The Excellence
in Science Award is presented to the woman who best exemplifies the best
in science.
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A scientist
who has done meritorious research during her career, as
characterized by high quality publications in peer-reviewed
journals. The research should ideally span the fields of scientific
endeavor of several FASEB Societies in its interest and impact. The
publication of seminal papers in journals characterized by a
relatively broad readership, such as (but not necessarily) Science,
Nature, Cell, J Biolog Chem, Amer J Physiol, etc. (as opposed to all
publications in a few highly-specialized journals) would reflect
such a level of impact. “Research” should also be viewed in a broad
sense; work that is not traditional “bench” research should be
seriously considered, if the above criteria are met.
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A scientist
who has been recognized among her peers for her research
capabilities, including membership on editorial boards, review
panels, special lectureships, other institutional/national awards,
etc.
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A scientist
who serves as an excellent role model for young scientists in
training. The recipient will have demonstrated a high level of
mentoring capabilities, such as those gained through graduate
level/postdoctoral teaching and guidance, through informal or more
formal mentoring/networking activities, etc.
The Excellence
in Science Award is presented to the woman who best exhibits the
potential to have a long-lasting impact on science through both her own
contributions and those of mentored students and post-doctoral
scientists from her lab.