Patricia Goldman-Rakic Hall of Honor

Background
This award was established in 2001, and later named for world-renowned neuroscientist Patricia Goldman-Rakic after her sudden death in 2003, to posthumously recognize a neuroscientist who has pursued career excellence and exhibited dedication the the advancement of women in neuroscience.

Eligibility*
Nominees must have:

Exhibited an unusual dedication to facilitating the mentoring and entry of young women into neuroscience or to the advancement of women in neuroscience
Sustained exceptional achievements in neuroscience as evidenced by publications, inventions, and/or awards
Served the profession through C-WIN, SfN, and/or related organizations
Recognized at national or international levels as a scientist, educator, businessperson, or administrator in neuroscience
Demonstrated a high degree of imagination, innovation, and initiative in the pursuit of neuroscience

*Note that as this is a posthumous award, the nominee must be deceased.

Nomination Criteria

Nominations must be made or endorsed by an SfN member.
Nominee does not need to have been an SfN member.
No person may nominate more than one candidate.

Nomination Materials
Please upload the following nomination materials to the new SfN awards submission site (note: all materials must be submitted by the nominator):

One nomination letter
A maximum of two optional letters of recommendation.
One of the letters must summarize:
- the candidate's key research accomplishments
- mentoring
- leadership and service
- and the significance and impact of the candidate's work and activities related to the advancement of women's careers in neuroscience.
Most recent CV

Past Recipients

Ann Kelley, PhD (2009)
Lawrence Katz, PhD (2008)
Patricia Goldman-Rakic, PhD (2003)
Miriam (Mika) Salpeter, PhD (2001)