In conjunction with
This prestigious prize of £2000, offered jointly between BNOS and Brain Tumour Research goes to the individual early on in their career who has made an outstanding contribution to the field of neuro-oncology in the UK and is deemed to have the greatest potential for the future. The winner is presented with the funds at the BNOS Annual Conference and is given a platform presentation on their research portfolio. The prize money is intended to be used towards attending one (or more) neuro-oncology conferences.
Nominees should be:
- Early career researchers (within 5 years equivalent of receiving their PhD (taking into account any periods of parental leave and part-time working)), PhD students, post-doctoral researchers or research fellows*
- Clinical or basic science candidates welcome
- UK-based at the time of application
*This list is not exhaustive. If you are not sure whether you are eligible to apply, please email administrator@bnos.org.uk to enquire. The award is not open to candidates on substantive contracts or salaried University staff i.e. Professor, Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer or Consultant NHS staff
Applications for 2027 will open in January.
With grateful thanks to Brain Tumour Research for their generous joint sponsorship of this award.
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Updated: November 2025