Honoring Scientists
for
Innovation, Dedication, and Discovery
If you're a passionate scientist or researcher pushing the boundaries of innovation in STEM, we welcome the opportunity to review your application!!!
The Research Excellence Award

"Research Excellence"
Award
The Research Excellence Award for Rising Stars is a prestigious global accolade established to celebrate the most promising young scientific minds whose innovative research is already making a significant impact in their fields. This award recognizes exceptional researchers who are poised to shape the future of science across disciplines such as Life Sciences, Technology, and Translational Research, among others.
Awardees will be honored in four distinguished categories: Gold, Silver, Bronze, and the Popular Choice Award. Each awardee will receive a certificate, prize money, an interview opportunity at NOBiotics, and will be showcased on social media to ensure their groundbreaking achievements are recognized at every stage of their scientific journey!!
The Research Excellence Award for Rising Stars is a distinguished honor, proudly funded by Green Scientist, NOBiotics, and Dr. Jiten Pant. It celebrates the exceptional contributions of young researchers whose groundbreaking work is shaping the future of science. We invite talented scientists from all corners of the globe to apply for this extraordinary opportunity, advance their careers, and join the ranks of pioneering innovators who are defining the scientific breakthroughs of tomorrow.
Important Dates:
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Application Deadline: will be anounced soon!
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Award Review and Announcements: Awardees will be announced three months following the application deadline.
Purpose
The Research Excellence Award for Rising Stars seeks to formally acknowledge the remarkable contributions of young researchers who are driving the future of science. By celebrating their groundbreaking work, this award aims to amplify their visibility and influence in the scientific community, while inspiring the next generation of innovators. This recognition serves as a powerful platform to support their career advancement and to elevate their ongoing contributions to the scientific world.
Career Advancement Opportunity
In addition to the prestigious honor of being named a global leader in research, awardees will have the exclusive opportunity to be directly shortlisted for interviews for esteemed roles at Green Scientist and NOBiotics, organizations dedicated to advancing scientific innovation and excellence.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Research Excellence Award for Rising Stars, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Academic Credentials: PhD, Postdoctoral researchers, Tenure-Track Professors, and Industrial Scientists in Biotech and Biopharma Companies in USA and Globally!
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Research Impact: Active, impactful research with significant national and international implications in Science and Technology fields such as Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biomedical Technology, and Translational Research.
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Publication Record: At least four peer-reviewed publications, each with a minimum of 50 citations and an h index=5, i-10 index of at least 3, demonstrating scholarly influence and impact.
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Global Eligibility: US based sciencetist as well as Scientists across the globe, regardless of their citizenship status or current residence, are eligible to apply.
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Alternate Eligibility: International Scientists in the USA who do not meet all criteria may still be eligible to apply for the "ExtraOrdinary Ability Award." Please check specific eligibility details for further guidance.
The ExtraOrdinary Ability and International Impact Award

"The ExtraOrdinary Ability and International Impact" Award
The ExtraOrdinary Ability and International Impact Award is a prestigious recognition established to honor exceptional international scientists whose work not only excels at the national level but also carries profound global significance
This prestigious award celebrates the extraordinary achievements of international scientists whose contributions not only demonstrate intellectual excellence but also have the potential to shape the future of global science and technology. We look forward to your application and to honoring those making transformative contributions to the advancement of knowledge, innovation, and society.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Academic Qualifications: An advanced degree (MS, PhD) in a STEM discipline or Business, awarded by any legitimate and accredited institution globally.
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Research Impact: Active engagement in research with profound implications, especially in high-impact areas such as Life Sciences, Technology, and Translational Research and all other STEM disciplines.
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Publication Record: A minimum of three peer-reviewed publications, each with at least 25 citations, reflecting the scholarly and scientific influence of your work.
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Visa Status: International scientists working in the U.S. on a valid legal visa (F1, J1, O1, L1, H1B), or their dependents on F2, J2, O2, or H4 visas.
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Alternate Eligibility: Candidates not meeting the visa criteria may be eligible for the Research Excellence Award. Please refer to the specific eligibility details.
Application Materials:
To apply, please submit the following documents:
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Completed Questionnaire: Provide detailed, thoughtful responses to the questions outlined in the application form.
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Updated CV: A comprehensive, current CV detailing your academic background, publications, peer-review responsibilities, awards, and any media mentions.
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Publicly Accessible Work Profiles: Include links to your professional online profiles (LinkedIn, Google Scholar, ResearchGate, GitHub, etc.).
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1-Page Personal Statement: A concise essay articulating the national and international impact of your work, highlighting how this award will advance your career goals, and why your contributions are unique to your field.
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Supplementary Documents (if requested): Additional documents may be requested for verification purposes.
Selection Process:
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Primary Screening: All applications will undergo an initial screening to assess the quality and completeness of the materials submitted.
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Final Merit Determination: A distinguished jury of experts in the STEM field will evaluate applications based on the scientific merit, national and international relevance, and potential impact of the research.
Important Dates:
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Application Deadline: Coming Soon. Stay tuned and follow the Green Scientist LinkedIn page for exclusive updates and announcements on the award.
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Award Review and Announcements: The awardees will be announced three months following the deadline.
Funded by Green Scientist, NOBiotics, and Dr. Jiten Pant—a scientist and entrepreneur originally from India and now settled in the United States—this award aims to celebrate groundbreaking research in fields such as Life Sciences, Technology, and Translational Research. Dr. Pant, a staunch advocate for scientific innovation, is dedicated to acknowledging and empowering those scientists whose research holds the potential to drive progress in critical scientific disciplines.
This award will be presented in four distinguished categories: Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Popular Choice Award.
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Each recipient will receive a formal certificate, a financial grant, and exclusive opportunities for global recognition on leading scientific and professional platforms. The award is designed to elevate the careers of international scientists whose work is poised to have a lasting impact on both scientific progress and society at large.
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Eligible candidates will also be given the opportunity for an interview for job positions (contingent on open positions at the time of the review process and later) at Green Scientist and NOBiotics.
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Additionally, awardees may receive further subsidies toward Green Card applications (NIW, EB1A, and O1A) if selected.
"LUMINARY SCIENTIST AWARD"
(by Invitation only)
The Luminary Award by Green Scientist recognizes exceptional role models in life sciences, technology, and translational research whose contributions drive meaningful advancements in their fields. This prestigious honor is awarded selectively throughout the year and is strictly by invitation only, celebrating scientists whose work embodies innovation, impact, and leadership.
NOMINATE A ROLE MODEL:
The award is by invitation only. If selected, you will receive an official email from Green Scientist.
If you know someone deserving of this prestigious recognition, we encourage you to submit their name, a brief description of why you believe they deserve the award, and links to their work (LinkedIn, Google Scholar, Website, ResearchGate, news/media) along with their email address. This will allow us to review their credentials and reach out for further information.
Each awardee will receive a certificate and be prominently showcased on social media, ensuring their groundbreaking achievements are celebrated and recognized at every stage of their scientific journey.
Open to scientists across the globe, no citizenship or visa criteria!!