Applications for the 2023 Discovery | Innovation | Health Prize are OPEN
Innovation that creates a healthier future is worthy of investment. Research!America is seeking to accelerate groundbreaking progress against pandemic threats. Start your application today to be considered for the $200,000 Discovery | Innovation | Health Prize, generously supported by
Timeline and Key Dates

May 16 – June 15, 2023
Applications open

August 2023
Prize awardee notified

September 20, 2023
Presentation of prize in Washington, DC
Application Criteria
Applications must be submitted electronically and are due no later than midnight ET on June 15, 2023.
Competitive applicants must demonstrate rigorous, innovative work on the cutting edge of research and development, with data to support their efforts. While only one applicant should be named on each application, evidence of team engagement is encouraged. The prize funds must be dedicated to the award recipient's continued work towards research for pandemic threats.
Applications must include complete contact information, a research summary, accompanying documentation, two letters of recommendation, and a letter of acknowledgement from the applicant’s organization. The prize will be issued to the applicant's organization, which will receive $30,000 for indirect costs associated with the support of the work of the prize-winner.
Questions regarding application criteria or prize schedule can be directed to prize@researchamerica.org or (571) 482-2724
Independent Jury Review
Nominations will be reviewed by an independent jury led by Dr. Victor Dzau, President of the National Academy of Medicine.
Final jury review and awardee selection will occur by mid-August 2023. The award presentation will be held on September 20, 2023, at Research!America’s National Health Research Forum in Washington, D.C.
