Rolex Awards for Enterprise

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 Rolex 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 accord generous support to five Laureates and five Associate Laureates for their pioneering efforts to expand knowledge and improve human life. For their new ventures or completion of ongoing projects. Laureates receive US$ 100,000 each, a gold Rolex chronometer, the benefits of official recognition via an awards ceremony and international publicity. The Associate Laureates whose projects are deemed exceptionally promising by the judges also each receive a financial award (US$ 50,000 Associate Laureates in 2008; before it was US$ 35,000), a steel-and-gold Rolex chronometer, and official recognition through ceremonies in their home countries. The accomplishments of these Laureates and Associate Laureates benefit needy communities in the developing world.

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

The winners of the inaugural Young Laureates Awards are:

The Rolex Award Laureates for 2008 included:

The Rolex Award Laureates for 2006 included:

The Rolex Award Laureates for 2004 included:

The Rolex Award Laureates for 2002 included:

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