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Korea Toray Science and Technology Prize

FAQ

  • Eligibility The guidelines say the recommender should be a representative of the affiliated institution. So, who should be a recommender at the university/research institution?

    In the case of universities, the president or dean may be a recommender;

    department heads and department deans are not eligible.

    In the case of research institutions, the director may be a recommender.

  • Eligibility May I apply without being associated with an organization?

    Unfortunately, only those who belong to domestic universities and research institutes are eligible.

  • Eligibility Is there an age limit?

    No. The Science and Technology Prizes are given to researchers for their performance throughout their life.

  • Eligibility Can foreign nationals living in Korea apply?

    No. The Science and Technology Prizes are given to Korean nationals only.

  • Eligibility I belong to a domestic university/research institution but am currently dispatched to an overseas university/research institution. Am I eligible to apply?

    No. The Science and Technology Prizes are only for those who belong to domestic universities or research institutions and are employed or work full-time at affiliated institutions.

  • Eligibility What is the definition of domestic universities and research institutions?

    They refer to universities and institutions legally established under Korean law.

  • Eligibility After working at an overseas university, I moved to a domestic university, but I have many overseas research achievements. Am I eligible to apply?

    No. The prizes are given to those with research achievements in Korea.

  • Review Who are the reviewers?

    Reviewers are consists of include renowned domestic scholars in related fields.

  • Review What is the difference between the first review and second review?

    The first review is done for all Science and Technology Prize applicants by Selection Committee.

    Then, the second review is a comprehensive screening through in-depth discussion based on the results of the first review by Prize Committee of the Foundation.

  • Review Are the review results and rankings disclosed?

    No, they are not disclosed.