The Wellcome Prize for Mental Health Science with Nature has been launched to champion innovation and drive progress in one of the most urgent and under-funded areas of global health. As the first of its kind and the world’s largest prize for mental health science, it will recognise and support breakthrough advances for anxiety, depression and psychosis that deliver measurable impact.
- The prize, in partnership with Nature, will celebrate breakthroughs in mental health science. It aims to accelerate translation, influence policy and transform lives
- This award champions new pharmacological, psychological, social and digital interventions from around the world
- The overall winner will receive USD 1 million, and three finalists will be awarded USD 250,000 each.
Submissions must demonstrate scientific rigor, be backed by lived experience, and show potential for real-world impact. Key competition milestones include:
- September 18, 2026: Application deadline.
- April 2027: Shortlist announcement.
- May 2027: Finalist announcement.
- June 2027: Winner announcement
Ends On: 18th September 2026
