The UEG Rising Star Award recognises early career achievements and provides a durable platform for young researchers to further evolve their careers. The awardees are selected based on a track record of international quality research and developing scientific independence.

Selected Rising Stars 2026 will receive their award at UEG Week 2026, taking place 17th - 20th October 2026. The Rising Star award includes the following invitations and benefits:

• Invitation to give a presentation in the core programme of UEG Week 2026, including a full UEG Week faculty package
•  Possible additional faculty tasks at UEG Week 2026 and involvement in future UEG Weeks (as abstract reviewer, speaker, etc.)
• Continuous cooperation with UEG and the UEG Journal as well as UEG-supported initiatives

Read full criteria and application process

The BSG is able to provide letters of support to members who would like to apply for the role. Applications must be made to UEG by the 4th September 2025, you will need to contact [email protected] by midnight on 17th August 2025 to request a letter of support.