MDPI Young Women in Engineering Award
This award was established to acknowledge the achievements of young women investigators in the field of engineering and to inspire young women to consider research and careers in engineering.
📖 About MDPI Young Women in Engineering Award
The MDPI Young Women in Engineering Award is open for nominations. It aims to recognize the achievements of young women investigators in engineering and encourage them to pursue research and careers in the field.
- Date Published: June 30, 2025
- Application Deadline: November 30, 2025
- Category: Women
- Sponsor Organisation: MDPI
All nominations will be assessed by an Award Evaluation Committee, and winners will be announced online on March 8, 2026.
🎁 Benefits of MDPI Young Women in Engineering Award
The award includes the following benefits:
- 2 winners
- CHF 1000
- An electronic certificate
- A voucher to waive the article processing charges (APCs) for one submission to a journal within the field of engineering (subject to peer review)—valid for one year
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the MDPI Young Women in Engineering Award, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- This role is designated for female candidates
- Must have received their Ph.D. no more than 10 years prior to December 31, 2025
- Must have produced groundbreaking research and made a significant contribution to the advancement of engineering
- Must be nominated by senior scientists
📝 Application Process
Applicants must submit the following materials:
- Detailed curriculum vitae, including an updated publication list and a list of the researcher’s own research grants
- Scanned copy of doctorate certificate
- Signed nomination letters from two established senior scientists
All nomination materials and award-related communications must be submitted via the official email: ywe-award@mdpi.com.
📅 Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting nominations is November 30, 2025.
🌐 Scholarship Application Portal
For more details about the MDPI Young Women in Engineering Award, visit the official announcement page: MDPI Young Women in Engineering Award.
To apply, visit: Apply for MDPI Young Women in Engineering Award.
This award is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate and support the achievements of young women in engineering. Don't miss the chance to nominate deserving candidates!
- 2 winners
- CHF 1000
- An electronic certificate
- A voucher to waive the article processing charges (APCs) for one submission to a journal within the field of engineering (subject to peer review)—valid for one year.
