The ScientistA Program
Celebrating Excellence Among Scientists
Dimension Sciences, in partnership with leading organizations, proudly presents the ScientistA Award—recognizing the remarkable achievements of Brazilian women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) at U.S. academic institutions and companies.
This award not only honors outstanding innovation and excellence but also aims to inspire the next generation of women in STEM by showcasing the powerful impact of their work on science and society.
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Dear candidates,
The technical issues with the ScientistA application form have been resolved. ✅
The form is now fully functional and ready to receive applications.
We appreciate your patience and understanding while we worked to fix the problem.
If you previously attempted to apply and received an error, we invite you to try again.
For questions or support, please contact us at scientistA@dimensionssciences.org
— The Dimensions Sciences Team
ScientistA Award 2025
Deadline extension!
Call for Brazilian Women Scientists in the US.
Applications close August 11, 2025.
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ScientistA Program Summary
Program Benefits
Program Benefits
Program Benefits
In addition to exposure and recognition, and networking opportunities, Dimensions Sciences and partners provide cash awards (US$ 2,000) and honorable mentions.
Candidates
Program Benefits
Program Benefits
The program funds women scientists from Brazil performing postdoctoral level research in the US. Projects focus on the Life, Medical or Environment Sciences fields.
Applications
Program Benefits
Applications
The application deadline for the 2025 award is August 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM ET. See the application kit below for details.
Download the Application Kit
Review the application kit, then submit your online application here (note, a Google account is required, you can create for free).
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
The ScientistA awards name came from merging the word "scientist" and "cientista" (female scientist in Portuguese). The play on words highlights the focus on women scientists and interfaces with both English and Portuguese language. The pronunciation also merges both English and Portuguese with the first part of the word pronounced as is in English and the A at the end pronounced as it would sound in Portuguese (Á H). Our name embodies the strength of these women in science building bridges between both countries.
Applications are accepted between June 9th 2025 (12:00 am ET) and August 4th 2025 (12:00am ET). See the application details in the downloads section above.
The candidates will be evaluated based on scientific merit, innovation, and candidate profile.
See the program details in the downloads section above.
Please reach us by email to Scientific Committee at scientista@dimensionssciences.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Hear From a Past Award Winner
Dr. Janaina Calu Costa, 1st Prize, 2024.
- Institution: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, MA
- Research: Maternal and Child Nutrition.
- Impact: Dr. Costa's project focuses on improving health and nutrition for mothers and children worldwide. Informing public health strategies and preventive medicine. Exploring social determinants and cultural norms impacting health.
Learn More About Past ScientistA Awards
2025 Organizing Committee
2025 Sponsors
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