Sponsor

Mach-Gaensslen Foundation

Description

The prestigious Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health Research is awarded annually to an outstanding rising star researcher in the field of mental health to recognize, encourage and support them as they pursue their research interests and goals.
The Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health Research is funded by a generous donation from the Mach-Gaensslen Foundation, building upon the wishes of its founders, Mr. Vaclav Mach and Dr. Hanni Gaensslen, to support mental health research. 

Eligibility

• Researchers who are 45 years of age or younger at the deadline date
• Canadian citizens living in Canada or residing abroad but committed to return to Canada within six months from the date of the Prize. Non-Canadian citizens who are currently residing in Canada and who intend on living in Canada for the 12 months following award of the prize are also eligible.
• Candidates must have a primary affiliation with a Canadian academic or research institution, their research shall be in a mental health discipline, and they must hold an M.D. (or equivalent) and/or a PhD. Post-doctoral fellows are not eligible.

Full details regarding eligibility and the selection procedure can be found in the 2026 Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize Guidelines.

Prize

$100,000 will be awarded to one person or a research team of up to three persons. The Prize is awarded with the expectation that the recipient(s) will continue to demonstrate excellence in their field of work.

How to Apply

A single PDF application package using the online application form must be submitted to research.awards@theroyal.ca. Nomination criteria can be found in the 2026 Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize Guidelines.

Please also submit a full copy of the application package and an OR-5 to research.services@uoguelph.ca by the external deadline.

For More Information

Please contact research.awards@theroyal.ca or kkariyap@uoguelph.ca. Please also visit the Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health Research webpage.