Created from a bequest made to the Collège de France in 1956 by Mrs. Delheim, this prize, in accordance with the wishes of its founder, is designed to encourage young researchers in biology to pursue work in the laboratories of the Collège de France aimed at meeting the major challenges facing humanity.
The winner receives a prize of 1,600 euros and a bronze medal from the Collège de France.
The prize is traditionally awarded at the Collège de France assembly in June, on the recommendation of the biology professors. A list of winners since the award's inception is available in the Collège de France yearbook.
