The Bibliotheca Alexandria has announced launching a major international cultural and intellectual award bearing its name, reflecting its esteemed status for the first time. The award, titled “Bibliotheca Alexandrina International Award,” is directed at innovators across various fields worldwide. It carries a monetary value of one million Egyptian pounds, along with a gold medal and a certificate of appreciation for the winner in a field determined annually.
Dr. Ahmed Abdullah Zayed, Director of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, revealed that the award will be given to a prominent figure in pure sciences, applied sciences, literature, arts, social sciences, and humanities, provided they have made a distinguished scientific contribution to humanity. The award can also be granted to an institution that has made a significant contribution to the award’s theme.
For its first cycle in 2025, the award’s theme is “Applications of Green Technology to Achieve Welfare and Happiness for Humanity.” The deadline for nominations has been extended until the end of April 2025. The shortlist will be announced in May, and the winner will be determined by the end of June, with the award ceremony taking place in August.

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