The “What For” Award is addressed to third-year PhD students attending the 30th Workshop on the Developments in the Italian PhD Research on Food Science, Technology and Biotechnology.
The Award promotes the ability of young researchers to communicate the innovative value, practical impact and technology transfer potential of their doctoral research for food companies.Candidates interested in applying must indicate their intention in the Workshop registration form and submit a 3-minute video presenting their research and its relevance for innovation and industrial application (Guidelines for video preparation).
Main deadlines
- Application for the Award: 12th June 2026
- Video submission: 30th June 2026
- Notification of selected candidates: 31st July 2026
- Popular Jury voting deadline: 17th September 2026, 6:00 pm
- Award ceremony: 18th September 2026
The amount of the Prize is EUR 1,000.00.
Download the full regulation
For more information: phdfood2026@uniud.it