Excellence in Science Award
The Excellence in Science Award is sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company to recognize outstanding achievement by women in biological science. Nominations recognize a woman whose career achievements have contributed significantly to further our understanding of a particular discipline by excellence in research. Nominees are typically women who are senior in their field and nationally known for their outstanding contributions in research, leadership and mentorship. All women who are members of one or more of the societies of FASEB will be eligible for nomination. Please note, nominators must also be a member of at least one FASEB member society.
To learn more or to submit a nomination, please visit the Excellence in Science Award website.
Recognizing research accomplishments of women scientists
Nomination Procedures
All nominations must be submitted through the Excellence in Science Nomination Submission Site. Documents must be uploaded individually in PDF* form. Submissions must include all of the follow documents:
- One (1) Nomination Letter, setting forth in detail:
- Contribution(s) to the field that represents the nominee’s outstanding achievement in science
- Leadership and mentorship
- Evidence of national recognition
- Honors and awards
- Synopsis of selected bibliography
- One (1) Full Curriculum Vitae documenting:
- All publications
- Leadership roles and mentorship
- Teaching
- Honors and awards
*No paper submissions will be accepted.
Award Presentation
The award recipient is required to present an Excellence in Science Award Lecture in 2011 at the annual meeting (of her choice) of a FASEB member society. The award will be presented at the time of the lecture. The award includes a $10,000 unrestricted research grant; funded by Eli Lilly and Company, travel expenses, complimentary meeting registration, and a plaque in recognition of the award.
For questions regarding the Excellence in Science Award, please call 301.634.7092.
To view previous award recipients, please click here.