Supporting Innovation Among Latina in Biotechnology
The New Dimension Award supports innovative projects and research conducted by emerging female Latino scientists, with a special focus on women in biotechnology in Brazil. This award aims to foster scientific discovery and advancement by providing funding and recognition to promising researchers.
It celebrates the best doctoral thesis, in partnership with the Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel (CAPES) Doctoral Thesis Award. Established in 2020, it was a game-changer as the first award's category dedicated exclusively to recognizing the contributions of female scientists in Brazil.
Every year, Brazil dazzles with around 20,000 doctoral theses, but only about 1,000 of the brightest gems are pre-selected based on scientific merit to compete for the esteemed CAPES Doctoral Thesis Award. The New Dimension Award takes this recognition further by focusing on innovation and entrepreneurship, showcasing the groundbreaking work of female scientists who are making waves in science and biotech.
The award benefits include one-time cash prize of $2,000 and lifelong access to Dimensions Sciences advice, training, coaching, and support.
Meet the Awardees
2024 Winner: Carina Aline Prado, PhD
In addition to winning the Nova Dimensão Award, Dr. Carina is the first female scientist to win the CAPES Thesis Award 2024 in Biotechnology.
Her thesis from University of Sao Paulo, Brazil, “Exploring New Technological Alternatives for Sugarcane Bagasse Biorefineries,” presents innovative methods for the sustainable use of sugarcane bagasse.
2023 Winner: Juliane Correia Gloria, PhD
In her doctoral thesis from Federal University of Amazonas, Brazil, “New Approaches to the Development of Inputs and Methods for the Diagnosis of Malaria,” Dr. Gloria showcases her groundbreaking work in malaria research.
2022 Winner: Mara Thais de Oliveira Silva, PhD
Dr. Silva's work from Federal University of Pelotas, RS, Brazil, focuses on animal health, evaluating vaccine strategies to control caseous lymphadenitis (CL), a chronic infection in goats and sheep that causes significant economic losses for farmers.
2021 Winner: Luciana Mende, PhD
Dr. Mendes’s winning thesis from Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), Brazil, developed motor neuroprosthesis devices for stroke patients and the exploration of new technology to assist ankle joint movement was awarded.
2020 Winner: Giseli Buffon, PhD
Dr. Buffon's winning thesis from UNIVATES, RS, Brazil, was on phytophagous mite infestations in rice plants.
She has since founded a technology-based company focused on developing renewable materials to replace conventional oil-based products, showcasing her dedication to sustainable innovation.
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