Since 1959, Yad Hanadiv has proudly recognized outstanding scholars at the forefront of science and humanities, as part of its mission to help world-class academic research thrive in Israel. Prizes are awarded in recognition of outstanding scientific achievements, breakthroughs or discoveries in the following disciplines: Mathematics, Computer Sciences, Engineering, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, Jewish Studies and Humanities.
Candidates must be full-time faculty at Israeli institutions of higher learning.
Emeritus faculty are not eligible to receive the Prize.
Candidates must be permanent residents of Israel.
Nominations for the 2026 Rothschild Prize in Social Sciences, Humanities and Jewish Studies will open in Mid-2025.
Nominations for the 2028 Rothschild Prize in Mathematics, Computer Sciences, Engineering, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Chemical Sciences and Physical Sciences will open in 2027.