Women In Science
Celebrating women whose research, leadership and mentorship are reshaping science across the African continent and beyond.
Annual recognition category
Categories
21 award categories
Candidates can apply, or be nominated, for one category per cycle. Former winners may reapply for a new category.
Eligibility
The same rules apply to every category
There is no separate eligibility list per field — the criteria below cover all categories.
Who can enter
- At least MSc. degree OR 4 years of experience in the chosen field.
- Candidates can apply OR be nominated for one category.
- Former winners may reapply for a new category of the awards.
How winners are chosen
- His/her scientific impact through scientific research.
- Scientific positions and achievements in his/her specialty.
- External postgraduate studies and the rate of his/her positive impact on his/her students and colleagues scientifically.
The full list
Every category
Bioinformatics Sciences
Awarded to scientists pushing the frontier of computational biology — from genomics pipelines to AI-driven biological discovery.
Annual recognition category
Animal Sciences
Recognizing excellence in animal health, zoonotic disease research and the One Health agenda — from clinical practice to public veterinary research.
Annual recognition category
Pharmaceuticals Sciences
Honoring research that advances drug discovery, formulation, pharmacology or clinical practice with measurable impact on patient outcomes and public health.
Annual recognition category
Biomedical Sciences
For researchers bridging biology and medicine — molecular, cellular and translational work that shapes the future of human health.
Annual recognition category
Medical Sciences
Recognizing clinicians and researchers whose work improves diagnosis, treatment and the practice of medicine.
Annual recognition category
Nursing Sciences
Honoring nurses and nurse-scientists whose practice, research and education advance patient care and health systems.
Annual recognition category
Science Communication
For those who make science accessible — journalists, writers, broadcasters and creators bringing rigorous science to wider audiences.
Annual recognition category
Microbiological Sciences
Celebrating discoveries across microbiology, virology and microbial ecology that expand our understanding of the unseen living world.
Annual recognition category
Environmental Sciences
Honoring work that strengthens environmental resilience, biodiversity and the sustainability of ecosystems we depend on.
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Science Rising Star Award
Spotlighting early-career scientists whose recent work shows exceptional originality and promise for long-term impact on the life sciences.
Annual recognition category
Chemical Sciences
Recognizing chemists whose research advances synthesis, analysis or the application of chemistry to real-world problems.
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Biotechnological Sciences
For researchers applying biological systems and engineering to deliver new tools, therapies and industrial breakthroughs.
Annual recognition category
Agricultural Sciences
Celebrating work that strengthens food security, sustainable agriculture and rural livelihoods across Africa and beyond.
Annual recognition category
The Impact
Recognizing a scientist or initiative whose work has created measurable, lasting impact on communities, policy or practice.
Annual recognition category
Neurosciences
Recognizing original contributions across molecular, cellular, systems and cognitive neuroscience.
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Science Animations
For creators using animation, illustration and visual storytelling to explain complex science with clarity and beauty.
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Food Sciences Award
Honoring scientists whose research advances food science, nutrition, food safety and food technology — from lab discoveries to real-world impact on what we eat.
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Industrial & Applied Sciences Award
Recognizing scientists and engineers whose applied research drives industrial innovation — translating discoveries into processes, products and technologies with real-world economic and societal impact.
Annual recognition category
The Best Lab Award
Honoring laboratories and research teams that demonstrate outstanding scientific output, collaboration and contribution to the life sciences across the African continent and beyond.
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Entrepreneurship in Science Award
Recognizing scientists and innovators who turn research into enterprises, products and services that create real-world impact, jobs and scientific progress.
Annual recognition category
Honouring
Awards are honorary, not financial
Every winner is honoured with a shield and a certificate of honor. There is no prize money.