About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
Applications are now open for the 2026 Wellcome Prize for Mental Health Science. The Wellcome Prize for Mental Health Science with Nature champions new interventions that can transform the lives of people affected by anxiety, depression and psychosis. One winning team will receive US$1 million, with three finalists awarded US$250,000 each to accelerate adoption.
Requirements
The Prize is open to research teams developing new, effective interventions for anxiety, depression or psychosis.
Eligible teams may be based at universities, research institutes, hospitals, government or not-for-profit organisations, or small and medium sized enterprises.
The Wellcome Prize welcome applications from around the world.
Benefits
One overall Prize winner will receive US$1 million. Three runners-up will be awarded US$250,000 each.
Beyond financial backing, the prize will provide visibility, connections and practical support to help winning interventions progress towards adoption and policy integration.
Application Timeline:
Applications open: 14 May 2026
Applications close: 18 September 2026
Shortlist announced: April 2027
Finalists announced: May 2027
Winner announced: June 2027
How to apply