Cell Press – Rising Black Scientists Awards
The gaps in support, funding and opportunities are significant for Black scientists in the US, particularly for early-career researchers. The Rising Black Scientist Awards aim to address these challenges by providing recognition and resources to undergraduate and graduate/postdoctoral Black scholars in the life and physical sciences, recognizing that success in science is driven not only by a combination of talent and motivation but also access to strong support networks, recognition and opportunities during the critical early career stage.
What we do
The Elsevier Foundation supports the Rising Black Scientists Awards, which recognize exceptional early-career researchers and help amplify their voices in the scientific community.
Award recipients receive financial support for their research as well as opportunities to share their ideas through publication in leading Cell Press journals. By highlighting the perspectives and work of emerging Black scientists, the initiative helps strengthen representation and encourage continued participation in STEM fields.
How we deliver
Each year, award winners are selected from a competitive pool of applicants across multiple scientific disciplines. In addition to research funding and travel support, winners publish essays in widely read scientific journals, giving them an international platform to share their work and perspectives.
The program also recognizes several honorable mentions, further expanding opportunities for early-career researchers to gain visibility and recognition. Through these awards and publications, the partnership contributes to building a more inclusive scientific community and supporting the next generation of scientific leaders.
