The Sabri Ülker Foundation has launched a new "Science Ambassadors" network to connect past winners of its Future Science Leader Award with young researchers, expanding its efforts to strengthen international scientific collaboration and support the next generation of scientists.
The initiative was introduced during the launch of the 2026 Future Science Leader Award application period, with applications opening on June 25, 2026, and remaining open until April 25, 2027.
Under the initiative, previous recipients of the Future Science Leader Award will serve as "science ambassadors," mentoring young researchers while fostering international scientific collaboration and expanding the societal impact of research in the fields of food, nutrition and public health.
The launch event featured former award winners, who shared their research achievements, international collaborations and the impact of their work since receiving the award.
A science gallery showcasing the research, scientific publications, patents and international collaborations of previous award recipients was also presented during the event.
