Call for Nominations: Fernando Gil International Prize in Philosophy of Science

The creation of the Fernando Gil International Prize in Philosophy of Science was announced by the Portuguese government at the time of his death, to honor his memory and work (1937-2006). The Prize is awarded biannually and intends to acknowledge a work of outstanding excellence in the domain of the Philosophy of Science, either regarding general epistemological problems or particular scientific areas. The amount to be paid to the laureate will be €75 000.

Nominations for the Fernando Gil International Prize 2017 in Philosophy of Science should be sent to premio-filosofia at fernando-gil.org.pt and must include the required elements. Only original and recent works by a single author, of any nationality or professional affiliation, published during the five previous years (2012-2016) are considered for the prize. The call for nominations opens on 1st September to 15th December 2016. Self-nominations will not be accepted.