Rolex Awards for Enterprise

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The Rolex Awards is a series of biennial awards "aimed at fostering a spirit of enterprise around the world", promoted by the Swiss wristwatch company Rolex. The awards recognize outstanding achievement, particularly in the areas of science and medicine, technology and innovation, exploration and discovery,; the environment, and cultural heritage.

The awards are given to five Laureates and five Associate Laureates for pioneering efforts to expand knowledge and improve human life. Laureates receive US$100,000 each; the Associate Laureates, US$50,000.

As of 2011, 115 laureates have been selected since the awards were established in 1976. Judging is done by world-famous experts. All Laureates and Associate Laureates apply in their own behalf.

Young Laureates Programme

In 2009 the Rolex Awards introduced the Young Laureates Programme. This program goal is to "foster innovation in the next generation" The program selects 5 young enterprising individuals and provides with them funding and resources for their projects.

Award-winners

Young Laureates Award

2014

2012

2010

2009

Laureates

2008

2006

2004

2002

2000

1998

1990

Associate Laureates

2008

2006

See also

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