The  Prize "Building Scientific Institutions” will be awarded every three years by TWAS Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean to  recognize individuals who have been instrumental in the developing and ultimate establishment of vibrant scientific institutions, or those who have significantly expanded the activities of already-established institutions.

The Prize will consist of a cash award equivalent to US$ 3,000.00 and a Diploma. “Special Mention” may be awarded to scientists in recognition for their important contribution in this area.  In such cases, the awardee remains eligible for the prize in future years.

The candidate to Prize "Building Scientific Institutions” is responsible for his/her presentation.

The following documents are requested for a candidacy to be considered:

• Updated curriculum vitae.
• Description of the candidate’s works justifying the candidacy.
• Up to 5 significant publications by the author in this area (electronic copies).
• Registration form dully filled.

The complete set of documents must be sent in a single e-mail to contact@twas-rolac.org under the subject “Building Scientific Institutions Prize”. For proper identification, the names of all files must begin with SURNAME_firstinitial.

The Chair of TWAS ROLAC presides over the Prize Committee, with the quality vote.

In case the prize is not awarded, the money prize will not be accumulated for the next edition.

The registration dead line is April 30^th, 2009. Late registrations will not be accepted.

Download application form here.