SfN Awards and Prizes FAQs

Award nominations typically open in the early Spring. We suggest checking award pages in January to see if the dates have been updated.

Award nominations typically close about six weeks after they open.

SfN awards are for scientists at all stages of their careers and for a variety of activities, such as research, mentoring, and outreach efforts. Specific eligibility requirements are listed on the individual award pages.

The Society represents scientists from around the world, and we encourage nominations from and of people from underrepresented backgrounds that reflect SfN's wide and diverse membership.

For example: A Maven user has an appointment with their fertility specialist during business hours but later that day has a question about the plan of care that was recommended. They can set up a video appointment or message the Maven specialist with their questions and receive guidance and education about all the treatment options that may be available to them. Likewise, a Maven specialist can help the member prepare for an upcoming appointment with a fertility specialist, e.g., helping to form a list of questions the member may wish to ask the specialist.