The world needs Science,
and Science needs Women

International Awards

Created in 1998, the International Awards L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science honours - every year - 5 eminent women scientists from 5 regions of the world. Alternating every other year, these exceptional researchers are rewarded for their important contributions to the progress of science, either in Life sciences or in the fields of Physical sciences, Mathematics and Computer science. An award of €100,000 is given to each of the five laureates selected by a jury of internationally renowned exp...

For Girls in Science

The L'Oréal Foundation is launching a new version of its Pour les filles et la Science (For Girls and Science) program, designed to encourage high-school girls from the tenth grade onwards to take up scientific careers. The Pour les Filles et la Science program offers selected high-school girls the chance to take part in a support program throughout the school year, which includes participation in a scientific challenge, a scientific trip, inspiring encounters and outings to various laborator...

L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women In Science

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"Gender diversity leads to new and better quality science."


JEAN-PAUL AGON

CHAIRMAN AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF L'ORÉAL, CHAIRMAN OF THE FONDATION L'ORÉAL

"By advancing the cause of women, we can drive progress in science."


AUDREY AZOULAY

GENERAL DIRECTOR OF THE UNITED NATIONS EDUCATIONAL, SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATION

"The work of our Young Talents reflects the importance and vitality of scientific research."


ALEXANDRA PALT

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF THE FONDATION L’ORÉAL