The Foundation for the National Institutes of Health is now accepting nominations for the Kovler Prize for Trust in Life Science Journalism.
Donor Name: Foundation for the National Institutes of Health
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes
Deadline: 06/06/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Kovler Prize for Trust in Life Science Journalism honors an individual who has significantly increased the public’s awareness and understanding of life science through their distinguished body of work through any media. The prize includes a $25,000 honorarium, made possible by a donation to the FNIH by the Judy and Peter Blum Kovler Foundation.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any U.S.-based journalist doing work for accredited or independent news organizations. At least a portion of the work must be published in a journalistic outlet. Print, video, or auditory media – including articles, videos, broadcasts and other media – are eligible for this award.
- Nominations will not be accepted for candidates whose current location or permanent residence is in countries sanctioned by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Asset Control.
- If the candidate is a U.S. federal government employee or anyone else whose receipt of personal cash awards may be restricted, the nominator should confirm with the candidate that they are eligible to receive this award. They welcome the nomination of NIH journalists (who may direct any questions to the NIH Ethics Office).
Selection Criteria
The winning candidate will have a body of work that:
- Translates relevant life science-related issues and topics to make them easier for the public to understand.
- Supports informed, fact-based reporting that provides background and context.
- Demonstrates objectivity in keeping with the highest quality journalism.
For more information, visit Foundation for the National Institutes of Health.
