The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) is willing to establish the “Science, She Says! Award” to recognize an outstanding junior female scientist who has remarkably contributed to the advancement of science and technology, while performing her research in one of the following regions:
Africa and the Middle East
Asia and the Pacific
Europe
Central and South America and the Caribbean
North America
One candidate will be selected for each of the five regions, the determining factor being the place of work in the last 2 years. Italian researchers are not eligible for this prize.
The third edition of the Award will take place during the Italian Scientific Attachés Conference, to be held in 2025 at a date and place to be announced. All fields of science and technology will be considered. The award will consist of an engraved medal and a diploma to be presented at the Conference. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation will cover travel and accommodation expenses.