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The Guarantors of Brain Prize for Excellence in Translational Neuroscience is a new £25,000 initiative designed to recognise an active UK-based neuroscience researcher for their sustained and ongoing contribution to translational neuroscience.
Awarded every two years, this prestigious prize is open to clinical and non-clinical researchers in the UK working in neurology or related clinical-academic disciplines. It celebrates those who are internationally leading in their field and whose work bridges the gap between laboratory research and patient benefit.
Prize Details
- Award amount: £25,000 (unrestricted research prize)
- Frequency: Every two years
- Eligibility: Active UK-based researchers (clinical or non-clinical) in translational neuroscience
- Funding source: Proceeds from the journals Brain, Brain Communications, and related publications
How to Nominate
Candidates must be nominated by two active UK neuroscience researchers from different institutions (nominators do not need to be affiliated with Guarantors of Brain). Self-nominations are not accepted.
Nominations must include:
- The candidate’s CV, including DOI links to 10 key papers
- Letters from both nominators, outlining the candidate’s work and why they deserve the prize
Key Dates
- Nominations open: April 2025
- Deadline: 17:00, 31 July 2025
- Winner notified: December 2025
- Prize awarded: March 2026 at the Brain Conference, where the recipient will also give a talk
To submit a nomination, please click the button below to access the application portal:
For questions, please contact us via the enquiry form on our website.
