Who excels at communicating research? SEK 225,000 in prize funds

For the fifth year running, prizes are awarded to individuals who have been successful in communicating research and, through their efforts, have helped to disseminate knowledge and influence public debate and development in society.

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“We’re seeing a worrying trend in which scientific facts are increasingly dismissed in public debate. That is why it’s no longer enough simply to conduct excellent research. We must also recognise and reward those who succeed in explaining it in ways that people can understand and engage with,” says Lovisa Hamrin, chair of The Hamrin Foundation.

The prizes will be presented to the winners at Örebro University’s annual academic celebrations on 6 February 2027. The total prize fund amounts to SEK 225,000 and is divided between three categories: 

• The external prize (SEK 100,000): Awarded to a researcher or other individual who has achieved a broad impact at national or international level
• Journalism prize (SEK 75,000): Awarded to a journalist who has made complex research accessible, engaging and easy to understand
• Internal prize (SEK 50,000): Awarded to a researcher or doctoral student at Örebro University

“Without effective research communication, political and personal decisions are often made on instinct rather than on evidence. This prize recognises the individuals who ensure that knowledge actually reaches both decision-makers and the wider public,” says Åke Ingerman, vice-chancellor of Örebro University.

Nominations are open between 1 October and 15 November 2026.

The Hamrin Foundation supports interdisciplinary research in media, democracy and culture. By providing funding to researchers, projects and institutions, the foundation seeks to strengthen democracy and generate long-term societal benefit.