Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature
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Women in Technology,
Moving the World Forward.
Our aim is to recognize and celebrate the remarkable women spearheading advancements in technology, driving positive change for society and the planet. Spotlighting these achievements, we hope to inspire and empower the next generation of women in technology.
A message from the principal founders
Hiroaki Kitano
CTO,
Sony Group Corporation
Magdalena Skipper
Editor in chief of Nature
AWARD OVERVIEW
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Celebrating pioneering women committed to advancing technology for a better society.
How many winners will there be?
We will recognize three inspirational women in technology who are poised to redefine the future of their fields, positively impacting our society and the planet.
Who is it for?
Trailblazers in technology
Why Apply?
An opportunity to propel your career
What you'll receive
$250,000 prize
Early to mid-career women researchers working in academia, at a research institution, or an affiliated university spinout are invited to apply.
Winning this award unlocks a substantial prize and creates avenues to accelerate your research, elevating your professional journey to new heights.
Every recipient of this award will be granted a significant prize to advance their research endeavors. Additionally, your work will be showcased on Nature.com, amplifying its impact and fostering collaborations on a global scale.
JUDGING PANEL
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Meet our judges — visionaries and revered luminaries shaping the future of technology.
Magdalena Skipper
Editor in Chief, Nature
Dame Stephanie Shirley
IT Entrepreneur, Founder of The Stephanie Shirley Foundation
Victoria Alonsoperez
Inventor / entrepreneur, Chipsafer + IEETech
Olga Bubnova
Chief Editor of Nature Reviews Electrical Engineering
Rebecca Enonchong
Founder and Chief Executive Officer of AppsTech
Makiko Kan
Distinguished Engineer of Sony Group Corporation
Hiroaki Kitano
Executive Deputy President and CTO of Sony Group Corporation
Geetha Manjunath
CEO & CTO, Niramai
Pep Pàmies
Chief Editor, Nature Biomedical Engineering
Larissa Suzuki
Technical Director (Office of the CTO), Google
STEPS TO MOVE FORWARD
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If you believe you match the criteria and have all the key details, complete the application form.
Application period for current award cycle has closed.
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