Eppendorf Award 2027: Applications Open for Young Researchers in Europe

Researchers who hold a Ph.D., are no older than 35 at the time of application and conduct their research in Europe are eligible to apply. The application deadline is January 15, 2027: www.eppendorf.com/award/application.

The award recognizes research in molecular, cellular, systems, or organismal biology, as well as innovative analytical concepts. The award ceremony will take place at the EMBL Advanced Training Centre in Heidelberg, Germany.

The potential of award-winning research to shape the future is demonstrated by the 2026 award recipient, Dr. Martin Pačesa. He received the award for his work on AI-assisted de novo design of functional protein binders.

The recipient of the 2027 Eppendorf Award will be selected by an independent jury chaired by Laura Machesky of the University of Cambridge, UK. Information on eligibility requirements, the selection process, and how to apply is available at www.eppendorf.com/award.