Rising Star Awards

Applications for the Rising Star Awards 2026 are closed.

 

This prize is awarded each year to the most promising, emerging scientists

The Rising Star Award recognises early career achievements and provides a durable platform for young researchers to further evolve their careers. The awardees are selected based on a track record of international quality research and developing scientific independence. 

Selected Rising Stars 2026 will receive their award on occasion of UEG Week 2026. The Rising Star status includes the following invitations and benefits: 

  • Invitation to give a presentation in the core programme of UEG Week 2026, including a full UEG Week faculty package 
  • Possible additional faculty tasks at UEG Week 2026 and involvement in future UEG Weeks (as abstract reviewer, speaker, etc.) 
  • Continuous cooperation with UEG and the UEG Journal for our own as well as UEG-supported initiatives 
Rising Stars 2026
Rising Star Awardees 2026

Christopher Black, United Kingdom
Christopher Black, United Kingdom
Arno R. Bourgonje, The Netherlands
Arno R. Bourgonje, The Netherlands
Federica Vernuccio, Italy
Federica Vernuccio, Italy
Karl Mårild, Sweden
Karl Mårild, Sweden
Nurulamin Noor, United Kingdom
Nurulamin Noor, United Kingdom
Elisa Pose, Spain
Elisa Pose, Spain
Annemarie de Vries, The Netherlands
Annemarie de Vries, The Netherlands
Jony van Hilst, The Netherlands
Jony van Hilst, The Netherlands
Sanne van Munster, The Netherlands
Sanne van Munster, The Netherlands
Federica Vernuccio, Italy
Federica Vernuccio, Italy
Alberto Zanetto, Italy
Alberto Zanetto, Italy
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