Call for Nominations: L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards 2027 – Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science

Nomination Deadline: June 30, 2026

About the Awards

The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards recognize outstanding women scientists who have made significant contributions to the advancement of scientific knowledge. The 2027 edition focuses on the fields of Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science. These awards are part of the broader L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science programme, which was launched in 1998 to celebrate women in science and promote gender equality in scientific research. Since its inception, the programme has awarded 142 endowments to exceptional women scientists from around the world.

Award Details

• Partners: UNESCO
• Amount per Endowment: €100,000
• Number of Endowments: Not specified in the call (historically, five laureates are selected annually one per world region)
• Initial Launch Date: 1998
• Total Endowments Awarded Since Launch: 142

Eligibility and Nomination Process

The awards are open to women scientists working in Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science. Nominations can be submitted by scientists, research institutions, or universities. Self-nominations are not accepted.

Key Dates:

• Start of Call for Nomination: April 6, 2026
• Closing of Call for Nomination: June 30, 2026
• Final Selection Date: December 31, 2026

Why These Awards Matter

Women remain underrepresented in Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Computer Science globally, particularly in leadership roles and in recognition systems such as major scientific awards. The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards address this gap by:

• Providing significant funding (€100,000 per laureate) to support continued research
• Offering international recognition to women scientists from all regions of the world
• Raising the visibility of women’s contributions to science
• Inspiring the next generation of women to pursue careers in science

For women scientists working in Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Computer Science, this award represents one of the most prestigious international recognitions available.

How to Nominate

To submit applications/nominations for this program, the call for application needs to be open and you must be logged in to your account. If you are unable to access the form once you are logged in, please refer to the “How do I apply for a program?” section of the FAQ.

Required Documents:

• Download the 2027 Rules and Regulations for Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science
• Download the 2027 Call for Nomination

Application Link: Click here to apply

For More Information: Visit the Official L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards Page