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.
We’re thrilled to share the 21 finalists selected from a highly competitive pool of over 40 applicants. Each was chosen for their exceptional scientific merit, innovative thinking, and outstanding potential. Congratulations to this remarkable group!
A diverse panel of 41 reviewers from academia, research institutes, and industry led the evaluation. The committee included experts from institutions across Brazil, the U.S., Canada, and beyond — ensuring a rigorous and inclusive review process.
In addition to exposure and recognition, and networking opportunities, Dimensions Sciences and partners provide cash awards (US$ 2,000) and honorable mentions.
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 for ScientistA 2025 are now closed. Please check back for ScientistA 2026.
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 were accepted between June 9th 2025 (12:00 am ET) and August 11th 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.
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