MAB Young Scientists

Description:

The UNESCO MAB Young Scientists Awards support young researchers by funding interdisciplinary studies that advance the understanding and sustainable management of biosphere reserves. The award encourages contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the MAB Programme’s mission.

What You Should Know :

Name - Deadline

UNESCO MAB Young Scientists Awards - 15 May 2025

For Who

Ideal for researchers in environmental science, sustainability, or biosphere management — particularly those working within biosphere reserves and affiliated with a university or research institution.

How to participate

Applications must be submitted to the applicant’s country’s MAB National Committee or UNESCO National Commission. The application includes a research proposal and project budget. Endorsement from the committee is required before submission to UNESCO.

Judging Criteria

Applications are evaluated based on the relevance to the MAB Programme, contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the potential impact of the research.

Catagory

STEM / Environmental Science / Research

Eligibility

Applicants must be 35 years old or younger at the application deadline. They should be conducting or planning research within biosphere reserves and have their application endorsed by their country's MAB National Committee or UNESCO National Commission.

Rounds

It is a one-step grant application process, where applicants submit a research proposal through their country’s MAB National Committee or UNESCO National Commission. The selected proposals are then reviewed by UNESCO for final decision and funding allocation.

Prizes

Each award provides up to $5,000 USD to support research projects.