German Thesis Award

Every year, we present the German Thesis Award to the best doctoral graduates in Germany from all disciplines. In addition to academic excellence, the Award primarily focuses on the broader social relevance of a particular piece of research. As such, the award encourages young scientists to highlight the value of their research to society and to discuss their work in public.

We award prizes totalling more than € 100,000 for significant and innovative research, including three top prizes of € 25,000 each. This makes the German Thesis Award one of the most highly endowed prizes awarded to young scientists in the country. The competition is held under the auspices of Bundestag President Bärbel Bas.

Call for Applications

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Call for Applications

You would like to apply for the German Thesis Award 2024? Find all information about the conditions of participation and the call for entries here.

Bundestag President Bärbel Bas
Deutscher Bundestag/Tobias Koch

“We need creative and dedicated scientists that tackle the pressing challenges of our time.”

Bundestag President Bärbel Bas

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The winners of the German Thesis Award 2024

Clean air for children's health, vocational training for sustainability in the metal industry and new approaches in cancer therapy: we are honouring the most important dissertations 2024.

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Programme Director
German Thesis Award, Hamburg Horizons

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Programme Manager
German Thesis Award

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Programme Manager
German Thesis Award

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German Thesis Award, Hamburg Horizons

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