Amsterdam UMC PhD Publication Award

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The Amsterdam UMC Doctoral School presents annual awards for the three most outstanding Amsterdam UMC (UvA or VU) PhD candidates' publications

Requirements

The PhD Publication Award is given to the first author of an original scientific research publication
The publication has been, or will be published between 1 January and 31 December 2025
The publication will be included in the PhD thesis of the candidate, a thesis to be defended at the University of Amsterdam or VU University Amsterdam
The first author of the publication must be registered as an Amsterdam UMC PhD candidate at the Amsterdam UMC Doctoral School

Selection

A jury of experienced Amsterdam UMC scientists will evaluate the submissions and look for quality and originality of the project
3 shortlisted candidates will receive a request by e-mail from the Amsterdam Doctoral School to prepare a short pitch (3 minutes) on their research article, which they will be giving during the Science & Awards Day on 6 March 2026
During the pitch, the dedication and independence of the researcher will be evaluated by the jury. This will help determine the order of the winners

The winners will be announced during the Science & Awards Day 2026:

1st prize: 500 Eur
2nd and 3rd prize: 250 Eur

Necessary documents:

Submit the following documents to the Amsterdam UMC Doctoral School as .pdf files:

Your publication, and how and when it appears/appeared on the journal website
A supporting letter from your supervisor, in which she or he explains your role in the study

The publication will be assessd on the following criteria:

Scientific quality
Originality, innovation
Relevance and impact
Dedication and independence of the research

Submissions can be made continuously. The deadline has not yet been set, but will be in the last months of 2025.

Note: After sending in your submission, you will receive a confirmation of receipt from the Doctoral School within two weeks. If not, please contact us!

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