Here you will find a list of relevant funding programs and deadlines for researchers in the field of materials science. If you have specific questions about funding or submissions, please contact the Research and Innovation Service. No guarantee is made as to the accuracy, currency, or completeness of the information provided. As of May 21, 2026.
Research funding calls and awards for staff
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Marshall Plan Scholarship
Bilateral (Austria - USA)Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation
Deadline30.10.2026
Funding amountAt least EUR 3,000, up to EUR 10,000 (3-5 months)
Success rate~ 40-50% (depending on contingents of the home institution)
Effort2/5 - Manageable
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PhD, Master student:in
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Master's students and doctoral candidates (technical subjects)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Mobility grant (research stay in the USA)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% (scholarship)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Stay must take place at a US partner university or host university
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
Christian Doppler Laboratories (CD Laboratories)
National (Austria)CDG - Christian Doppler Research Association
DeadlineOngoing possible (submission at any time)
Funding amountapprox. EUR 750,000 per year (max. 50-60% public share), term max. 7 years.
Success rate~ 40-50% (after pre-testing and company assurance)
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Outstanding scientists in cooperation with corporate partners
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Application-oriented basic research
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
50% public (60% for SMEs), 50% industry
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Research question must be relevant for participating companies, but remain basic research
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (50% of the costs through company partners)
EIC Pathfinder
EUEIC - European Innovation Council (Horizon Europe)
Deadline28.10.2026
Funding amountUp to EUR 3 million (Open) or EUR 4 million (Challenges)
Success rate~ 5-10%
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Consortia (universities, RTOs, start-ups)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Radical innovation, deep tech, early stage
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100%
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Focus on visionary, high-risk and disruptive technologies with high breakthrough potential
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
ERC Consolidator Grant
EU (Europe-wide)ERC - European Research Council (Horizon Europe)
DeadlineAnnually (deadline usually in winter/spring according to ERC Work Program)
Funding amountUp to EUR 2 million (possibly +1 million) for max. 5 years
Success rate~ 12-15%
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Established researchers (7-12 years after doctorate)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Excellence in basic research
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100%
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
ERC Proof of Concept Grant (ERC-2026-PoC)
EU (Europe-wide)ERC - European Research Council (Horizon Europe)
Deadline17.09.2026
Funding amountEUR 150,000, term 18 months
Success rateCall-dependent (see ERC result lists per deadline)
Effort3/5 - Funds
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Principal Investigators with ERC main grant (Starting, Consolidator, Advanced or Synergy)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Utilization / innovation transfer from ERC basic research (proof of concept)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% (lump sum funding)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
2-5 (validation, proof of concept, early utilization)
Only for existing ERC grant holders; only one submission per PI per call; max. 3 PoC grants per main project (max. 6 for Synergy).
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
ERC Starting Grant
EU (Europe-wide)ERC - European Research Council (Horizon Europe)
DeadlineAnnually (deadline usually in fall according to ERC Work Program)
Funding amountUp to EUR 1.5 million (possibly EUR +1 million start-up) for max. 5 years
Success rate~ 10-15%
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Junior researchers (2-7 years after doctorate)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Excellence in basic research (frontier research)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100%
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
Digital Europe Program - European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIH)
EU-wideEuropean Commission
DeadlineCall-dependent (mostly annual/biennial)
Funding amountProgram and call-dependent; institutional hub funding
Success rate~ 10-15%
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor, Administration/Innovation Management
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Primarily selected or nominated European Digital Innovation Hubs and their consortia
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Digitization of SMEs, technology transfer
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
Call-dependent as part of the Digital Europe Program
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Non-traditional individual call for researchers; focus on hub structures and regional implementation
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (the aim is adoption by SMEs)
Horizon Europe - Cluster 4 (Digital, Industry and Space)
EU / WorldwideEuropean Commission
Deadline15.09.2026
Funding amountSeveral million EUR per project
Success rate~ 5-15% (extremely competitive at EU level)
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
International consortia (universities, SMEs, industry)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Applied research, innovation (Destination 1/2: Climate neutral, circular and digitized production, Increased autonomy in key strategic value chains for resilient industry)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% for Universities (RIA/IA/CSA)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Consortium of at least 3 partners from 3 different EU countries/associates
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Often yes (SME/industry participation essential for impact)
Horizon Europe - Cluster 5 (Climate, Energy and Mobility)
EU / WorldwideEuropean Commission
Deadline15.09.2026
Funding amountSeveral million EUR per project
Success rate~ 5-15% (varies greatly depending on the topic)
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
International consortia (universities, research institutions, SMEs, industry, public actors)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Applied research, innovation (climate, energy and mobility)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% for universities (depending on instrument type according to Horizon Europe rules)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Consortium of at least 3 independent partners from 3 different EU Member States/associated countries; thematic fit with the respective destination call required
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Often yes (industry/user partners are usually essential for impact)
Horizon Europe - Cluster 4: Digital, Industry and Space (Circular Cities and Regions)
EU-wideEuropean Commission (Horizon Europe)
DeadlineAnnual (mostly fall)
Funding amountTypical for Cluster 4 projects: EUR 5-10M total
Success rate~ 15%
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor, PostDoc
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Consortia from industry and science
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Industry and technology-oriented research
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
For universities 100% of the costs
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Work program specific: 'Circular Cities and Regions', 'AI in Manufacturing' etc.
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (industry is usually mandatory in the consortium structure)
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) - COFUND
EU / InternationalEuropean Commission (Horizon Europe)
Deadline06.04.2027
Funding amountIndicative call budget EUR 51.25 million (TBC)
Success rateCall-dependent
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Individual applicant organizations (universities, research organizations, funding agencies, authorities) for the implementation of structured doctoral or postdoctoral programs
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Co-financing of regional, national and international programs (doctoral and postdoctoral)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
Call-specific via lump sums (allowance per researcher month)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Application by a single legal entity; program must implement international, intersectoral and interdisciplinary mobility as well as excellent training/supervision standards
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No (optional via program design/partnerships)
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) - Doctoral Networks
EU / InternationalEuropean Commission (Horizon Europe)
Deadline24.11.2026
Funding amountFinancial coverage of 10-15 PhD positions per network (duration 4 years)
Success rate~ 10-15% (extremely competitive)
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor, PhD
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Consortia (universities, industry) for the recruitment of PhDs
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Structured doctoral training (European Joint Doctorates/Industrial Doctorates)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% (unit costs for salary, research, management)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Mobility rule for the recruited PhDs (must not have lived in the same country)
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (mandatory for Industrial Doctorates, otherwise optional but recommended)
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) - Postdoctoral Fellowships
EU / Worldwide (Global Fellowships)European Commission (Horizon Europe)
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Postdocs (max. 8 years after doctorate)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Career development, mobility, basic & applied research
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% (flat rates)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Mobility rule: Must not have been in the destination country for more than 12 months in the last 3 years
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No (but secondments with companies are a plus)
EIT RawMaterials
European innovation ecosystemEuropean Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT) RawMaterials
Deadline24.06.2026
Funding amountProjects with 50k-2M EUR
Success rate~ 20-30%
Effort4/5 - High
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor, PostDoc, Start-up/Spin-out
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Focus on three main areas: Raw material extraction, recycling, substitution
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (mandatory for most programs)
BRIDGE
National (Austria)FFG - Austrian Research Promotion Agency
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Consortia of at least 1 scientific (e.g. University of Leoben) and at least 1 commercial partner
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Knowledge transfer, closing gaps in basic and application-oriented research
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
Max. 80% for universities
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
3-5 (Bridging the gap between basics and application)
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (cash/in-kind of the companies mandatory)
COMET Centers (K1) - Competence Centers for Excellent Technologies
National (Austria) with internat. partnersFFG - Austrian Research Promotion Agency
Deadline13.10.2026
Funding amountup to EUR 1.5 million/year (federal government) + state share, term up to 8 years
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Consortia from science and industry
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Cutting-edge research, cooperation between science and industry (centers & projects)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
Public approx. 45-55%, remainder by industry and science
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Centers (K1) or projects must have a strategic focus
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (core requirement)
COMET projects
National (Austria)FFG - Austrian Research Promotion Agency
Deadline13.10.2026
Funding amountTender-dependent within the COMET funding logic
Success rate~ 20-30% (very competitive, but more predictable than K1 centers)
Effort4/5 - High
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Consortia of science and at least 3 corporate partners
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Cooperative cutting-edge research (more compact than centers)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
In accordance with COMET regulations (public funds + substantial company participation)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Cooperative COMET formats with mandatory participation of science and companies (details per call)
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (at least 45% of the costs must be borne by the company partners)
FFG - Basic program
National (Austria)FFG - Austrian Research Promotion Agency
Deadline31.12.2026
Funding amountProject-dependent; grant and/or loan
Success rate~ 50-60% (very good with formal fit)
Effort3/5 - Medium
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Companies in cooperation with science
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Applied research, experimental development
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
Depending on company size/project type; research institutions typically as partners or subcontractors
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Topics open, but company focus; University of Leoben acts as scientific partner/contractor
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (company drives the project)
Resource turnaround 2026 (successor Production of the future)
National (Austria)FFG - Austrian Research Promotion Agency
Deadline17.09.2026
Funding amountEUR 100,000 to 3.5 million (depending on the instrument: cooperative up to 1.5M...
Success rate~ 20-30%
Effort4/5 - High
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Research institutions, companies, consortia
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Applied research (specifically materials science, production technology, circular economy)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
Universities 80-100%, companies 35-60%
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Mostly consortia from science and industry required
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (company partners in the consortium often mandatory)
Spin-off Fellowship
National (Austria)FFG - Austrian Research Promotion Agency
DeadlineNew tender expected from the end of 2026 / beginning of 2027
Funding amountMax. EUR 500,000 for max. 18 months
Success rate~ 20-30%
Effort3/5 - Resources
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PhD, PostDoc
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Researchers (postdocs, PhDs) at universities who want to found a company
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Knowledge transfer, business start-ups from the university
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100%
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Fellow may not work in the existing company during the Fellowship
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
doc.funds (incl. doc.funds.connect)
National (Austria)FWF - The Austrian Science Fund
DeadlineNew tender (Call 10) expected at the end of 2026 / beginning of 2027
Funding amountPersonnel costs for 5 to 10 doctoral students, maximum duration 48 months
Success rate~ 15-20%
Effort4/5 - High
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Groups of highly qualified scientists
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Structured doctoral programs
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100%
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Funding for existing structured doctoral programs; no additional funding for ongoing DK/doc.funds/doc.funds.connect projects
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Funding amountPersonnel costs PI + funds (EUR 45,000; with cost plan up to EUR 75,000), term 36...
Success rate~ 30%
Effort3/5 - funds
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Postdocs in the early career phase
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Basic research (promotion of young talent, career development)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100%
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Career program with program-specific time window after the doctorate; no parallel submission in FWF career programs
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
excellent=austria - Clusters of Excellence
National (Austria-wide networks)FWF - The Austrian Science Fund
DeadlineCurrently no open call (next call not expected before 2027/28)
Funding amountUp to EUR 7 million per year, term 5 years
Success rate< 10% (The absolute supreme discipline, only a few per country)
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Excellent scientists (consortia from at least 3 universities/research institutions)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Basic research (absolute world leader, cross-institutional)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
60% FWF, 40% universities
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Headed by a Director of Research, 60% FWF / 40% university funds
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No (but 40% equity participation of the participating universities is mandatory)
excellent=austria - Emerging Fields
National (Austria)FWF - The Austrian Science Fund
DeadlineCurrently no open call (results of the 2nd round to be announced in March 2026)
Funding amountEUR 3 to 6 million in total, term 5 years
Success rate~ 10%
Effort5/5 - Very high
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Teams of 3 to 7 excellent researchers
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Radically new basic research (disruptive, high risk)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% (for research institutions)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
At least 2 different Austrian research institutions must be involved
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
FWF-ASTRA awards (successor to the START program)
National (Austria)FWF - The Austrian Science Fund
DeadlineCall-dependent according to the current FWF call for proposals
Funding amountEUR 500,000 to EUR 1 million per award (plus up to EUR 200,000 tenure package for...
Success rate< 10% (very competitive)
Effort4/5 - High
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Excellent advanced postdocs in the early independent phase
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Promotion of excellence in basic research (establishment of own working groups)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100%
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Successor program to the START new grants; highly competitive selection process with international jury
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
Individual projects (FWF)
National (Austria)FWF - The Austrian Science Fund
DeadlineOngoing submission (via FWF portal elane)
Funding amountProject-dependent; term up to 48 months
Success rate~ 25-30%
Effort3/5 - Medium
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Researchers with a completed doctorate (postdoc to senior PI)
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Basic research (open-topic, ideal for materials science, physics, plastics technology, mechanics)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% (for research institutions)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Implementation at an Austrian research institution; open topic, no company co-financing required
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
M-ERA.NET (transnational call)
InternationalM-ERA.NET (transnational network; national processing in AT via FFG)
Deadline18.11.2026
Funding amountDepending on national funding agency
Success rate~ 15-25%
Effort4/5 - High
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PostDoc, Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Research institutions, universities, SMEs and companies
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
International cooperation projects (raw materials, materials, circular economy)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
Variable depending on FFG conditions, usually approx. 80-100% for universities
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Transnational consortia with partners from participating countries; national funding rules also apply (in Austria usually via the FFG).
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Often desired depending on national rules
Marietta Blau Scholarship
International (stay abroad)OeAD - Agency for Education and Internationalization
Deadline01.09.2026
Funding amountMonthly scholarship installment plus mobility/foreign grants
Success rate~ 30-40%
Effort2/5 - Clear
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PhD
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Doctoral candidates
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Mobility grant to optimize the dissertation
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% (scholarship/grant)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Research stay abroad (not in the country of first citizenship). IMPORTANT: Program will be discontinued - last date 01.09.2026!
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
SFG Styria! bonus - additional funding for R&D projects
Regional (Styria)SFG - Styrian Business Promotion Agency
DeadlineOngoing via the FFG basic program (no separate fixed SFG deadline).
Funding amountSFG increases the FFG loan amount by 20% (Styria!Bonus)
Success rateDependent on FFG basic program approval
Effort2/5 - Manageable
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
Professor
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Styrian companies with approved FFG basic program project
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Additional funding for FFG basic program projects (experimental development)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
Additional funding: +20% on FFG loans (according to Styria! bonus rules)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Electronic submission in the FFG basic program; if the FFG project is eligible for funding, the Styria! bonus is automatically applied for/processed at the same time.
Only in combination with the FFG basic program; primarily for Styrian companies (no separate funding call for pure research institutions).
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
Yes (company project in the FFG basic program required)
DOC Scholarship (ÖAW)
National (Austria)ÖAW - Austrian Academy of Sciences
Deadline15.09.2026
Funding amountEUR 38,000 per year (for 24 to 36 months) plus travel allowance
Success rate~ 15-20% (very competitive)
Effort3/5 - Medium
Career stageCareer stageWhich career stages fit best. Multiple values mean the program is open to several profiles (e.g. PostDoc and Professor).
PhD
Target groupTarget groupWho is addressed in terms of content/organization (e.g. single PI, consortium, doctoral candidates, companies with university partner).
Doctoral candidates
TypeTypeInstrument type, e.g. basic research, mobility, transfer, collaborative project or structural program.
Basic research (open topic)
Funding rateFunding rateShare of eligible project costs covered by funding. Important for own-funds demand and budget planning.
100% (scholarship)
TRLTRLTRL (Technology Readiness Level): 1-3 basic research, 4-6 validation/prototype, 7-9 demonstration to application. Helps match project maturity.
Completion of the Master's/Diploma program max. 2 years before the submission deadline
Company co-fundingCompany co-fundingWhether mandatory company participation or co-funding is required. 'Yes' typically means not feasible without an industry partner.
No
ACerS GEMS Award (Graduate Excellence in Materials Science)
InternationalACerS (The American Ceramic Society)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyUS$100 cash honorarium + certificate
FieldCeramics, material sciences
Effort2/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Annual award for graduates who have made research achievements in materials science
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Only for full-time enrolled graduate students with oral presentation at the MS&T meeting; own application with abstract, CV and 500-word statement required
young researchers in ceramics and glass for contributions to ceramics research
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
ACerS member, under 35 years of age at the time of award and within 10 years of terminal degree; nomination via the ACerS Awards Portal
ACerS Ross Coffin Purdy Award
InternationalACerS (The American Ceramic Society)
Cycle01.03.2027
Prize money$1000 and certificate
FieldCeramics, glass, functional materials
Effort1/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Automatic (based on publications in ACerS journals)
Awarded to the most valuable technical contribution to ceramic literature published two years prior to the selection year. No separate application necessary
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Selection based on technical contributions to ceramic literature in the defined publication year; nomination by ACerS members/journal recommendations
Acta Materialia Gold Medal
InternationalActa Materialia, Inc.
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyUS$ 10,000 + gold medal + certificate
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for proven scientific leadership and sustainable impact in Materials Science and Engineering
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominations are possible until February 1; nominations can be submitted by scientists, societies and Acta committees; nominations remain valid for three years unless they are withdrawn or renewed
Acta Materialia Hollomon Materials & Society
InternationalActa Materialia, Inc.
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyUS$ 10,000 + medal + certificate
FieldMaterials science, technology transfer and social impact
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Leadership and contributions at the interface of materials technology and social needs/impact
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominations are possible until February 1; proposals can be submitted by scientists, societies and Acta committees; Society Lecturers are considered automatic nominations
Acta Materialia Mary Fortune Award
InternationalActa Materialia, Inc.
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyUS$ 5,000 + silver medal + certificate
FieldMaterials science, diversity and the global scientific community
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Contributions to the promotion of diversity, mentoring, community work and global inclusion in the materials community
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominations are possible until February 1; nominations can be submitted by scientists, societies and Acta committees; nominations remain valid for three years unless they are withdrawn or renewed
Acta Materialia Silver Medal
InternationalActa Materialia, Inc.
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyUS$ 5,000 + silver medal + certificate
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognition of significant, current research contributions and leadership in the mid-career phase
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominees must be 45 years of age or younger on December 31 prior to the February 1 nomination deadline; nominations are open until February 1; nominations may be submitted by scientists, societies and Acta committees
Acta Student Awards
InternationalActa Materialia, Inc.
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyUp to 16 awards per US$ 2,000 per year (4 per Acta journal)
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Master student:in, PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Prizes for original student papers in the Acta journals (Acta Materialia, Scripta Materialia, Acta Biomaterialia, Materialia)
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Only original student work; no review articles; the student must have been a bona fide student at the time of the work and have made the main contributions; submission via the award portal, alternatively with the knowledge and consent of the student through the supervisor
ASM International Henry Marion Howe Medal
NationalASM International
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyMedal and certificate (no fixed sum of money published)
FieldMetallurgy and materials engineering
Effort1/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Automatic selection by Award Selection Committee (no separate application)
The prize is awarded to the author of the best rated paper in Metallurgical and Materials Transactions from the calendar year prior to the award ceremony; selection by the Howe Medal Selection Committee
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Only papers from Metallurgical and Materials Transactions of the previous year are eligible. The Howe Medal and the Marcus A. Grossmann Award cannot go to the same person in the same year; at least one awardee must be alive at the time of selection
ASME Burt L. Newkirk Award (Tribology)
InternationalASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) - Tribology Division
Cycle01.02.2027
Prize money$1000 and certificate
FieldTribology, wear research, surface technology
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Contributions to tribology research or practice by young researchers. The award winner must not be older than 40 years
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Under 40 years of age and ASME member as of February 1 nomination deadline; outstanding tribology contributions required
INTECO-ASMET Prize
InternationalASMET (Austrian Society for Metallurgy and Materials) and INTECO
CycleAnnual (submission according to the current ASMET call for proposals)
Scientific work in the field of metallurgy and metallurgical plant engineering
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Generally under 40 years of age; thematic fit with the call for applications required
Franz Leitner Prize
InternationalASMET and voestalpine Boehler Welding Austria GmbH
CycleAwarded every 2 years
Prize money3,000 EUR total prize money (2,000 EUR for the best dissertation, 1,000 EUR for the...
Outstanding master's theses and dissertations with a focus on welding technology and related materials topics
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Up to 35 years; submission in writing to ASMET; formal requirements and deadlines according to ASMET call for applications
Roland Mitsche Prize
InternationalASMET, Association of the Austrian Non-Ferrous Metals Industry and DGM
CycleEvery two years, alternating between the International Leoben Metallography Conference and the subsequent DGM Metallography Conference (next round according to DGM committee document: 2026).
Prize moneyCash prize of EUR 2,400 (according to the ASMET information page)
Award for special achievements and merits in the field of metallography, e.g. development/further development of metallographic methods, application for solving metallographic problems and training of young metallographers
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nomination-based; awarded every two years in the context of the metallography conferences. For the general DGM nomination, the deadline for submission is usually December 15 (according to the DGM page 'Submit nominations')
Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG) Dissertation Prize
InternationalAustrian Physical Society (ÖPG) (Austrian Physical Society)
CycleAnnually
Prize money1,000 EUR (standard 3 prizes, maximum 5 if required)
FieldPhysics (all Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG) expert committees)
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Application by Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG) member
Award for outstanding dissertations in the field of physics to promote the scientific activities of young physicists
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Dissertation defended in the last two years at an Austrian university; not older than 35 years; 2 years OePG membership and previous presentation at an OePG annual conference required
Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG) Student Award
InternationalAustrian Physical Society (ÖPG) (Austrian Physical Society)
CycleAnnual (with tender deadline)
Prize money1,500 Euro (divisible)
FieldPhysics (experimental/theoretical; master's and diploma theses)
Effort2/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Master student:in
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Self-application or application by an Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG) member
Prize for master's and diploma theses in the field of experimental or theoretical physics
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Work at an Austrian university; degree usually not older than 13 months; usually age limit 35
Fritz Kohlrausch Prize and Ludwig Boltzmann Prize
InternationalAustrian Physical Society (ÖPG) (Austrian Physical Society)
CycleUsually alternating annually (Ludwig Boltzmann Prize / Fritz Kohlrausch Prize)
Prize moneyEUR 3,000
FieldPhysics (theoretical physics)
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Self-application or nomination with letter of support
Award for a theoretical scientific work in the entire field of physics. Awarded as part of the Physics Prize of the Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG)
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Work should generally have been published in the last two calendar years; above the level of a dissertation; dissertation already completed
Roman Ulrich Sexl Prize
InternationalAustrian Physical Society (ÖPG) (Austrian Physical Society)
CycleAnnually
Prize money1,500 EUR
FieldPhysics didactics, teaching, teaching development
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for outstanding achievements in physics teaching, lesson planning, teacher training, adult education or teaching aids that have proven themselves in teaching practice
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Award proposals by Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG) members; own application excluded; achievements in Austria or of particular significance for Austria
Hans List Fund
InternationalAVL List GmbH / Hans List Fund
Cycle03.07.2026
Prize money26,000 EUR total endowment (4x 5,000 EUR for dissertations, 2x 3,000 EUR for...
FieldVehicle drive, vehicle technology and related areas
Effort2/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Master student:in, PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Annual scholarship for students and graduates of Styrian universities; innovation, environmental benefits and usability are assessed
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Students and graduates of the Graz University of Technology, the University of Graz (NAWI Graz), the University of Leoben and the FH Joanneum with sufficient progress in their studies are eligible to participate; applications are possible for ongoing or already completed master's theses and dissertations; the completion of the thesis may not be more than 14 months in the past; previous award winners are not eligible to participate
AVS Peter Mark Memorial Award
InternationalAVS (American Vacuum Society)
CycleAnnually
Prize money6,500 USD + certificate + honorary lecture at the AVS International Symposium
FieldSurface physics, vacuum technology, thin films
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for theoretical or experimental work by early-career scientists/engineers in AVS-relevant fields
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
At least one part of the work must have been published in an AVS journal; the award winner must be 35 years or younger in the year of the award; the award recognizes outstanding theoretical or experimental work by young scientists or engineers
Recognizes scientific and/or technological contributions of a mid-career researcher in the field of surface engineering and thin films
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Mid-Career Focus. Current ICMCTF General/Program Chairs and members of the ASED Executive/Awards Committee are not eligible to participate
and encourages doctoral students in the fields of surface engineering and thin films. Nominees must be presenting author of a paper at ICMCTF and be enrolled in an accredited graduate program
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Must be enrolled in a graduate program and be the presenting author of a paper at the ICMCTF conference. Previous winners are not eligible to participate again
Recognizes pioneering contributions to the science or technology of surface engineering, thin films and related fields. The highest ranking award of the ICMCTF conference
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Current ICMCTF General/Program Chairs and members of the ASED Executive/Awards Committee are not eligible to participate
Early Career Award for participation and research based on contributions to the Advanced Surface Engineering Program of the AVS International Symposium
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
PhD students or engineers/researchers from industry or academia up to five years after PhD; AVS-ASED membership required; contribution to the ASED program of the AVS International Symposium must be submitted
AVS Applied Surface Science Division Peter Sherwood Award
Mid-Career Professional Award for sustainable and scientific-technical contributions in research and development fields of the Applied Surface Science Division
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Mid-career window of approximately 10 to 20 years of experience; AVS-ASSD membership required; no AVS Fellows or past AVS National Awardees; no active ASSD Executive/Award Committee members.
Student Awards Competition for contributions to Applied Surface Science; finalists present a short 3-slide/5-minute summary of their research at the AVS International Symposium
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Candidates must be registered to give an oral or poster presentation at the AVS International Symposium and be current students or have graduated in the symposium year
AVS Nanoscale Science and Technology Division Graduate Competition
InternationalAVS Nanoscale Science and Technology Division (NSTD)
CycleAnnually
Prize money500 USD for the winner + registration discount for finalists
Graduate Competition for exceptional young researchers at the Frontiers of Nanoscience; finalists present a short talk in the NSTD Sunday Plenary Session
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Graduate students with poster or oral presentation in NSTD-sponsored or co-sponsored sessions; no doctoral degree at the time of abstract submission
AVS Morton M. Traum Surface Science Student Award
NationalAVS Surface Science Division (SSD)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyCash prizes + certificates; visibility in the AVS program and on the AVS website
FieldSurface science, solid surfaces, interfaces, surface reactions and spectroscopy
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Self-application / nomination via Awards Submission Site
Student Award for the best student presentation in Surface Science at the AVS International Symposium; finalists present their research in the poster competition
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Current PhD students or persons with PhD degree in 2026; AVS abstract must be submitted; competition based on poster presentation at the symposium
AVS Thin Film Division James Harper Award
InternationalAVS Thin Film Division (TFD)
CycleAnnually
Prize money800 USD + plaque; further finalists receive 400 USD each
Premier Graduate Student Award of the Thin Film Division; finalists compete against each other with interactive TED-style talks at the AVS Symposium
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Applicant:in must be a presenter:in an oral talk in thin-film division sessions and be registered as a graduate student by the abstract deadline date
AVS Thin Film Division Paul H. Holloway Young Investigator Award
InternationalAVS Thin Film Division (TFD)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyCash prize + certificate + Honorary Lecture at the AVS International Symposium
FieldThin films, thin film technology, coatings, surface and interface research
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Prestigious award for young scientists or engineers with theoretical and experimental contributions in fields of the AVS Thin Film Division
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Current AVS membership required; PhD or equivalent degree less than seven years prior to January 1 of the award year; submission of an abstract to a thin-film session is expected
AVS Thin Film Division Russell F. Messier Mid-Career Award and Lecture
InternationalAVS Thin Film Division (TFD)
CycleAnnually
Prize money2,000 USD + Plaque + Featured Lecture at the AVS International Symposium
FieldThin Film Science, Vapor Deposition, Thin Film Technology, Simulation and Technology
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Mid-career award for pioneering contributions to the science and technology of thin films, vapor deposition and related fields
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Mid-career window of 12 to 25 years after terminal degree; some of the work should have been published in AVS journals or presented at AVS conferences; no current TFD Awards Committee members
Houska price
InternationalB&C Private Foundation
CycleAnnually (submission deadline and schedule according to the current Houskapreis call for entries).
Research work with demonstrable economic relevance in Austria; research quality, innovative content, feasibility/benefits and impact are evaluated
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Submission in exactly one category; prize money goes to institutions (not private individuals); specific participation requirements for each category (e.g. SME criteria in the SME category)
Austrian Founder Award Phoenix (Spin-off category)
InternationalBMAW, BMBWF (processing via aws and FFG)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyTrophy, massive PR and network access (no direct prize money, but enormous value...
FieldTechnology transfer, start-ups
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor, Research group
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
the best spin-offs from Austrian universities and research institutions that have been extremely successful in bringing basic research to market
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Participation only in the advertised Phoenix categories for academic start-ups; date of foundation, institutional reference and submission documents must comply with the conditions of participation
Appreciation award - state prize for the best diploma and master's degrees
InternationalBMFWF (Federal Ministry for Women, Science and Research)
CycleAnnually (proposals come from universities; deadlines are published within the university or institution)
Prize moneyEUR 3,000
FieldAll departments
Effort1/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Master student:in
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Proposal/nomination by higher education institutions (universities, FH, PH)
Annual award for the best diploma and master's degrees in Austria
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
No free public individual application; selection via institutional proposal processes according to BMFWF guidelines
Award of Excellence - State Prize for the best dissertations
NationalBMFWF (Federal Ministry for Women, Science and Research)
CycleAnnually (nomination via universities; public detailed deadlines are usually communicated institutionally)
Prize moneyEUR 3,000
FieldAll departments
Effort1/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Nomination by universities/private universities/universities of applied sciences/universities of teacher education
Award for the 40 best dissertations of the past academic year in Austria (since 2008)
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
No classic self-application; limited nomination places per institution according to BMFWF modalities
DGM Heyn commemorative coin
InternationalDGM (German Society for Materials Science)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyHighest honor of the DGM (medal + invitation to the ceremonial lecture)
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort5/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
The DGM's highest award. Honors lifetime achievements that have enabled significant progress in scientific, technological or economic terms for materials science
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
High-ranking award on a nomination basis in accordance with DGM regulations; no classic self-application and award after decision of the responsible DGM committees
DGM Masing Memorial Prize
InternationalDGM (German Society for Materials Science)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyHighly remunerated + high visibility in the DACH community
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for independent scientific research work by young DGM members that has been published in the last two years. Disputation may not date back more than 10 years
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
DGM membership; dissertation/dissertation not more than 10 years ago; relevant publications in recent years required
DGM Tammann commemorative coin
NationalDGM (German Society for Materials Science)
CycleIrregular
Prize moneyInternational Memorial Coin + Lecture
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort5/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for international achievements in materials science. Aimed primarily at leading foreign scientists with close ties to the DGM community
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Primarily for internationally outstanding, often non-German scientists; awarded on a nomination basis in accordance with DGM regulations
DGM Young Talent Award
InternationalDGM (German Society for Materials Science)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyEndowed + presentation opportunity at DGM annual conference
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort2/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Self-application or nomination with letter of support
Award for above-average research achievements by doctoral students or recent doctoral graduates with a clear connection to materials science
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Self-applications are accepted with letters of support; proposals are accepted every year until December 15; maximum two years after doctorate and DGM membership
Georg Sachs Prize
InternationalDGM (German Society for Materials Science) / Stifterverband
CycleAnnual (often awarded at the DGM annual conference)
Prize moneyMostly endowed + very high visibility
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Nomination (e.g. by doctoral supervisor/institute management)
Awarded to young scientists under the age of 40 who have published significant research work in materials science
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Usually age limit (under 40 years) and relevant published achievements in materials science. Nomination/submission according to DGM rules
DKG Seger badge
InternationalDKG (German Ceramic Society)
CycleAnnually as part of the DKG annual conference
Prize moneyPlaque and award (no fixed prize money published)
Awarded since 1929 for scientific achievements in ceramics
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominations for DKG awards are reserved exclusively for DKG members; the award is presented at the DKG annual conference
DKG Young Excellent Researcher Award
InternationalDKG (German Ceramic Society)
CycleAnnually as part of the DKG annual conference
Prize moneyCertificate and sum of money of approx. 1,000 EUR
FieldCeramics, ceramic materials, ceramic research
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for young DKG members for independent scientific research work published after the doctorate
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominations for DKG awards are reserved exclusively for DKG members; awards are given to young members for independent scientific research work published after their doctorate
Joint transatlantic award for young ceramic researchers with contributions. Alternates between ECerS and ACerS conferences
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Early-career profile and outstanding contributions in ceramics/materials required; nomination and deadlines according to ECerS/ACerS rules
Award for presentations by young researchers (under 35) at the E-MRS Spring/Fall Meetings
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Age limit (often under 35) and accepted conference fee required. Conditions of participation vary per Spring/Fall Meeting
Communication Award for Excellence in MSE
InternationalFederation of European Materials Societies (FEMS)
CycleAwarded in even years; deadlines according to the current FEMS call for proposals
early career profiles with significant scientific performance and communication skills in MSE
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Early-career criterion according to FEMS as well as an additional obligatory short video; nomination only via FEMS member societies
European Materials Gold Medal
InternationalFederation of European Materials Societies (FEMS)
CycleNominations will be invited again from October 2026; awarded in odd-numbered years
Prize moneyMedal + fee waiver for FEMS EUROMAT (no fixed prize money shown on the FEMS page)
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Contributions to Materials Science and Engineering at Mid/Advanced Career level; considered the most prestigious FEMS award
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nomination via FEMS member societies; extensive dossier (including letters of recommendation, publication and citation records)
FEMS Master Thesis Award
InternationalFederation of European Materials Societies (FEMS)
CycleAnnual; finalist confirmation/deadline according to current FEMS call
Prize moneyTop 3 prizes: 1st place EUR 1,200, 2nd place EUR 1,000, 3rd place EUR 800; all...
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Master student:in
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Nomination by national FEMS member society (one candidate per society)
European competition for Master's theses in the field of Materials Science and Engineering
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Master's degree max. two academic years before the FEMS final; pre-selection at national level via the respective FEMS member society
FEMS Materials Science & Technology Prize
InternationalFederation of European Materials Societies (FEMS)
CycleNominations will be invited again from October 2026; awarded in odd-numbered years
Prize moneyCertificate + Cash Prize (sponsored by Taylor & Francis; amount not publicly...
FieldMaterials science and materials engineering
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Junior Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
a contribution to Materials Science and Engineering in an early-career phase
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Early-career criterion according to FEMS (10 years from first material position or 6 years after PhD), plus nomination via FEMS member society
Materials Innovation Medal
InternationalFederation of European Materials Societies (FEMS)
CycleNominations will be invited again from October 2026; awarded in odd-numbered years
Prize moneyMedal + fee waiver for FEMS EUROMAT (no fixed prize money shown on the FEMS page)
FieldTechnological development and innovation in materials science
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Research group, PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Inventions and innovations with a clear impact on quality of life, sustainability, the environment or the economy
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nomination via FEMS member companies; focus on proof of innovation (e.g. patents, transfer, market potential)
FWF Wittgenstein Prize
NationalFWF - The Austrian Science Fund
CycleAnnually (nomination and jury procedure; decision according to the FWF usually in June)
Prize moneyEUR 2 million (funding period 60 months)
FieldAll specialist disciplines
Effort5/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for outstanding scientists with a top international reputation; Austria's most highly endowed individual sponsorship award
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
No self-application; nomination only by a defined group (including rectorates, ÖAW Presidium, ISTA Presidium, previous Wittgenstein Award winners). Nominees: max. 60 years of age by the deadline, permanent employment in Austria, living in Austria for at least one year
Josef Krainer Appreciation Award 2026
InternationalJosef Krainer - Styrian memorial work
CycleAnnual (award ceremony around March 19; announcement 2026 according to PDF)
Prize moneyEUR 3,000
FieldAll subject areas (outstanding scientific achievements with a connection to Styria)
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Appreciation award for young scientists at an advanced stage of their careers who have already proven themselves through research achievements; recognition for achievements already made, in particular the habilitation, and an incentive for further top achievements
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
A connection to Styria is required (research institution, studies, main residence or place of birth). Habilitation procedures must be fully completed by the end of the submission deadline; submission exclusively online, printed documents only on request
Josef Krainer Promotion Award 2026
InternationalJosef Krainer - Styrian memorial work
CycleAnnual (award ceremony around March 19; announcement 2026 according to PDF)
Prize moneyEUR 2,000
FieldAll subject areas (dissertations with reference to Styria)
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Sponsorship award for young scientists in recognition of scientific achievements; the qualification must be documented by a dissertation assessed as very good
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Reference to Styria required (research institution, studies, main residence or place of birth). Dissertation must have been assessed as very good and approved in 2024 or 2025; submission exclusively online, printed documents only on request
Körber Prize for European Science
NationalKörber Foundation
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyEUR 1,000,000
FieldSTEM & Life Sciences (often interdisciplinary)
Effort5/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Prizes are awarded to scientists in Europe whose research has the potential for high social relevance and sustainability
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
No self-application; only nomination via the official Körber process. Target group are top researchers working in Europe with international impact
MRS David Turnbull Lectureship
InternationalMaterials Research Society (MRS)
CycleAnnually
Prize money$5,000 honorarium, citation plaque and travel/registration reimbursement
FieldMaterials science, experimental and theoretical basic research
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Career contribution to the fundamental understanding of materials science through experimental and/or theoretical research; writing and lecturing can factor into the selection.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominations are open to scientists and engineers of all nationalities; nominees need not be MRS members; current Subcommittee and Board members and former Turnbull Lecturers are not eligible; the presentation must be given at an MRS Fall Meeting within 12 months of selection.
MRS Materials Theory Award
InternationalMaterials Research Society (MRS)
CycleAnnually
Prize money$5,000 cash prize, presentation trophy, certificate and travel/registration...
Exceptional advances in materials theory to the understanding of the structure and behavior of materials.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominations for individuals only; nominees need not be MRS members; current members of the Materials Theory Award Subcommittee, MRS Board members and past awardees are not eligible.
MRS Medal
InternationalMaterials Research Society (MRS)
CycleAnnually
Prize money$5,000 cash prize, medal, certificate and travel/registration reimbursement
FieldMaterials research, new materials, basic and applied research
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes an exceptional achievement in materials research in the past ten years.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominations are judged for exceptional performance over the past 10 years; nomination package in accordance with MRS regulations; award presented annually at the MRS Fall Meeting.
MRS Von Hippel Award
InternationalMaterials Research Society (MRS)
CycleAnnually
Prize money$10,000 cash prize, honorary membership, trophy and travel/registration...
FieldMaterials science, interdisciplinary cutting-edge research
Effort5/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes brilliance and originality of intellect combined with vision across disciplinary boundaries in materials research.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nomination basis; Nominees need not be MRS members; current members of the Von Hippel Subcommittee, MRS Board members and previous recipients are not eligible; award is presented annually at the MRS Fall Meeting.
MRS Kavli Foundation Early Career Lectureship in Materials Science
InternationalMaterials Research Society (MRS) / The Kavli Foundation
CycleAnnually
Prize money$1,000 cash prize, trophy and two hotel nights
FieldMaterials science, experimental and theoretical research
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Assistant Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes significant novel contributions to materials science by an early-career researcher.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominees should be within 10 years of receiving the Ph.D. or terminal degree; exceptions only for documented career interruptions; nominees need not be MRS members; one award is presented annually at the MRS Fall Meeting; nominations are valid for one submission period only.
Max Auwärter Prize
InternationalMax Auwärter Foundation / Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG)
CycleEvery two years
Prize money10,000 euros and certificate
FieldSurface physics, surface chemistry, thin films
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Prize for significant work on surface physics, surface chemistry or organic/inorganic thin films; open to researchers up to 35 years of age
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Up to 35 years of age; 4 copies of the publication plus CV and statement on own contribution required; submission by April 30, 2026 to the above address in Graz
MAX KADE
InternationalMax Kade Foundation, New York / ÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
Cycle25.06.2026
Prize money72,000 USD
FieldAll departments (research stays in the USA)
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Funding program for highly qualified scientists from all areas of research who wish to carry out a research stay in the USA
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Completion of a degree program in human medicine or doctoral studies no more than ten years ago; Austrian citizenship or residence in Austria for at least three years in the last ten years; invitation from the selected research institution in the USA required
The world's most prestigious award for PhD students in materials science. Research contributions (poster or lecture) at the MRS conference and the entire scientific track record are evaluated
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Must be enrolled in a PhD program at the time of the conference. MRS membership recommended
MRS Innovation in Materials Characterization Award
Award for a scientific advance in material characterization with a clearly measurable impact on materials research
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nomination-based (no classic self-application); evaluation based on a clearly defined scientific breakthrough in the characterization according to current MRS regulations
Award for outstanding, interdisciplinary contributions to materials research in the early career phase with a recognizable leadership perspective
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Early-career profile required; nomination according to official MRS rules and complete nomination dossier in the respective time slot
Archduke Johann Spinoff Prize
InternationalProvince of Styria
CycleAnnually
Prize money10,000.00 Euro
FieldScience-based spin-offs
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for outstanding achievements in the context of a Styrian science-based spin-off foundation
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Spin-off foundation usually within the last five calendar years; Styrian connection and connection to the research institution required
Promotion Prize for Science and Research (Province of Styria)
InternationalProvince of Styria
CycleAnnually
Prize money5,000.00 Euro
FieldAll departments (promotion of young talent and careers)
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Funding award honors young scientists with excellent development potential
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Styrian reference required; no dissertation/habilitation in unpublished status; publications with significant personal contribution
Research Prize of the Province of Styria - main prize
InternationalProvince of Styria
CycleAnnually
Prize money12,000.00 Euro
FieldAll subject areas (top scientific achievements with a connection to Styria)
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Self-application or application by an Austrian Physical Society (ÖPG) member
Research Prize of the Province of Styria is awarded as the main prize for exceptional scientific achievements
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Applicants must have a connection to Styria (birth, residence or employment at a Styrian university/research institution)
SPE Chapter/Division Best Paper Awards
InternationalSPE (Society of Plastics Engineers)
CycleRegularly per chapter/division and event cycle (often annually in the context of ANTEC/division events)
Prize moneyDepending on chapter/division: certificate, prize/recognition, partly lecture slot...
SPE presents best paper awards mainly via chapters and technical divisions (e.g. Injection Molding, EPS, Polymer Analysis). Awards are given for technical quality, degree of innovation and relevance of the contribution
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Not organized as a uniform global SPE main prize; criteria, deadlines and eligibility differ per chapter/division and competition
SPE Distinguished Member
InternationalSPE (Society of Plastics Engineers)
CycleAccording to SPE regulations (election-based; no classic open annual tender as with calls)
Prize moneyPrestigious honorary title (no fixed prize money published)
FieldPlastics technology/polymer area (company-wide top recognition)
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Highest SPE member award for professional achievements or eminence in the field of plastics technology
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Status-based society award with special SPE bylaw criteria; no classic self-application
SPE Fellow of the Society
InternationalSPE (Society of Plastics Engineers)
Cycle01.10.2026
Prize moneyHonorary title + certificate/pin + high international visibility
Award for outstanding, demonstrable contributions to plastics technology in science, technology or implementation with a significant impact on the plastics and polymer industry
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nomination basis only; SPE Division/TIG support and written endorsements required; evaluation by Fellows Election Committee according to SPE regulations
SPE IMPACT: Injection Molding Performance Awards
InternationalSPE (Society of Plastics Engineers) in cooperation with SPE Injection Molding Division and SPE Product Design & Development Division
CycleAnnually in the ANTEC cycle (for 2026: submission deadline February 13; final judging at ANTEC)
Prize moneyRecognition/award + high visibility (no fixed prize money published)
Active SPE awards program for injection-molded components (incl. student concepts) with a focus on design, innovation, market impact, human-centered design and sustainability
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Submissions must be injection-molded parts; commercial entries generally in active production and introduced within the last 24 months; criteria/deadlines IMPACT call for entries
ACerS Basic Science: Early Discovery Award
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyACerS Lifetime membership, certificate of recognition and bulletin announcement
FieldGlass and ceramics, basic research
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes an early career member who has demonstrated a contribution to basic science in the field of glass and ceramics.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominee must be an ACerS member and a member of the Basic Science Division; within 10 years of terminal degree; nomination by an active ACerS member; documentation by March 1; consideration for 5 years.
ACerS Basic Science: Robert B. Sosman Award and Lecture
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyCertificate and glassware
FieldCeramics, glass, basic research
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Highest recognition of scientific accomplishment in the Basic Science Division for outstanding achievement in basic science with significant impact on ceramics.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nomination by the Basic Science Division; awardee presents a plenary lecture at the ACerS Spring Meeting and receives a certificate and a piece of glassware.
ACerS Bioceramics Young Scholar Award
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyCertificate, glassware and free registration
FieldBioceramics, biomaterials, ceramic materials
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes excellence in research among current degree-seeking graduate students and postdoctoral research associates.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Current degree-seeking graduate students or postdoctoral research associates; letter from a faculty/postdoctoral advisor required; short abstract on MS&T plus extended abstract, CV and two support letters; deadline March 31 in the year prior to the MS&T conference.
ACerS Corporate Technical Achievement Award
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyAward; no fixed endowment published
FieldCeramics, industry, technology transfer
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes a single outstanding technical achievement made by an ACerS Corporate Partner in the field of ceramics.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Achievement must demonstrate technical and commercial realization within the past eight years; ACerS Corporate Partner required; joint nominations are permitted; up to two awards per year.
ACerS Du-Co Ceramics Young Professional Award
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize money$1,500, certificate of recognition and lifetime membership in ACerS
FieldCeramics, glass, young specialist career
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes a young professional member who demonstrates exceptional leadership and service to ACerS.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
ACerS member, under age 40 as of deadline, first 10 career years; nominated by at least one active ACerS member; resume plus support letters; three years considered; deadline March 1.
ACerS Engineering Ceramics: Global Young Investigator Award
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyUS $1,000 honorarium, certificate of achievement and complimentary registration
Recognizes an outstanding young ceramic engineer and scientist whose achievements have been significant to the profession and the general welfare of the community.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominee must be 35 years old or younger at the award presentation and be an ACerS member; self-nominations are permitted but not recommended; nomination deadline is July 1 in the year preceding ICACC.
ACerS Global Young Bioceramicist Award
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyCertificate, glassware and free registration
FieldBioceramics, translation into healthcare
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes an outstanding young ceramic engineer and material scientist with significant contributions to bioceramics for human healthcare.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominee must be 35 years or younger at the award deadline and be an ACerS member; Self-nominations are not recommended; Sponsor must be a Standing Member of ACerS; CV and two support letters; Deadline March 31 in the year prior to the MS&T conference.
ACerS Karl Schwartzwalder-Professional Achievement in Ceramic Engineering (PACE) Award
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyGlass piece and certificate
FieldCeramics, glass, engineering
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Honors an outstanding early career ceramic or glass engineer whose achievements have made a significant impact on the profession and contributed to the welfare of society.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominees must be under 40 years of age when the award is presented; nominations remain active for five years and can be updated during that period; complete nomination package includes letter, responses to two questions and up to three support letters.
ACerS/EPDC Greaves-Walker Lifetime Service Award
InternationalThe American Ceramic Society (ACerS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyAward; no fixed endowment published
FieldCeramics, service to the profession, association activities
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes an individual who has rendered outstanding service to the ceramic engineering profession.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nominee must be 41 years old or older; award honors outstanding service to the ceramic engineering profession and alignment with EPDC aims, ideals and purpose.
TMS Early Career Innovator in the Materials Science of Additive Manufacturing Award
InternationalThe Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyCertificate and Award Lecture at the TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
FieldAdditive manufacturing, material development, simulation, in-situ diagnostics
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes an outstanding early career individual performing innovative research in the materials science of additive manufacturing.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Membership in TMS required; early career as of April 1 of nomination year; attendance at TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition and Award Lecture required; nominations will be considered for three award cycles.
TMS/AIST John F. Elliot Lectureship Award
InternationalThe Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) / Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyHonorary lecture; no fixed endowment published
FieldChemical processes in metallurgy, materials chemistry, iron and steel industry
Effort4/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor, Senior Researcher
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Recognizes distinguished contributions in chemical process metallurgy and materials chemistry to the iron and steel industry or related fields of study.
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Nomination deadline is November 30 each year; nominee may come from industry or academia; complete nomination packet requires form, three endorsement letters, biography and proposed citation; award lecture follows selection.
Theodor Körner Award
InternationalTheodor Körner Fund
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyapprox. 4,000 EUR
FieldAll subject areas (technology, natural sciences, humanities, arts)
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Promotes young Austrian researchers (mostly under the age of 40). Projects that are excellent and highly relevant to society but have not yet been completed are honored
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Project must not be completed at the time of submission; focus on young talent with age/career criteria Fund call (typically up to around 40 years)
TMS Best Paper Awards (various divisions)
InternationalTMS (The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyCertificate + recognition at the TMS Annual Meeting
FieldMetallurgy, Materials (depending on division: Extraction, Light Metals, Structural...
Effort1/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Automatic (based on published papers in TMS journals)
TMS presents several division-specific best paper awards (e.g. JOM Best Paper Awards per division, Magnesium Technology Best Paper, EPD Materials Characterization Best Paper)
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
No standardized global individual prize; criteria and deadlines vary per division/award (publication window, presentation at TMS meeting, call for proposals/review)
TMS Early Career Faculty Fellow Award
InternationalTMS (The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society)
CycleAnnually (application deadline according to TMS typically April 1)
Prize moneyComplementary registration, lodging and up to $500 travel allowance per meeting and...
tenure-track Assistant Professors for achievements at the home institution and for the expansion of the technological profile of TMS
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Tenure-tracked assistant professor with 2 to 6 years of post-doctoral assistant professor experience; attendance at two consecutive TMS Annual Meetings required; no previous award receipt
TMS Young Leaders Professional Development Award
InternationalTMS (The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society)
CycleAnnually
Prize moneyTMS membership, conference registration, hotel and $500 travel allowance per meeting
FieldMetallurgy, Materials, Minerals Processing
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Early-career professionals to actively participate in TMS activities and build networks in the TMS community
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Former Young Leaders awardees and students are not eligible to participate; recipients must attend the TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
TÜV AUSTRIA Science Award
InternationalTÜV AUSTRIA
Cycle26.08.2026
Prize money8,000 EUR for the best diploma/master's thesis or dissertation, 5,000 EUR for the...
FieldTechnology, natural sciences, environment, IT
Effort2/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
HTL, Master student:in, PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
technical and scientific work with a high degree of innovation and practical relevance for safety, technology and the environment
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Work with clear practical relevance for technology/safety/environment; thesis usually not older than two years. Deadlines and documents according to the current TÜV call for applications
Best Paper Award
InternationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
CycleRegularly according to the current call for applications (application window per round).
Prize money4.000,- Euro
FieldNatural and life sciences, medicine, mathematics, technical sciences
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
An outstanding original article in the natural/technical sciences, mathematics or life sciences that has been published or accepted for publication (peer-reviewed journal) no later than one year before the submission deadline will be awarded. The publication should be representative of the applicant's research activities
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Target group Pre-/Post-doc, max. five years after completion of doctorate/PhD; significant contribution as first or main author required. Research work must have been carried out predominantly at an ÖAW institute. Submission via online form with 2 PDF files (max. 10 MB each)
Critical Infrastructure Award
InternationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
Cycle15.06.2026
Prize money10.000,- Euro
FieldComputer science, technical sciences
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
The Critical Infrastructure Award is intended to recognize young scientists in the fields of (industrial) computer science, communications engineering, electrical engineering and automation technology, etc., for outstanding achievements related to safety-critical infrastructures (e.g. transport modes, energy networks, telecommunications networks)
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
This includes, for example, the supply of energy, water, transport, telecommunications, finance and medical care (see also https://te-am.net/kritische-infrastrukturen-kritis-eine-übersicht/ ). Austrian citizens in doctoral studies at a university in the DACH region (Germany/Austria/Switzerland) and doctoral students at Austrian universities (regardless of citizenship) are eligible to apply The start of the PhD/doctoral studies must not be more than four years ago in either case (the deadline is the submission date)
Edmund and Rosa Hlawka Prize for Mathematics
NationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
CycleIn even years
Prize money4.000,- Euro
FieldMathematics
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Prize for outstanding scientific achievements in number theory and geometry. Scientific excellence, publication output and international visibility in the field are assessed
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
No self-application (nomination required). Target group according to the ÖAW call for applications: generally up to 45 years of age and Austrian doctoral or research-related work over the defined period of time
Elisabeth Lutz Prize
InternationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
CycleAnnually
Prize money15.000,- Euro
FieldBio-, life sciences
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
The Elisabeth Lutz Prize is awarded for basic and applied research in the field of biosciences and life sciences, in particular for new findings or innovative research approaches that could subsequently be helpful for the development of new therapeutic approaches
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Researchers are invited to apply up to a max. of 1.5 years. Only self-applications will be accepted. Presentation of the applicant's own research achievements with regard to the current state of research in the department (scope: max. list of publications, brief description of the nature and extent of the applicant's contribution to these selected publications Statement from the head of the institute at which the applicant works Publications: Selection of max
Erwin Schrödinger Prize
NationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
Cycle15.06.2026
Prize money15.000,- Euro
FieldNatural and life sciences, medicine, mathematics, technical sciences
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
The Erwin Schrödinger Prize is awarded to scholars who work in Austria or at an international institution with an Austrian connection or with Austrian participation and who have made outstanding scientific achievements in the subjects represented by the mathematics and natural sciences class of the ÖAW in the broadest sense
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
The prize is not awarded to actual members of the OeAW. Submission procedure Only proposals from members of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (actual members and corresponding members abroad) will be accepted. Submissions that do not receive the prize will be included in the selection process again the following year
Hans and Walter Thirring Prize
InternationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
CycleAnnually
Prize money4.000,- Euro
FieldPhysics
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Established in memory of the two Austrian physicists Hans Thirring (1888-1976) and Walter Thirring (1927-2014). The Hans and Walter Thirring Prize is awarded for outstanding achievements which have been published in recognized physics journals and which may come from any field of physics
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Young researchers up to max. 8 years after their doctorate. Must be working at a university or research institution in Austria. Be known as independent researchers in the subject area
Ignaz L. Lieben Prize
InternationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
Cycle01.10.2026
Prize money36,000 USD
FieldLife Sciences, Chemistry, Physics
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc, Professor
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Nomination by the ÖAW or the academies of the countries mentioned
The Ignaz L. Lieben Prize is awarded for outstanding scientific achievements in the fields of life sciences, chemistry or physics; the subject areas are announced alternately each year
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Under 40 years of age (with possible extension for childcare periods); doctorate completed; in the last three years continuously active in research in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Ukraine or Austria; members of Academies of Sciences and Humanities can neither apply nor be nominated; reapplication only possible after two years
Karl Schlögl Prize
InternationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
CycleAnnually (submission deadline according to the current ÖAW call for applications)
Prize money4.000,- Euro
FieldChemistry
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PhD
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for a dissertation in synthetic, physical, analytical or theoretical chemistry. The award is decided by the mathematics and natural sciences class of the Austrian Academy of Sciences on the recommendation of an award committee
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Dissertation mainly carried out at an Austrian university and completed no later than two years before the submission deadline; application in German or English. Documents: CV incl. list of publications, abstract (DE/EN), dissertation review and dissertation as PDF; upload in 2 PDF files (max. 10 MB each)
Walther E. Petrascheck Prize
InternationalÖAW (Austrian Academy of Sciences)
CycleIn even years (biennial)
Prize money4.000,- Euro
FieldGeosciences
Effort3/5
Career stageCareer stagePrize focus by career phase. Multiple values mean the prize is open to several levels.
PostDoc
Application typeApplication typeSubmission logic of the prize: self-application, third-party nomination, or automatic selection via publications.
Award for scientific work in the geosciences; the award is granted by an award committee of the ÖAW
RestrictionsRestrictionsFormale Grenzen wie Altersfenster, Zeit seit Abschluss/Promotion, Publikationszeitraum, regionale Bindung oder Mitgliedschaften.
Under 35 years of age; working at a university/non-university research institution in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Austria, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Czech Republic or Hungary. Submission in English; selection of max. 5 publications plus paper presentation, upload as 2 PDF files (max. 10 MB each) and signed form according to the ÖAW process