Named in honor of Andreas Vesalius (1514–1564), the pioneering anatomist and physician whose seminal work De humani corporis fabrica (“On the Fabric of the Human Body”) transformed the study of anatomy and laid the foundations of modern medical science, this prize recognizes outstanding scholarship in the health humanities.
The award celebrates contributions that explore the intersections of anatomy, art, the history of medicine, and the cultural representation of the body, honoring work that deepens our understanding of how the human form has been studied, represented, and interpreted across time.
Evaluation Criteria – Vesalius Health Humanities Prize
Submissions should address one or more of the following:
Connect anatomy with other fields such as medical history, art, or culture.
Show anatomy as more than science, including its artistic or experiential sides.
Engage with the legacy of Vesalius and the history of anatomical study.
Use an interdisciplinary approach that combines clinical, historical, or artistic perspectives.
Explore how people learn, see, or represent the human body across time.
Candidates
We welcome inquiries from individuals or institutions who consider their work to be a suitable candidate for the Vesalius Health Humanities Prize.