Walter Witzenmann Award
In recognition of the great importance of research in the humanities and social sciences, the company Witzenmann GmbH (external link) established the Walter Witzenmann Award in 1997 to support early-career researchers in Baden-Württemberg. Preference is given to works that address significant social and cultural changes and/or the possibilities and impacts of technological transformation, and—in the case of historical studies—demonstrate a connection to the present.
The award is endowed with 10,000 euros.
Who is eligible for nomination?
Researchers should be no older than 35 years of age. The proposed works must have been accepted as scholarly achievements by a university or research institute in the state of Baden-Württemberg and must have been published or submitted for publication within the past two years. If multiple authors have made significant contributions to the awarded work, the award may be awarded to them in equal shares.
Who may submit nominations?
- All members of the Philosophical and Historical Class of the Heidelberg Academy of Sciences and Humanities
- The leadership of all academic institutions at universities in Baden-Württemberg (rectors, deans, Managing Directors, heads of institutes)
- the leadership of all non-university research institutions in Baden-Württemberg (Managing Directors)
- Self-nominations are not permitted