The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) announces the “Italian Bilateral Scientific Cooperation Award” to recognize the work of an Italian experienced senior scientist who has remarkably contributed to the advancement of science and technology (S&T) while performing his/her research abroad, thus improving Italy’s S&T relations with foreign countries and International Organizations.Eligibility criteria: Researchers with Italian citizenship (age max. 65 at the time of November 20th, 2024), resident in Switzerland or in the Principality of Liechtenstein since January 1st, 2020, with at least 10 years of experience after PhD degree.