Dronning Margrethe II’s Videnskabspris

Dronning Margrethe II’s Videnskabspris is an annual scientific prize instituted by Det Kongelige Danske Videnskabernes Selskab in 2015 to mark H.M. Queen Margrethe II’s 75th birthday. The prize of 100,000 kroner is awarded to an outstanding researcher under 50 years of age. Recipients are chosen by the Society's Presidium following nominations from the Society's members and the prize is presented by H.M. Queen Margrethe at a ceremony near 16 April. The prize may only be received once by an individual.

A monetary prize of 100,000 kroner and an award presentation by H.M. Queen Margrethe II at a ceremony near 16 April.

The prize is given to an outstanding researcher under 50 years of age. Nominations must be submitted by members of the Society; self-nomination is not permitted. Nominators should send the candidate's CV, publication list and a description of the candidate's scientific qualifications and achievements.

Nominations are submitted by members of the Society with the candidate's CV, publication list and a description of scientific qualifications and the achievements motivating the nomination. Candidates cannot nominate themselves. The Presidium selects the recipient from nominated candidates.