Every other year, nominations are invited from the academic community for the $250,000 Kabiller Prize, the $10,000 Kabiller Young Investigator Award, and the $3,000 Kabiller Rising Star Award. The purpose of the Kabiller Prize and Awards is to recognize outstanding scientific research, honor highly creative scientists, and promote public understanding of their work and its importance to our society.

The Kabiller Prize in Nanoscience and Nanomedicine is the world’s largest monetary award for outstanding achievement in nanomedicine. It recognizes researchers who have made significant, career-long contributions to the field of nanotechnology and its application to medicine and biology. 

The Kabiller Young Investigator Award in Nanoscience and Nanomedicine honors emerging researchers who have made recent groundbreaking discoveries with the potential for lasting impact in nanoscience and nanomedicine. There is no age limit for this award.

The Kabiller Rising Star Award is presented to talented, early-career faculty scientists in recognition of the exceptional potential of their contributions to nanoscience.

Nominations for the next award cycle will be accepted from January 3 to March 1, 2025.

These awards are made possible through the generosity of Northwestern trustee and alumnus David G. Kabiller. To learn more about the awards and past recipients, visit iinano.org.

Nomination Package

Nominations are welcome from any academic institution worldwide, and nominators and/or nominees do not need to have an affiliation with the International Institute for Nanotechnology at Northwestern University. The Kabiller Prize and Awards value diverse perspectives that drive breakthroughs and are committed to recognizing outstanding scientific achievements worldwide. Nominees must hold a faculty position at an accredited academic institution.

A complete nomination package includes the following items:

1.  Nomination Letter (1-page)

2. Curriculum Vitae of the nominee

3. Copies of up to 5 publications

4. Two additional recommendation letters

Selection Process

Nominations are reviewed, and recipients chosen by an independent global selection committee comprised of experts in nanotechnology and nanomedicine. Awardees will be celebrated at a special dinner on October 14 and featured at the 2025 International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) Symposium on October 15. 

If you have any questions, please contact k-cook@northwestern.edu.