{"id":9515,"date":"2026-05-12T14:17:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T14:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/faq\/"},"modified":"2026-05-12T14:17:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T14:17:50","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h2>User Account &amp; Application<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbHow do I apply for the prize as a candidate?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbapply-as-candidate\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Candidates must fulfill all requirements through the official digital portal. The process is governed by the following protocol:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Account Authentication: Create a candidate account on the UNESCO\u2013Al Fozan International Prize platform and verify your email.<\/li>\n<li>Dossier Completion: Complete your profile, application, and upload all supporting documents required (background, achievements, publications, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Nomination Validation: Ensure your nomination is submitted by an eligible nominator before the deadline.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> Applications that are incomplete, inaccurate, or unsupported by an authorized Nominator will be automatically disqualified.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbCan I use my credentials from a previous Prize edition to access the current portal?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbcredentials\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]No. The platform is reset for each edition.<br \/>\n<strong>Important note:<\/strong> All participants, including those who applied in previous editions, must create a <strong>new account<\/strong> for the current edition. Information and documents submitted in past editions will not be migrated and will not be considered for the current edition.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbCan an application be modified after submission?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbmodify-after-submission\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]No. Applications are considered <strong>final<\/strong> once the submission action is executed. No further modifications, additions, or structural changes to the application are permitted.<br \/>\n<strong>Pre-Submission Review:<\/strong> Candidates are strongly advised to carefully review all information, including research data, academic credentials, and supporting documents, before you click \u201cSubmit Final Application\u201d button.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbHow do I know my application has been submitted?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbsubmission-confirmation\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Once you have completed your profile and application and fulfilled nomination requirements, you will be able to click on the \u201cSubmit Final Application\u201d button. Ensure that you save any changes first by clicking the \u201cSave Changes\u201d button at the bottom of the application page.<\/p>\n<p>Once you submit your application, it will be <strong>locked<\/strong> and can no longer be edited. You will receive an <strong>email confirmation<\/strong> acknowledging receipt of your application. If you do not see the confirmation email, please check your junk or spam folder.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h2>Nomination &amp; Definitions<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbWhat is the difference between signing up as a candidate and as a nominator?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbdifference-between-nominator-candidate\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidate: An eligible individual applying for the prize.<\/li>\n<li>Nominator: A representative of an <strong>eligible nominating entity<\/strong> who formally submits a nomination in support of a candidate\u2019s application. Only individuals authorized to act on behalf of an eligible entity may serve as nominators.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/call-for-applications-and-nominations-unesco-al-fozan-international-prize-for-the-promotion-of-young-scientists-in-stem\/\">Check the list of Eligible nominators<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbWhich university officials are authorized to nominate?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbuniversity-officials-nominate\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Within universities, nominations may only be submitted by <strong>senior academic or administrative leaders<\/strong> acting in an official institutional capacity. Eligible nominators include senior academic or administrative leaders such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Heads of Departments<\/li>\n<li>Deans<\/li>\n<li>University management professionals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> Nominations submitted by individual faculty members, research staff, or students in a private capacity are inadmissible. A Nominator must act as an official representative of the institution to ensure the validity of the nomination.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbIs there a quantitative limit on nominations per entity?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbnomination-limit-per-entity\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]To ensure the highest standards of excellence and institutional vetting, each authorized nominating entity is permitted to submit a maximum of three (3) nominations.<br \/>\n<strong>Important note:<\/strong> If an entity submits more than three nominations, the Secretariat of the Prize will proceed by considering the <strong>first three nominations received<\/strong>. Any additional nominations beyond this limit may not be included in the assessment process.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h2>Nomination Letter &amp; Process<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbHow is a formal nomination submitted?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbhow-to-submit-nomination\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Nominations are processed through two authorized channels. In both instances, the Nominator must be an entity verified by the Secretariat of the Prize.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Method 1: Nomination Letter Upload<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Nominating entity issues an official Letter of Nomination (that meets all specified requirements: includes an official stamps or seals, if available, to verify the endorsement). The Candidate is then responsible for uploading this document to their application portal for validation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Method 2: Direct Online Nomination<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The nominating entity can register online as a nominator and submit the nomination directly, following the steps below:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Account Authentication: Create a nominator account on the platform and then verify your email.<\/li>\n<li>Once authorized, the nominator may:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Either nominate a candidate by application ID:<\/strong> if the candidate has provided you with their unique <strong>Application ID<\/strong>, enter it in the designated field, provide all your recommendation details, and submit the nomination. The submitted nomination will be directly linked to the candidate\u2019s existing application.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Or, nominate a candidate by email:<\/strong> If the candidate hasn\u2019t started their application, enter the candidate\u2019s email address in the designated field, provide the recommendation information, and submit the nomination. Once submitted, an invitation email will be sent to the candidate, informing them about the nomination and requesting them to submit their application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> A nomination is considered valid only once it shows a <strong>\u201cSubmitted\u201d<\/strong> status in the portal. Applicants and nominators are responsible for ensuring timely and complete submission. The Secretariat cannot assume responsibility for incomplete applications or for technical issues arising from late submissions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbWhat is an official Nomination?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbofficial-nomination-definition\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]The Nomination is a mandatory testimonial\/letter issued by an authorised representative of an eligible nominating entity to support a candidate\u2019s application. An official nomination letter is a written recommendation, which shall include, in English or French, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>a description of the candidate\u2019s background and achievements;<\/li>\n<li>a summary of the work, publications and other supporting documents of major importance, submitted for consideration;<\/li>\n<li>a description of the candidate\u2019s contribution to the Prize\u2019s objectives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Nomination letter upload:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If the nominator is providing an official nomination letter, it must be a formal document that meets the following authentication standards:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Institutional Identity: The letter must be issued on the official letterhead of the eligible nominating entity.<\/li>\n<li>Verification Credentials: It must clearly state the full name, professional email address, and telephone number of the authorized representative of the nominating entity.<\/li>\n<li>Official Validation: The document must be signed by the authorized representative of the eligible nominating entity. Where applicable, official stamps or institutional seals should be applied to further verify the authenticity of the nomination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Direct online nomination:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If the eligible nominator submits the official nomination directly through the digital platform, a separate nomination letter does <strong>not<\/strong> need to be uploaded.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> Nomination is a mandatory part of the candidate\u2019s application. The nomination must be authored by an authorized representative of the eligible nominating entity.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbCan nomination letters from previous editions be reused?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbreuse-previous-nomination-letters\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]No. To ensure the accuracy, relevance and fairness of the assessment process, all nomination letters must be newly prepared and dated for the current Prize edition.<\/p>\n<p>Nomination letters submitted for previous cycles <strong>cannot be reused<\/strong> and will not be considered valid for the current application.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h2>Eligibility &amp; Re-application<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbAre there specific age requirements for eligibility?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbage-requirements\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Yes. In line with the Prize&rsquo;s mandate to support young scientists, candidates must be below 40-years-old at the time of the application deadline.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> Eligibility is determined based on the candidate\u2019s legal age as of 30 November 2026.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbMay a Candidate be nominated by more than one entity?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbmultiple-nominations-per-candidate\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Yes. While <strong>one valid<\/strong> nomination from an eligible nominator is sufficient to complete an application, a candidate may be nominated by multiple eligible entities.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbCan previously unsuccessful candidates reapply in the current edition?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbreapply-previous-candidates\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Yes. Candidates who were not selected in previous editions are welcome to reapply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria for the current edition.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> Such applicants must create a new account and submit an updated application reflecting their most recent scientific achievements and contributions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbWhat is the deadline for the current edition (Third edition)?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbcurrent-edition-deadline\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]To be considered for the third edition, all submissions, including both the candidate\u2019s application and the Nominator\u2019s testimonial\/letter, must be successfully submitted through the portal by 30 November 2026 (23:59, UTC+1).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> The application portal will automatically closed at the stated deadline. To ensure fairness and equal treatment of all candidates, late submissions cannot be accepted, and extensions cannot be granted.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h2>Results &amp; Monitoring<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbHow can I monitor the status of my application (e.g., Review, Shortlist, Rejection)?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbmonitor-application-status\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Due to the high volume of submissions and the confidential nature of the international Jury\u2019s deliberations and assessments, the Secretariat does <strong>not<\/strong> provide real-time status updates or individual feedback on applications.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> Candidates will not be notified of their status at intermediate stages of the assessment process. The \u00ab\u00a0<strong>Submitted<\/strong>\u00a0\u00bb status displayed in your portal confirms that your application has been received and is under consideration.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbAre candidates preselected or notified prior to the official announcement?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbpreselection-notification\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]No. To safeguard the integrity and independence of the selection process, all deliberations and assessments are conducted confidentially by an independent International Jury. No preliminary results, shortlists, or pre-selections are disclosed to the candidates or to the public.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Notification Protocol:<\/strong> Only the final <strong>five (5) laureates<\/strong> are notified through official correspondence once the prize-winners are selected by the Director-General of UNESCO based on the assessments and recommendations made to him\/her by the international Jury. This notification takes place shortly before the public announcement and the official award ceremony.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important note:<\/strong> All Jury proceedings are confidential. The Secretariat will not respond to inquiries regarding the status of specific applications or the progress of the deliberations and assessments.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbWhen and how are the results communicated?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbresults-communication\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Once the selection is concluded, only the <strong>five (5) laureates<\/strong> will be notified individually via official correspondence.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Public Announcement:<\/strong> The final results will be formally announced during the Official Award Ceremony.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Official Record:<\/strong> Following the ceremony, the names of the laureates will be published through the official channels of UNESCO and the Abdullah Al Fozan Foundation for Education.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important Note:<\/strong> No appeals shall be allowed against the decision of UNESCO about the award of the prize. In line with established procedures, the Secretariat is unable to provide feedback or engage in correspondence regarding selection outcomes.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb] User Account &amp; Application [\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=\u00a0\u00bbHow do I apply for the prize as a candidate?\u00a0\u00bb tab_id=\u00a0\u00bbapply-as-candidate\u00a0\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb]Candidates must fulfill all requirements through the official digital portal. The process is governed by the following protocol: Account Authentication: Create a candidate account on the UNESCO\u2013Al Fozan International Prize platform and verify your email. Dossier Completion: [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-9515","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9515","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9515"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9515\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/unescoalfozanprize.org\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9515"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}