NSERC Geoffrey Hinton Prizes
Arctic and Northern Regions
Environment, Energy and Natural Resources
Information and Communication Technology
Oceans, Fisheries and Aquaculture
Well-being, Health and Biomedical Discovery
Deadlines
Academic Unit: Inquire with unit
Memorial Deadline: Monday 2nd, November 2026
External Deadline: Thursday 5th, November 2026
Description
The NSERC Geoffrey Hinton Prizes recognize Discovery Grant applicants whose creative application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the natural sciences and engineering has generated or is poised to generate significant impact. The prizes are intended to accelerate discovery and innovation in the natural sciences and engineering by recognizing and supporting early-stage researchers who are leveraging AI in novel, innovative and impactful ways.
Each year, up to three prizes of $100,000 are awarded.
See here for more information.
You must submit your supporting document and the terms and conditions form for the Geoffrey Hinton Prizes before 8 pm EST on November 5, 2026.