In recognition of distinguished toxicologists
and students, SOT presents several prestigious awards each year. In addition
to receiving the specific award, recipients are honored at a special Awards
Ceremony at the SOT Annual Meeting and their names are listed in SOT publications.
The deadline for most SOT 2009 Award
nominations is October 9, 2008.
The Awards Committee reviews applications and selects the winners
for SOT Awards and Sponsored Awards. Nominations for most of these awards
must be submitted by a sponsor and a seconder who are Full members of
SOT.
For your convenience, SOT has simplified the process of nomination
candidates for SOT Sponsored Awards through the Awards Nomination On-Line
system (closed). The process is easy and takes less than 15 minutes to
submit your nomination. Refer to the award descriptions below to learn
if the award nomination can be submitted through the Awards Nomination
On-Line system.
The supporting documentation must indicate the candidate's
achievements in toxicology and is critical in the review of each candidate.
See the award description for the additional requirements for some of
the awards, including the Sponsored Awards. The Best Paper Awards are
reviewed by the Board of Publication.
Student awards, both SOT and Sponsored Awards, are reviewed
by the Education Committee, and application procedures are specific for
each award.
Other student awards are available through Regional Chapters
and Specialty Sections. A student may apply for any award for which he
or she is eligible and may receive multiple awards, whether SOT, Regional
Chapters, or Specialty Sections sponsor the awards. Policies related to
travel awards are determined by the sponsor (SOT, Regional Chapter, or
Specialty Section).
The Achievement Award is presented to a member of the
Society of Toxicology who has less than 15 years experience since obtaining
his/her highest earned degree (in the year of the Annual Meeting of the
Society of Toxicology) and who has made significant contributions to
toxicology.
This award consists of a plaque and a cash stipend.
Available for nomination
through Awards Nomination On-line (Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Arnold J. Lehman Award is presented to recognize
an individual who has made a major contribution to risk assessment and/or
the regulation of chemical agents, including pharmaceuticals. The contribution
may have resulted from the application of sound scientific principles
to regulation and/or from research activities that have significantly
influenced the regulatory process. The nominee may be employed in academia,
government, or industry and must be an SOT member. This award consists
of a plaque and a cash stipend.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line
(Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The AstraZeneca Traveling Lectureship Award is
presented through the Society of Toxicology to recognize excellence in
research
and service in toxicology. AstraZeneca, Ltd., provides one award annually
to promote greater collaboration between European and North American
toxicologists
and to enable North American toxicologists to undertake a 3–4 week
lecture tour of Europe. The award is intended to familiarize the recipient
with research and regulatory issues in Europe as well as bring a North
American perspective to these issues. Candidates for this award should
be established, mid-career North American scientists who are members
of
the Society and who demonstrate the ability to develop collaborative
relationships with European colleagues. One award is given each year
in the amount of
$6,000.
Applications must include a statement of the applicant's experience
and area of expertise. A proposed itinerary and its underlying rational
should be provided, along with an indication of the benefits that the
lectureship will confer on the applicant. The itinerary must include
a
visit and lecture at AstraZeneca's Alderley Park Facility in Cheshire,
England. Candidates should contact the itinerary hosts prior to submission
of the application. The application should not exceed 1,500 words.
The following format is suggested for the application:
1. Name and affiliation
2. Statement of experience and expertise
3. Proposed lecture itinerary
4. Rationale for itinerary
5. Statement of benefits to the applicant
6. Curriculum vitae
The Society of Toxicology Awards committee will select the
recipient for the AstraZeneca Traveling Lectureship. The awardee will
be named at the SOT 2005 Annual Meeting.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line (Open
July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Board of Publications Best in Paper Award for the
Best Paper in Toxicological Sciences is presented
to the author(s) of the best paper published in the official SOT publication
during a 12-month period, terminating with the June issue of the calendar
year preceding the Annual Meeting at which the award is presented. The
author(s) need not be a member of the Society of Toxicology. Submissions
should include a one-page summary of the paper's contribution to the
science
of toxicology and the citation for the article for which the nomination
is being made. Any member of the Society may submit one title for consideration
for this journal award. In addition, the titles of no more than six papers
to be considered for this award are submitted by the editor. All papers
submitted will be evaluated by the Board of Publications. This award
consists of a plaque and a cash stipend.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line
(Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
Best Paper in Toxicological Sciences (Formerly
known as F.A.A.T.)
The Burroughs Wellcome Fund Toxicology Scholar Award
offered five-year scholar awards to support career development in toxicology.
These awards were intended to identify and encourage the development
of
established, independent investigators whose work will advance the understanding
of toxicological processes on both fundamental and physiologic levels.
(This award is no longer being offered.)
Colgate-Palmolive Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Award in In Vitro Toxicology
The Colgate-Palmolive Company sponsors the Colgate-Palmolive
Post-Doctoral Fellowship Award in In Vitro Toxicology through
the Society of Toxicology to advance the development of alternatives
to
animal testing in toxicological research. The award is given in alternate
years and includes a stipend and research-related costs (up to $33,000)
for one year. The award may be extended for an additional year upon agreement
between Colgate-Palmolive and the post-doctoral fellow. Post-doctoral
trainees who are employed by academic institutions, federal/national
laboratories
or research institutes worldwide may apply. Preference is for applicants
in their first year of study beyond the Ph.D., M.D., or D.V.M. degree.
The Education Committee will review applications, which are due in even
calendar years and the fellowship is awarded for the following year. The
next application deadline: October 9, 2006 for
the 2007 Award.
Colgate-Palmolive/SOT Awards for Student
Research Training in Alternative Methods
The purpose of the Colgate-Palmolive/SOT Awards for Student
Research Training in Alternative Methods is to enhance student research
training using in vitro methods or alternative techniques to
reduce, replace or refine use of animals in toxicological research. The
Education Committee will present the awards to graduate students or to
institutions that provide research internships. Four to six awards of
up to $3,500 each are available. The three deadlines for applications
are February 15, June 15, and October 15.
Graduate
Students:The award will help to defray expenses
for graduate students in toxicology to visit an off-site laboratory for
the purpose of gaining knowledge about and developing in vitro
or alternative toxicology techniques that will support student's dissertation
research. The overall goal of this program is to support the replacement,
reduction or refinement of currently used animal models in toxicology
research and testing.
Institutions: Awards will also be made to
institutions that propose a 10-week research experience for students (at
any level) involving in vitro toxicology or alternative methods
to reduce, replace or refine the use of animals in toxicology research.
The Colgate-Palmolive Grants for Alternative Research will identify and support
efforts that promote, develop, refine, or validate
scientifically acceptable animal alternative methods to facilitate the safety
assessment of new chemicals and formulations. Scientists at any
stage of career progression may submit a proposal.
High priority will be given to projects that:
Use in vitro or non-animal models
Reproductive and Developmental
Toxicology
Neurotoxicology
Systemic Toxicology
Sensitization
Acute toxicity
Deadline for applications is August 1, 2005.
Applications can be for a single year or multi-year, and candidates can
re-apply for additional funding each year. The maximum award in any one
year will not be greater than $40,000. Awards are made as a single lump
payment. An expert panel from the SOT In Vitro Specialty Section will
recommend a prioritized list of applicants for funding, with the final awards designated by the SOT Awards Committee.
Colgate-Palmolive Traveling Lectureship
in Alternative Methods in Toxicology Award
The Colgate-Palmolive Company sponsors the Colgate-Palmolive
Traveling Lectureship in Alternative Methods in Toxicology Award annually
through the Society of Toxicology. This award covers expenses for
an individual
scholar to visit institution(s) for the dissemination of knowledge and
for stimulating research that takes advantage of modern in vitro
toxicology approaches. The overall goal of this program is to make scientists
aware of the benefits of modern in vitro toxicology approaches
and to simulate research for the replacement, reduction or refinement
of currently used animal models. The scholar may be asked to make a special
presentation at the SOT Annual Meeting. Lecturing scholars should be
established, mid-career through late-career scientists who are members
of SOT and who are developing
collaborative relationships with scientists at other institutions.
Requests for funds can be made by the individual scholar or
by an organization such as universities, colleges, SOT Specialty Sections
and SOT Regional Chapters, and other toxicology organizations that are
interested in inviting the scholar. Up to $15,000 is available. The
Awards
Committee reviews the applications, which must be accompanied by a statement
of the applicant’s experience, a brief overview of the techniques
to be discussed in the lecture and a letter from the hosting institution(s)
indicating their interest in serving as host and the potential benefits
to the institution. Available for nomination through Awards Nomination
On-line
(Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
Contributions
to Public Awareness of the Importance of Animals in Toxicology Research Award
The Contributions to Public Awareness of the Importance
of Animals in Toxicology Research Award is presented annually
to an individual (or organization) in recognition of contributions
made to the
public understanding of the role and importance of experimental animals
in toxicological science. This award may be for either a single seminal
piece of work or a longer-term contribution to public understanding of
the necessity of the use of animals in toxicological research both
to
ensure and enhance the quality of human and animal health and the environment.
The award consists of a plaque and a cash stipend.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line (Open
July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Distinguished Lifetime Toxicology Scholar Award, formerly
the Scientific Achievement Award, is presented to
a member of SOT who has made substantial and seminal scientific contributions
to the discipline of toxicology. The prime consideration of the award
is scientific accomplishments and not necessarily service to the
Society.
This award consists of a plaque and a cash stipend.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line
(Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Education Award is presented to an individual who
is distinguished by the teaching and training of toxicologists and who
has made significant contributions to education in the broad field of
toxicology. This award consists of a plaque and a cash stipend.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line
(Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Enhancement of Animal Welfare Award is presented
annually to a member of the Society in recognition of the contributions
made to the advancement of toxicological science through the development
and application of methods that replace, refine, or reduce the need for
experimental animals. This award recognizes outstanding/significant contributions
made by members of the Society of Toxicology to the scientifically sound
and responsible use of animals in research. The achievement recognized
may be either a seminal piece of work or a long-term contribution to toxicological
science and animal welfare. The award consists of a plaque and a cash
stipend.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line
(Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Frank R. BloodAward was presented to the
author(s) of the best paper published in official SOT publications during
a 12-month period terminating with the June issue of the calendar year
preceding the Annual Meeting at which the award was presented. (This
award
is no longer being offered by SOT and has been replaced by the Best
Paper Award.)
The Graduate Student Fellowship Awards are provided
by Novartis Corporation and are open to student members of the SOT engaged
in full-time graduate study towards a Ph.D. degree in toxicology. The
major professor must be a SOT member. The Education Committee's evaluation
is based primarily on originality of the dissertation research productivity,
relevance to toxicology, scholastic achievement and letters of recommendation.
Finalists are interviewed at the Annual Meeting and receive travel support.
Graduate Student Travel Awards defray expenses for
students presenting platform talks or posters at the annual meeting.
To be eligible,
the student must be an SOT member (or have submitted a membership
application) who has not previously received a graduate student travel
award.Each
institution
may rank and submit applications from students (maximum of three
students).
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line (Open
July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Society of Toxicology recognizes non-members who embody
outstanding and sustained achievements in the field of toxicology with
the Honorary Member Award. Candidates are nominated by two voting
or associate members of the Society. Seconding letters and information
regarding career achievements in toxicology should accompany the nomination.
A two-thirds vote of Council determines recipients, with not more
than
two Honorary Members elected during any one term of Council.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line
(Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Merit Award is presented to a member of the Society
of Toxicology in recognition of a distinguished career in toxicology.
This award consists of a plaque and a cash stipend.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination On-line (Open
July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
The Minority Undergraduate Student and Advisor Awards provide
support for awardees to participate in the Undergraduate Education Program
at the SOT Annual Meeting. This program is an introduction to the discipline
of toxicology for undergraduate science majors and includes an orientation,
a special poster session with scientists, and activities with a SOT mentor.
The travel awards are for those from races and ethnic groups under-represented
in the sciences (African American, American Indian or Hispanic American)
and for their advisors. Advisors are eligible regardless of racial or
ethnic background. Meeting registration and support for travel, lodging,
and meals are provided for students and advisors who are not local to
the meeting site. Students and advisors from local institutions receive
registration and an expense stipend. The program is supported in part
by NIH-MARC, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson.
The Public Communications Award is presented by the
Society of Toxicology to recognize an individual who has made a major
contribution to broadening the awareness of the general public on toxicological
issues through any aspect of public communications. The award should
reflect
accomplishments made over a significant period of time. Examples of qualifying
media in which the nominated communication may appear are: books, brochures,
continuing education courses, data bases, extension bulletins, magazines,
newspapers (local or national), public presentations, public forums,
radio and television scripts, and workshops. The award consists of a
plaque
and a cash stipend.
Available for nomination through Awards Nomination
On-line
(Open July 1; Deadline Oct. 9)
Most SOT Regional Chapters provide awards to recognize
outstanding
scientists and student scientists. Application requirements and deadlines
vary. Visit the Regional Chapter Awards Information for full details.
The Robert L. Dixon Award, sponsored by the Toxicology
Education Foundation, takes applications from graduate students in the
area of reproductive toxicology. The award carries a stipend of $2,000
for travel costs to enable a student to attend the International Congress
of Toxicology meeting. It is available every three years and is being
offered in 2007. The previous application
is listed here for reference as the next application will be similar.
The Scientific Achievement Award was presented to a
member of SOT who has made substantial and seminal scientific contributions
to the discipline of toxicology. The prime consideration for this new
award is scientific accomplishments and not necessarily service to the
Society. This award consists of a plaque and a cash stipend. (This award
is no longer being offered by SOT and has been replaced by the Distinguished
Lifetime Toxicology Scholar Award).
Society
of Toxicology/American Chemistry Council Early Award in Inhalation Toxicology
The Society of Toxicology/American Chemistry Council Early
Award in Inhalation Toxicology of up to $100,000 is designed
to encourage persons beginning their professional careers to conduct
research that
will improve the scientific basis for risk assessment and decision making
with respect to the potential inhalation toxicity of chemicals. (This
award is not being offered this year.)
Society
of Toxicology/American Chemistry Council Early Award in Neurotoxicology
The Society of Toxicology/American Chemistry Council Early
Award in Neurotoxicology of up to $100,000 is designed to encourage
persons beginning their professional careers to conduct research
that
will improve the scientific basis for risk assessment and decision making
with respect to the potential neurotoxicity of chemicals. (This award
is not being offered this year.)
IUTOX is pleased to offer and administer fellowships, sponsored
by AstraZeneca and the Society of Toxicology, to attend the SOT, USA
meeting.
Please note the October 9, 2005 deadline and kindly circulate this announcement
to qualified candidates in your Society. IUTOX announces the availability
of four (4) fellowship awards sponsored by AstraZeneca and five (5) fellowships
awards sponsored by the Society of Toxicology US, each of $2,000 USD,
to attend the 2006 Society of Toxicology, USA (SOT) meeting. The meeting
will be held in San Diego, California, USA on March 5-9, 2006. The awardees
must be senior scientists from a country where toxicology is underrepresented
and have an active research program or currently be active in the practice
of toxicology. The following criteria will be used to select recipients
of the awards:
A brief statement indicating how the awardee will benefit from the
fellowship;
Curriculum vitae including email address and, if available,
a fax number;
A strong letter of recommendation from the home Society. If the applicant
does not have a national toxicology society a strong letter ofrecommendation
from his/her department;
Demonstration of the ability to meet other expenses to attend the
meeting and; An abstract for the meeting is optional and will not be
included in
the printed Final SOT Program unless submitted by the October
3, 2005, SOT abstract deadline. Awardees will be notified by December
1, 2005,
by IUTOX. Awards will be issued at the SOT Annual Meeting.
Submission begins July 15 and must be received no later than October 9,
2005. Previous IUTOX awardees are not eligible.
More information is available on the IUTOX
Web site under Activities/Grants & Fellowships.
Available for nomination through
Awards Nomination On-line (Closed)
Specialty
Section Awards
Most SOT Specialty Sections provide awards to recognize outstanding
presentations at the SOT Annual Meeting. Application requirements and
deadlines vary. There are two categories: (1) scientist
and (2) student scientist.
- Indicates SOT Sponsored Award