The SUND Talent Prize is an award offered by the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen It is designed for international students researchers and early-career scholars who are conducting innovative and impactful research in the fields of life sciences and health sciences.
Details About SUND Talent Prize – University of Copenhagen 2025
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Eligible Applicants | Master’s, PhD, Postdoc, Assistant Professor in health/life sciences |
| Application Deadline | 14 September 2025 |
| Finalist Announcement | 3 October 2025 |
| Training Session | 8 October 2025 |
| Award Ceremony | 20 October 2025 |
| Prize Amounts | 25000 DKK (1st), 15000 DKK (2nd), 10000 DKK (3rd) |
Who Can Apply
This prize is open to individuals who meet the following criteria:
- You must be a Master’s student, PhD student, Postdoc, or Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
- Your research project must be related to health or life sciences
- Your project must be ongoing, and you should have a clear and major role in it
- Your project should demonstrate innovation and potential practical impact
Prize Amounts
Top three candidates will receive a cash prize:
- First Prize: 25000 DKK
- Second Prize: 15000 DKK
- Third Prize: 10000 DKK
The prizes are awarded during the university’s Innovation Day.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 14 September 2025
- Finalists Announcement: 3 October 2025
- Pitch Training Session: 8 October 2025
- Award Ceremony and Innovation Day: 20 October 2025
How Applications Are Evaluated
The selection committee considers the following factors:
- Scientific quality and clarity of the research
- Societal impact and innovation potential
- Future development and chances of commercialization
Selection Committee
Winners are selected by a committee of senior professors and innovation experts in health and life sciences. The decision is based on the submitted documents, the value of the project, and the presentation skills of the applicant.
Documents Needed for Application
To apply, you will need:
- A description of your research project highlighting innovation and impact
- A letter of approval from your supervisor
- Your updated CV
- If applying as a team, include a combined CV
Benefits of the Prize
- Cash support for your research
- Recognition at both academic and industry levels
- Opportunity to network during Innovation Day
- Chance to receive professional feedback and pitch training
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