The Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) has launched the fourth edition of the PhD Neuroscience Prize “Pedro Lagomarsino de Leon Roig”. This prestigious award is dedicated to the memory of Pedro Lagomarsino de Leon Roig, a brilliant young Argentine researcher whose life was prematurely cut short and who was a passionate advocate for open, transparent, well-documented, and reusable science.
About the Prize
The prize aims to recognize and reward the best PhD thesis in Neuroscience and related disciplines defended in Italy during the XXXVII and XXXVIII cycles.
The evaluation will not only focus on the excellence of the scientific results but will also heavily consider the methods used for data analysis and management, with a specific emphasis on commitment to Open Science principles.
Key Information and Deadlines
- Target Audience: PhD graduates from Italian universities (Cycles XXXVII and XXXVIII) in Neuroscience or related fields.
- Core Criteria: Scientific excellence + Open Science practices (data sharing, transparency, and reproducibility).
- Application Deadline: July 20, 2026.
- Winner Announcement: Autumn 2026.
- Award Ceremony: By the end of 2026.
How to Apply
The official call for applications, available in both English and Italian, contains the link to the online submission form. Interested candidates can find the official text, guidelines, and application links directly on the official IIT webpage.
👉 Read the official announcement and submit your application on the IIT website
