The American Museum of Natural History provided a stunning backdrop for the 2025 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists ceremony, held on October 7, 2025 where exceptional early-career researchers were honored with the nation’s largest unrestricted prize for young scientists. The event was hosted by the Blavatnik Family Foundation and The New York Academy of Sciences. Nicholas Dirks, President and CEO of The New York Academy of Sciences, highlighted the remarkable growth and impact of the awards program since its inception in 2007. “Now in their nineteenth year, the Blavatnik Awards have distinguished themselves as one of the world’s most prestigious international prizes in the scientific community, dedicated to advancing groundbreaking research and supporting exceptional talent,” Dirks explained. He emphasized the program’s success: “Since its inception, the awards have recognized over 500 honorees from 120 research institutions.” Dirks also spoke about the Award’s impressive economic impact, noting that Blavatnik Scholars have founded over 50 companies, raised 2.4 billion dollars in capital, and secured over 7,300 patents worldwide.
Celebrating Scientific Excellence at the 2025 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists Ceremony
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