Women’s Impact Award 2026: Global Call for Women Researchers Driving Scientific Excellence and Societal Impact

The Women’s Impact Award 2026 is a prestigious global recognition aimed at celebrating outstanding women researchers whose work combines scientific excellence with measurable societal impact. This award is part of the broader Global Call for Science Breakthroughs 2026, highlighting transformative research that addresses pressing global challenges while promoting equity, inclusion, and sustainable development.

This initiative recognizes women and gender-diverse researchers who are advancing scientific knowledge and applying their research to create tangible, real-world change. It is an opportunity for leading scientists to gain international recognition and contribute to shaping a more equitable future.

Applicants must be at the postdoctoral level or above, or have an equivalent level of professional independence and responsibility. The award is open to cisgender women, transgender women, genderqueer individuals, and non-binary individuals. All applications must be submitted in English and must demonstrate active engagement in a research project at the time of submission.