The Wellcome Trust Science Writing Prize 2014
In association with the 'Guardian' and the 'Observer'
The closing date for entries is 11 May 2014.
About the Prize
Year after year this prestigious competition continues to attract hundreds of bright, promising, non-professional science writers, providing a springboard to develop their careers.We are looking for short articles that address any area of science and which would be suitable for publication in the 'Guardian' or the 'Observer', in print and online. You must demonstrate that you have thought about and understood your audience and that you can bring a scientific idea to life.
The judges are looking for originality, bright ideas and a distinctive writing style. Your 800-word article should show a passion for science and the potential to encourage the general public to consider, question and debate key issues in science and society.
Submit an entry
Categories
To enter you must be a non-published* writer based in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands or Isle of Man. There are separate categories for:1. professional scientists of postgraduate level and above
2. anyone else with a non-professional interest in science (including undergraduate science students).
The winner of each category will receive a prize.
* By 'published' writers we mean professional journalists and authors who already write for money.
We welcome entries from bloggers and student journalists.
See our frequently asked questions and answers
What you can win
Prizes will be awarded by a panel of judges and will be presented at a ceremony in October 2014.The winning articles from each category will be published in the 'Guardian' or the 'Observer'.
Winners will also receive a £1000 cash prize.
For inspiration you can download our free PDF booklet with last year's shortlisted entries**.
** The information in this booklet is for reference only.
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