Description

This award will be presented to the graduate student trainees whose work in the field of Immunotoxicology is deserving of recognition. For full consideration:

The ITSS will present an award to recognize outstanding graduate student research in the field of immunotoxicology:

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must be current or pending members of ITSS.
• Awardees will be asked to give a 3-5’ presentation during the ITSS reception and are therefore required to attend the SOT Annual Meeting to receive the award.

Required Documents (Compiled as a single PDF):

1. Original abstract submitted to the SOT Annual Meeting.

2. Letter of support from your mentor, which should include:

• A description of the student’s specific contributions to the project
• The scientific impact and relevance of the work to immunotoxicology
• A statement of support for the student’s application for the selected award

3. Extended abstract (maximum 1 page, 11pt font, ≥0.5-inch margins) including:

• Detailed description of the project
• A description of your role in the research
• The significance of the project to the field of immunotoxicology
• Up to two relevant figures may be included below the text (does not count towards the 1-page limit)

Review Criteria:

• Quality and clarity of the extended abstract
• Scientific rationale and significance of the research

Award Details:

• Final decisions will be made by the ITSS Awards Committee, chaired by the Senior Councilor.
• Each recipient will receive a certificate and a $500 cash award.

Questions? Email Tracey Papenfuss (Tracey.L.Papenfuss@gmail.com)