Nominate now for the KNAW-Heineken prize for Environmental Sciences

In 2004 the Dr A.H. Heineken Prize for Environmental Sciences will be awarded for the eighth time. The selection of candidates will be based on nominations received before 1 January 2004 from other scientists or from scientific institutions throughout the world (See: Nomination procedure).

Prospective candidates should be active scientists who are expected to continue their research activities for at least ten years. Their achievements in the field of environmental research are outstanding and a source of inspiration to others. The award will be presented to a single individual. No restrictions are placed on the candidate’s nationality or sex. The Academy will particularly value the nomination of women.

The winner of the Dr A.H. Heineken Prize for Environmental Sciences will be invited to the Netherlands to receive the award in person. The recipient will be given the opportunity to lecture at the Academy as well as other academic institutions in the Netherlands (See: Scientific Programme)