WFSBP Awards 2026
In addition to our previously announced WFSBP Awards for Excellence in Education, Lifetime Achievement and Research Prize, we have also opened the Call for Applications for our Young Investigator Awards.
WFSBP Young Investigator Awards
Applications for the WFSBP Young Investigator Awards 2026 are open to psychiatrists, psychologists, and basic researchers under the age of 40 who have submitted a poster abstract. The awards support participation in the WFSBP & GCBP Joint Meeting in Jaipur, with awardees receiving complimentary registration and a €750 Travel Award.
Applications open:
16 February 2026
Extended Submission Deadline:
27 April 2026
Announcement of Award Winners:
2 June 2026
Read the full award submission criteria.
Priority will be given to candidates from low- and middle- income countries.
Award applications should be sent by email to info@wfsbp.org.
WFSBP Distinguished Awards
WFSBP invites nominations for its WFSBP Awards, recognising excellence and leadership in biological psychiatry.
Submissions are open for the following WFSBP awards:
Award for Excellence in Education
For senior scientists whose lifework has significantly influenced education in biological psychiatry.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Honouring senior researchers with a distinguished record of scientific leadership, mentorship, and long-term impact on the field.
Research Prize
Awarded to researchers who have made exceptional contributions to biological psychiatry research.
Award submissions should be sent by email to info@wfsbp.org.
Applications open:
12 January 2026
Extended submission deadline:
27 April 2026
Announcement of Award Winners:
2 June 2026
Read the full award submission criteria.
Nominations of members from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.