Prix Schläfli

The Prix Schläfli is an annual prize awarded for outstanding doctoral dissertations in the natural sciences at Swiss universities. It recognises young researchers for exceptional scientific contributions across various natural science disciplines. The prize has been awarded since 1866 and highlights the importance of early-career scientific excellence in Switzerland. Award ceremonies and a related conference/symposium are organised by the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT).

Award and public recognition for outstanding doctoral research (Prix Schläfli).

Young researchers who completed a doctoral dissertation in the natural sciences at a Swiss university are eligible; the prize is awarded to doctoral researchers at Swiss higher-education institutions.

Nominations must be submitted by the doctoral supervisor or the president of an SCNAT member society via the SCNAT online form and include recommendation letter, CV, article or thesis material and a motivation letter.