Early Career Awards
For students, postdoctoral fellows, and scientists in the field for a decade or less who have contributed remarkable research or achievements.
Early Career Awards
Learn more about these awards and the distinguished scientists who have earned them.
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Donald B. Lindsley Prize in Behavioral Science
Awarded to a young neuroscientist's outstanding PhD thesis in the area of behavioral neuroscience. Supported by The Grass Foundation.
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Jennifer N. Bourne Prize in Neuronal and Synaptic Structure and Function
The Jennifer N. Bourne Prize in Neuronal and Synaptic Structure and Function, funded by Kristen M. Harris, recognizes a scientist for outstanding work that advances our understanding of synapses in neural circuits and connectomics at the nanometer scale.
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Janett Rosenberg Trubatch Career Development Award
Honors young neuroscientists who exhibited creativity in their research and successful academic transitions on the path to tenure. Supported by The Trubatch Family.
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The Nemko Prize in Cellular or Molecular Neuroscience
Recognizes a young neuroscientist's standout PhD thesis on the various mechanisms of higher brain function and cognition. Supported by The Nemko Family.
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Peter and Patricia Gruber International Research Award
Awarded to a young neuroscientist whose research and academics have excelled in an international setting. Supported by The Gruber Foundation.
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SfN Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Young Investigator Award
Recognizes the outstanding achievements and contributions by an early career neuroscientist who has demonstrated scholarly independence.
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Our awards span a wide range of achievements, from recognizing the merits of young and promising neuroscientists, to honoring those who’ve dedicated their careers to furthering the field.
