AAN Neuro-infectious Disease Award

Sponsored by the AAN and supported by the Neuro-infectious Disease Section.

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About

This award recognizes individuals who have made a contribution to neuro-infectious disease research.

Timeline

• Applications open: June 25, 2024
• Applications close: October 31, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. CT

Presentation

Recipient is expected to present a 10-minute lecture during an infectious disease scientific session at the 2025 Annual Meeting.

Benefits

• Certificate of recognition and a minimum of $1,000 prize
• Complimentary registration for the 2025 Annual Meeting
  

Eligibility

Must be no more than five years from completion of most recent training program and no higher academic rank than assistant professor. Industry employees are not eligible to apply.

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit one complete set of the following materials:

1. Completed application form
2. Current curriculum vitae
3. Letter summarizing the focus of the applicant's research program, the independent contributions made by the applicant in the field of neuro-infectious disease, and reasons why the applicant should receive the award
4. Letter of support from colleague/mentor

Nominations 

This award accepts both self-applicants and nominations. Nominators should complete the submission form and select the option "I wish to nominate someone". The nominee will receive an email with a link to complete the award application and upload their application materials. Nominators do not need to provide application materials for the nominee.

Judging Criteria 

All applications received by the deadline date will be judged based on the following criteria: 

• CV - Judges will consider scientific citizenship, track record (number of papers, first authorships, journal impact, etc.), and career stage.
• Summary Letter - Letter should demonstrate the following qualities: innovative, clearly described, impact, consistent with skill set, appropriate statistical methodology, evidence of ethical considerations, and potential to fill a gap.
• Letter of Support - Letter should display the following: strength of professional potential, outline ownership of project, outline aspects that define a researcher, and outline career trajectory related to this award.
• Overall Impact on the Field - Judges will consider scientific integrity, academic excellence, legacy of mentorship, outstanding professionalism, and inspiration for future generations.

Questions?

For more information or questions, please contact the Scientific Awards Team at science@aan.com.