
Vaccine Research
and Innovation
Breakthroughs in vaccine development (e.g., new technologies or methodologies)
Innovations in vaccine platforms, such as mRNA, viral vectors, or protein subunit vaccines.
Research addressing emerging infectious diseases and diseases of special concern in the region.
Immunization Programs and Public Health Impact
Effective implementation of large-scale vaccination campaigns.
Programs that significantly reduce vaccine-preventable diseases.
Strategies for improving immunization coverage.
Community Engagement
and Advocacy
Advocacy campaigns promoting vaccine awareness and acceptance.
Initiatives addressing vaccine misinformation and hesitancy.
Engagement with local communities to improve vaccine literacy.
Digital Health
and Technology
Use of digital tools to enhance vaccine delivery, monitoring, and documentation.
Development of AI methods or technologies to improve vaccine logistics, tracking or uptake.
Vaccine Safety
and Monitoring
Innovations in vaccine safety testing and monitoring adverse effects.
Contributions to pharmacovigilance systems for vaccines.
Lifetime Achievement
in Vaccinology
Recognition of individuals with a long-standing impact on vaccine science, policy, or implementation.
An esteemed panel of national, regional, and international experts in vaccinology, public health, and infectious diseases will carefully evaluate nominations and select the award recipients.
Submit your nominations highlighting groundbreaking work in vaccinology and public health.
Detailed nomination guidelines and forms can be downloaded below
Individuals and organizations dedicated to advancing vaccine science and public health are invited to submit nominations. We encourage nominations from researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community leaders.
Winners will be acknowledged for their significant contributions that have positively impacted public health outcomes and disease prevention. The inaugural Saudi Vaccine Award ceremony will be held during the Annual Saudi International Vaccination Forum.
Nomination Deadline: 17 April 2026
The award ceremony will be held during the 8th Saudi International Vaccination Forum on 8-10 May 2026
For more information and to submit your nomination, please contact:
Infection Prevention and Control Program
Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs
Tel: +966 50 857 3796
Email: [email protected]
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