Frontiers Planet Prize: webinar on how to get involved and nominate for the next edition

The International Science Council is proud to partner with the Frontiers Planet Prize in recognizing and rewarding exceptional scientists working in sustainability science. 

Frontiers Research Foundation has launched the Planet Prize to recognize and reward exceptional scientists. Three prizes worth a total of CHF 3 million (~USD $3.2m) are awarded each edition to the world’s most innovative sustainability scientists who are able to offer globally scalable solutions which protect and restore planetary health. All domains of science are considered.

We invite you and your networks to join our information session providing more information on the overall mission and objectives of the Planet Prize, the eligibility criteria for scientists, the mechanics of the Prize and the role of the ISC in engaging its Members around this scientific competition.

Online information session on 25 June 2025

The online information session was led by Jean-Claude Burgelman (Frontiers Planet Prize Director), Gilbert De Gregorio, (Frontiers Planet Prize Associate Director), and Salvatore Aricò, with contributions from Prof. Zahra Kalantari, the 2025 Frontiers Planet Prize National Champion for Sweden.

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Agenda

1. Background on the Prize and its mission

• Why the Prize was created and its impact on global research
• Key focus areas and thematic priorities
• Success stories from past winners

2. Prize Details: eligibility, application, selection process

• Eligibility Criteria (Who can apply? Institutional requirements, research focus areas)
• Application Process (timeline and key deadline, submission guidelines, required documentation)
• Selection Process (Criteria for evaluation, how the winners are chosen)
• Next steps for scientists and institutions.