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We Recognize and Support Your Work


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.

Lifetime Awards

Learn more about these awards and the distinguished scientists who have earned them. Nominations are due Friday, May 14 at 5:00 p.m. EDT.

  • Julius Axelrod Prize

    Awarded to scientists for standout achievements in neuropharmacology, or a related area, while mentoring younger scientists. Supported by The Eli Lilly and Company Foundation.

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  • Ralph W. Gerard Prize in Neuroscience

    The highest honor that we bestow, this award recognizes the achievements of a scientist throughout the course of his or her lifetime.

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  • Jacob P. Waletzky Award

    Recognizes young scientists whose research has significantly furthered the understanding of drug addiction. Supported by The Waletzky Prize Award Fund.

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  • The Swartz Prize for Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience

    Granted to a scientist who greatly impacted the field through sustained contributions or recent breakthroughs. Supported by The Swartz Foundation.

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Early Career Awards

For students, postdoctoral fellows, and scientists in the field for a decade or less who have contributed remarkable research or achievements.

  • The 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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  • The 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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  • The 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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  • Young Investigator Award

    For neuroscientists with a decade's experience or less who have successfully contributed to their field. Supported by Sunovion.

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Honoring Support For Women

These awards honor the promotion and mentoring of women in neuroscience, including mentorship, professional development, and outstanding careers.

  • Bernice Grafstein Award for Outstanding Accomplishments in Mentoring

    Recognizes individuals whose mentorship has supported the advancement of women in neuroscience.

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  • Louise Hanson Marshall Special Recognition Award

    Honors individuals who have significantly promoted the professional development of women in neuroscience.

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  • Mika Salpeter Lifetime Achievement Award

    Recognizes an individual with outstanding career achievements who has also supported the professional advancement of women in neuroscience.

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  • The Patricia Goldman-Rakic Hall of Honor

    Honors posthumously a neuroscientist who pursued career excellence and was dedicated to advancing women in neuroscience.

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Science Education and Outreach Awards

These awards recognize the contributions made by educators and advocates to promote the field of neuroscience among students and the public at large.

  • Award for Education in Neuroscience

    SfN grants this award to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to neuroscience education and training.

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  • Next Generation Award

    Chapter members who make valuable contributions to outreach, education, and public communication about neuroscience are recognized with a Next Generation Award.

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  • Science Educator Award

    This two-part award honors a neuroscientist's educational outreach, and a neuroscientist's fieldwork on research, outreach, policy, and education.

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Awards to Our Annual Meeting

Apply to receive complimentary registration, cover your expenses, and benefit from career advancement opportunities.

  • Trainee Professional Development Award

    For undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows. Includes free registration and $1,000 - $2,000.

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  • Science Journalism Student Award

    For undergraduate or graduate students. Includes mentorship and covers travel expenses.

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International Travel Awards

  • FENS Forum Award

    For North American members of the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) who want to attend their annual forum.

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  • IBRO World Congress Award

    For graduate students who want to attend the 2019 IBRO World Congress.

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  • JNS Meeting Award

    An exchange sponsorship between SfN and the Japan Neuroscience Society to attend their annual meetings.

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International Scientists: Attend Our Annual Meeting

  • FENS Member Award

    For members of the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS).

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  • IBRO Member Award

    For neuroscientists age 35 or under who reside in less-developed countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe.

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  • JNS Member Award

    For graduate student or postdoctoral investigator members of the Japan Neuroscience Society to attend the annual meeting.

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