Office of Research
VinFuture Prize 2025
Note: This is not a limited submission and is being sent out as a courtesy only
The VinFuture Prize was established to honor scientific research and breakthrough technological innovations that can make a significant difference in the daily lives of millions of people. The awards honor outstanding inventors and researchers from universities, academies, research labs around the globe, as well as inventors in a professional research environment.
A Grand Prize of US$ 3 million, awarded annually for breakthrough research and technological innovations that positively improve the quality of human life, and create a more equitable and sustainable world for future generations. The Grand Prize would be open to all, regardless of the candidate’s nationality, age, gender, social status, or economic background.
And three additional Special Prizes of US$ 500,000 each with a focus on promoting diversity, equity, and new fields of study will also be awarded annually to:
- Innovator(s) from Developing Country(ies);
- Women Innovator(s);
- Innovator(s) with Outstanding Achievements in Emerging Fields.
Please see the web page for additional requirements and access to the online application portal.
Inquiries and Contact Information
Investigators who identify a grant, award or fellowship program that restricts the number of applications that can be submitted from an Institution should immediately contact their Chairperson, Associate Dean for Research (or Dean, if no ADR) and the Office of Research (see below) if they intend to prepare a response. Failure to do so, or to meet the deadlines for submission of pre-proposal, will preclude submission of the application through the Office of Sponsored Programs.
For general inquiries, or to request a listing of a limited submission opportunity that should be but is not already listed, please email us at limitedsubs@uw.edu.