These awards, which honor the figure of biochemist Margarita Salas, an international reference in molecular biology, continue the initiative to promote research that began in 2021. The main purpose is to facilitate the transfer of knowledge generated in the university environment to the labor market and society in general.
“"From Madrid, we want to be allies, facilitating the transfer of knowledge generated in laboratories and doctoral theses to the labor market."
Doctoral theses can compete for recognition in three main categories: Basic Sciences, Life Sciences, and Applied Technology. Each of these categories has four awards, with monetary endowments ranging from 16,000 to 4,000 euros. The total sum distributed among the winners amounts to 129,000 euros.
One of the novelties of this edition is the inclusion of a special award within the Life Sciences category, specifically dedicated to the biochemical research of pancreatic cancer, which is endowed with 15,000 euros.
Researchers who have defended their doctoral thesis in universities in the Madrid region during 2024 or 2025 are eligible to apply for these awards. The deadline for receiving applications is May 25, 2026. All detailed information on the requirements and the registration process is available on the City Council's electronic headquarters.
