Eligibility

If one or more of the following statements apply, you may be eligible for an award in this category:

• You are a student of neuroscience currently enrolled in a degree-granting program.
• You are a postdoctoral student of neuroscience.
• You have recently contributed outstanding research to the field of neuroscience.
• You are currently involved in research in an international setting.
• You are a neuroscientist who has received an advanced degree within the past 10 years.

List of Awards

Peter and Patricia Gruber International Research Award

Supported by: The Gruber Foundation

$25,000 awarded to young neuroscientists for outstanding research and educational pursuit in an international setting.

Donald B. Lindsley Prize in Behavioral Neuroscience

Supported by: The Grass Foundation

$2,500 presented to a young neuroscientist's outstanding PhD thesis in the general area of behavioral neuroscience.

Nemko Prize in Cellular or Molecular Neuroscience

Supported by: The Nemko Family

$2,500 presented to a young neuroscientist's outstanding PhD thesis advancing understanding of molecular, genetic, or cellular mechanisms underlying brain function, including higher function and cognition.

Next Generation Award

More than $2,000 awarded to two chapter members or teams of members (one at pre/postdoctoral level and one at junior faculty level) for significant efforts in public communication, outreach, and education about neuroscience.

Janett Rosenberg Trubatch Career Development Award

Supported by: The Trubatch Family

$2,000 awarded to recognize individuals who have demonstrated originality and creativity in research and to promote success during academic transitions prior to tenure.

Young Investigator Award

Supported by: AstraZeneca

$15,000 awarded for outstanding achievements and contributions by a young neuroscientist who has recently received his or her advanced professional degree.