Every two years, EDCTP awards four prestigious international prizes to recognise the achievements of outstanding researchers and research teams from sub-Saharan Africa and Europe. A call for nominations is now open with a deadline of 16 June 2023. The prizes will be awarded at a prize-giving ceremony at the Eleventh EDCTP Forum in Paris, France, from 7-10 November 2023.
The biennial EDCTP Prizes recognise outstanding individuals and research teams from Africa and Europe who have made significant achievements in their research field. Additionally, the awardees will have made major contributions to strengthening clinical research capacity in Africa and supporting South-South and North-South networking.
A call for nominations is now open and individuals are invited to apply with a deadline of Wednesday 16 June 2023 at 17:00 CEST/17:00 SAST/18:00 EAT/16:00 WAT.
Dr Pascoal Mocumbi Prize
The Dr Pascoal Mocumbi Prize, named after EDCTP’s first High Representative, is awarded to senior scientists, policy-makers or advocates for health and research, from anywhere in the world.
The prize consists of a recognition trophy and a cash prize of €50,000.
“I was truly humbled to receive the 2020 Pascoal Mocumbi Prize which I attributed to the hard work of teams and collaborators across continents. Winning the most prestigious EDCTP award gave my teams and collaborators immense pleasure and pride that our work was valued. It also enhanced my teams’ international profile and respect, and boosted morale and motivation, upholding our African-led south-south and south-north R&D partnerships at the highest level. This has attracted more talent and international collaborators with a multiplier effect.” – Professor Sir Alimuddin Zumla (Zambia/UK), winner of the 2020 Dr Pascoal Mocumbi prize
Contest information and nomination form
If you wish to nominate for the Dr Pascoal Mocumbi Prize, please consult the Prize information page.
Outstanding Female Scientist Prize
The Outstanding Female Scientist Prize is awarded to world-leading female scientists in sub-Saharan Africa working on HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and neglected infectious diseases.
The prize consists of a recognition trophy and a cash prize of €20,000.
“Winning this prestigious prize drew the attention of the international community and local organizations to my research and capacity-building effort. It attracted media attention in Ghana. The task forces and committees I served on made it a point to highlight the award and in recent times I have received several requests to serve on or chair a number of boards and committees. I am indeed grateful to EDCTP for the award and the exposure it has given me and to my colleagues who saw the potential in me and nominated me for the prize. I sure do feel like a star.” – Professor Margaret Gyapong, winner of the EDCTP 2020 Outstanding Female Scientist Prize
Contest information and nomination form
If you wish to nominate for the Outstanding Female Scientist Prize, please consult the Prize information page.
Scientific Leadership Prize
The Scientific Leadership Prize is awarded to excellent world-class scientists in sub-Saharan Africa up to 50 years of age working on HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and neglected infectious diseases.
The prize consists of a recognition trophy and a cash prize of €10,000.
“It was a real honour to be awarded the EDCTP Scientific Leadership Prize for 2020. The prize was a recognition of the hard work and dedication of each of the members of our research group and their contributions. The prize provided me with a unique opportunity to support the ongoing work of an emerging clinician scientist within our group who is investigating the pathogenesis of severe HIV-associated TB. I strongly encourage eligible colleagues to consider applying for this award in 2023.” – Prof. Graeme Meintjes, winner of the EDCTP 2020 Scientific Leadership Prize
Contest information and nomination form
If you wish to nominate for the Scientific Leadership Prize, please consult the Prize information page.
Outstanding Research Team Prize
The Outstanding Research Team Prize is awarded to outstanding research teams in sub-Saharan Africa and Europe working on HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and neglected infectious diseases.
The prize consists of a recognition trophy and a cash prize of €50,000.
“The prize was awarded to a multinational consortium of which the members have been working together for more than 10 years. It gave recognition not only to the lead institution or investigator, but to all staff members from all participating African and European partners. Such recognition is not given often enough but is very important to motivate and acknowledge the essential and high-level work performed by staff of all levels at each site.”- Prof. Gerhard Walzl, on behalf of the AE-TBC Consortium (winners of the 2020 Outstanding Research Team Prize)
Contest information and nomination form
If you wish to nominate for the Outstanding Research Team Prize, please consult the Prize information page.