, jointly established by the Letten Foundation and the Young Academy of Norway, is awarded since 2018 and celebrates significant interdisciplinary research with societal impact, awarding a prize of 2.5 million NOK (approx. 240,000 EUR / 235,000 USD).

The Letten Prize recognizes exceptional contributions across disciplines, encouraging researchers whose work impacts international communities and advances knowledge across borders. Notably, the prize is distributed with 25% allocated for personal use and 75% designated for further research efforts. Additionally, the awardee will have the honour of delivering the “Letten Lecture” at the prize ceremony in Oslo in September 2025.

Eligible candidates are invited to apply or share this opportunity with peers who meet the criteria. Applicants should demonstrate significant achievements in interdisciplinary or international research, with a commitment to public dissemination of knowledge. The Letten Prize Committee particularly encourages applications from women and minorities.

Key Application Details:

• Eligibility: Researchers under 45 years of age by 2025, conducting work in health, development or environmental fields.
• Application Deadline: 6 February 2025.
• Award Announcement: April 2025.
• Award Ceremony: September 2025, Oslo.

For application criteria, guidelines, and to submit your application, please read here.