Potamkin Prize for Research in Pick's, Alzheimer's, and Related Diseases

2012 Potamkin Prize recipient Takeshi Iwatsubo, MD, PhD poses with Potamkin Family representative Glenda Greenwald and Potamkin Prize Subcommittee Chair David Holtzman, MD, FAAN

Sponsored by the AAN and the American Brain Foundation and funded through the philanthropy of the Potamkin family.

This award recognizes major contributions to the understanding of the causes, prevention, treatment, and cure for Pick's, Alzheimer's, and related diseases.

Presentation

Recipient is expected to present a 20-minute lecture during a scientific session at the 65th AAN Annual Meeting.

Recipient will receive:

  • Medallion and $100,000 prize
  • Complimentary registration for 65th Annual Meeting
  • Recognition at 2013 Awards Luncheon at 65th Annual Meeting

Eligibility

Must be in any of the following biological disciplines: neurology, neuropathology, biochemistry, molecular biology, molecular genetics, chemistry, pharmacology, immunology, physiology, or cell biology

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit one complete set of the following materials:

  1. Completed application form
  2. Current curriculum vitae
  3. Letter citing scientific accomplishments in detail
  4. Two recommendation letters
  5. Up to six selected reprints

Deadline

The 2013 scientific award deadline has passed. Award notifications will be sent to all applicants in early January.

For more information, please contact Holli Glendenning at hglendenning@aan.com or (612) 928-6140.

Award Sell Sheet