Categories 2026
Best Science Documentary
Outstanding long-format factual programs across social and natural sciences reflecting an inquisitive spirit and maverick approach in exploring the world. (> 40 min)
Best Factual Series
Awarded to a limited or ongoing factual episodic program that fascinates audiences and engages with issues, through a creative, strong and interconnected narrative. (≥ 20 min/episode)
Best Nature Program
Awarded to a long-format factual program about nature and wildlife, inspiring audiences and raises awareness on the beauty and fragility of our natural world. (> 40 mins and longer)
Immersive Science Award
Bridging art and science, it is awarded to an installation, an application or online experience successfully communicating science using emerging storytelling technologies, including 360° video, VR/AR/MR programs, and games.
Short & Crisp Award
Awarded to a short-format, committed to render science accessible to a wider audience by using Social Media Networks. (all SoMe channels incl. Youtube, Vimeo, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and/or similar…) (≤ under 20 mins).
Presented by the National Institute for Science Communication (NaWik) gGmbH
POWER of Science Award : Health
This is a thematic award for a program that best captures the ideas, technologies and solutions shaping the research for the future of medicine and healthcare system.
Presented by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR)
within the framework of the Science Year 2026
