The Global Prebiotic Association (GPA) Prebiotic Young Researcher Award honors a young scientific researcher (under 40 years old) as the first author of a research paper that has driven a remarkable advancement in the understanding of the science or impact of prebiotics. Topics can cover any aspect of prebiotic research including gut and other microbiomes.
GPA defines a prebiotic as a product or ingredient that is utilized in the microbiota producing a health or performance benefit.
The 2024 Award period is now open. Please apply below.
Meet the Past Winners:
2023 Winners
Fundamental Research
Cynthia Fernandez-Lainez
University of Groningen and University Medical Center Groningen
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Applied Research
Ambra Giorgetti
University of Oxford
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2022 Winners
Fundamental Research
Thaisa M. Cantu-Jungles
Purdue University
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Applied Research
Martin Beukema
University of Groningen
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2021 Winner
Questions: Please contact info@prebioticassociation.org.