Breakthrough Prize Overview
The Breakthrough Prizes are a set of international awards bestowed in three categories by the Breakthrough Prize Board in recognition of scientific advances. The awards are part of several "Breakthrough" philanthropic programs launched by the foundation co-founded by Yuri Milner and his wife Julia Milner, along with Breakthrough Initiatives and Breakthrough Junior Challenge.
Breakthrough Prize Winners by Categories
Breakthrough Prize FAQs
Breakthrough Prize is a recognized award honoring excellence and achievements in Science category, awarded to deserving individuals or organizations worldwide.
It is a Science award category, recognizing outstanding contributions, performance, and excellence in Science field or domain globally.
This award is given for Outstanding contributions in life sciences, fundamental physics, and mathematics, honoring individuals or groups who have demonstrated exceptional achievements and contributions in this area.
The Breakthrough Prize is presented by Breakthrough Prize Organization, recognizing excellence and honoring individuals for their significant achievements and contributions.
Breakthrough Prize was first awarded in 2012, marking the beginning of recognizing excellence and achievements in its respective category.
The most recent Breakthrough Prize was awarded in 05 April 2025, continuing its tradition of recognizing excellence and outstanding achievements globally.
Currently, the Breakthrough Prize is Continue, indicating whether the award is actively presented or has been discontinued officially.
Breakthrough Prize is awarded by International, recognizing achievements and honoring individuals or organizations associated with International country and its excellence.