GrACe

The Roman Herzog Institute awards the Roman Herzog Research Prize in Social Market Economy each year to three early-career researchers. The prize recognises research that contributes to shaping the future of our economic and social order.

The total prize fund is 35,000 €.

Doctoral and postdoctoral theses written in German or English are eligible, provided they are no more than three years old. Applicants must be aged 40 or under when applying; parental leave is taken into account. Cumulative theses are eligible.

Applications must include the thesis, a CV, a list of publications, an expert opinion and an accessible summary of the research.

The application deadline is 31 December 2026.

Further information is available here.