2027 Queen Elizabeth Prize for Innovation in Engineering (£500,000 prize)

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Application Deadline: 26 June 2026

Applications are now open for the 2027 Queen Elizabeth Prize for Innovation in Engineering. The QEPrize is a global £500,000 prize that celebrates a groundbreaking innovation in engineering and we are delighted that you have chosen to submit a nomination to highlight the innovator(s) who have contributed to a substantial, lasting change in the world.

Requirements

• Entry to the prize is open to any living individual (or up to 10 individuals) of any nationality who are personally responsible for a groundbreaking innovation in engineering which has been of benefit to humanity.

Nominations Checklist

• Does the innovation have global impact?
• Can you identify up to 10 engineers responsible?
• Do you have enough information to write a case for nomination?
• Are you able to identify at least 3 people who are familiar enough with the innovation to act as referees?

Application Timeline:

• The closing date to submit your nomination(s) is 26 June 2026
• The deadline for referees to submit supporting statements is 26 July 2026
• The winner(s) of the QEPrize will be announced on 2 February 2027 and further details will be released closer to the time

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Innovation in Engineering