SHANGHAI, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Palladium Global Science Award announced the launch of the second edition of its international scientific competition for new palladium applications, with a prize fund of $350,000. Submissions are open from 2 March to 31 July 2026 at .
The Palladium Global Science Award was established in 2025 as a global platform to identify and support scientific and technological breakthroughs using palladium — a metal with unique catalytic activity, hydrogen absorption capability, oxidation resistance, high electrical conductivity, and magnetic susceptibility. The award recognizes breakthrough developments, scientific articles, and applied concepts that use palladium in new ways, making technologies more efficient, economically advantageous, and ready for large-scale industrial implementation.
The award recognizes five winners across three nominations: Best Scientific Development, Best Scientific Article and Best Applied Concept. Applications will be reviewed by the International Expert Council, comprising top scientists and experts from major universities and research centres around the world. The general partner of the international scientific competition is the China Precious Metals Industry Committee.
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In 2025, the competition received 100 entries from over 30 countries. Five outstanding scientists from Canada, Japan, India, the USA and Saudi Arabia were selected as winners with projects spanning organic chemistry, drug development, green methanol production, and water purification. In its second season, the organizers expect an increase in the number of submissions and interest from even more countries.
The award is open to scientists, researchers, engineers, startups and R&D teams from around the world. Candidates can apply and find out more details on the official Palladium Global Science Award website at .
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