Call for Nominations – 18th Edition of the UNESCO–Carlos J. Finlay Prize for Microbiology

📅 Deadline: 30 November 2025 (midnight, CEST)

The UNESCO–Carlos J. Finlay Prize for Microbiology, funded by the Government of the Republic of Cuba, rewards:

  • individuals,
  • institutions,
  • non-governmental organizations, or
  • any other entities

that have made a major contribution to the discipline of microbiology and its applications through their research and achievements.


Eligibility and Nomination Process

  • Nominations must be submitted by Member States (through their National Commissions) or by NGOs in official partnership with UNESCO.

  • Self-nominations are not accepted.

  • The nomination form (attached to the call) contains all the details of the submission process.


How to Apply

  • Nominations must be submitted via the online platform, in English or French, by the deadline of 30 November 2025 (midnight, Paris time / CEST).

  • Any application received after this date or by any other means will not be considered.


Contact

📧 Secretariat of the Prize: carlosjfinlayprize@unesco.org


Source UNESCO

  • Pour plus d’informations en français : ICI
  • For more information in English: HERE