Frontiers Planet Prize
Sponsor’s Website
Visit the Frontiers Research Foundation website for more information on the Frontiers Planet Prize.
Internal Contact
Rachel Barken: rachel.barken@carleton.ca
Deadlines
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Internal submission of nomination package | September 16 (annually) |
| Internal cuResearch Approval Form | October 9 (annually) |
| Submission of nomination package to the Royal Society of Canada | October 16 (annually) |
Overview
In celebration of published research articles that demonstrate breakthroughs in sustainability science, rewarding solutions that show measurable potential to help humanity remain within the boundaries of the Earth’s ecosystem. The article’s acceptance date must fall within the two years before the competition launch date.
Value
One million USD
Institutional Quota
Each institution can submit three nominations.
If the number of interested candidates exceeds the institutional quota, a committee will be struck to rank the candidates and determine which will proceed to the external competition.
Submitting Your Nomination Package
- Submit an internal Approval Form through our central awards management database cuResearch. Consult the user’s manual for guidance.
- The Office of the Vice-President (Research, Innovation and International) (OVPRII) coordinates the submission of the nomination package.