The Foundation for Polish Science has announced a competition

The Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) invites applications for the Prof. Maciej W. Grabski Award, granted for activities aimed at building understanding of science in society.

The aim of the award is to honour scientists who actively participate in public debate, strengthen trust in knowledge based on reliable research, explain methods of scientific reasoning, and support public education in distinguishing science from theories that do not meet its standards.

The deadline for submitting applications is March 31st, 2023.

Individuals or groups, regardless of citizenship, who hold at least a doctoral degree may apply for the award. Candidates may be submitted by research organisations within the meaning of the Law on Higher Education and Science and the Act on Research Institutes (one candidate per edition). The FNP Management Board also has the right to submit a report.

Applications should be submitted using the form available on the Foundation's website: Prof. Maciej W. Grabski Award.

The completed form should be saved in PDF format, signed with a qualified electronic signature of the person authorized to represent the nominating institution and sent to the following address: bilas@fnp.org.pl.

We encourage people who, through their activities, contribute to the dissemination of reliable scientific knowledge and strengthen the dialogue between science and society to submit their candidacies!

The winners will receive PLN 20,000.