Science & Technology Pioneer Award for Women in 2026

Call for the Science & Technology Pioneer Award 2026 by Cartier Women’s Initiative. It seeks women-led impact-driven deep tech startups from any country and sector, recognizing startups with disruptive technological or scientific advances that require substantial R&D. The selection process includes shortlisting, due diligence, and a final jury evaluation, with top fellows receiving ongoing mentorship and international exposure.

Grants for top awardees, leadership training workshops, in-person entrepreneurship program, 1:1 coaching, international exposure, ongoing support and community access.

Applicants must be women-led, deep tech startups with significant technological or scientific innovation, operating to have positive impact, and in early commercialization stages.

Applications are submitted through the indicated portal; the process includes shortlisting, due diligence on top applicants, and a jury evaluation.