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The Sleep Research Society Young Investigator Award recognizes an outstanding research
effort by a new investigator in the field of sleep research. The basis for evaluation
of candidates is a single publication in a refereed journal. The candidate should
be the first author and the article must be published or officially accepted for
publication by the application deadline. On the application deadline, the candidate
must be within 7 years of obtaining a terminal degree. Exceptions to this criterion
will be considered for those applicants who feel that extenuating circumstances
warrant such consideration. A letter detailing these considerations must be included
with the application.
The award consists of a plaque and a travel honorarium to be applied toward travel
to SLEEP 2008. The plaque will be presented at a ceremony at SLEEP 2008.
To apply for the SRS Young Investigator Award, candidates must submit 5 copies of
the paper, a single CV, documentation of the date of receipt of terminal degree
and, if applicable, a letter outlining extenuating circumstances. If a paper is
in press at the time of application, a copy of the written notification of the paper's
acceptance for publication must also be included. Applicants should provide the
name of a senior investigator who will provide a letter of recommendation. The senior
investigator does not need to be an author on the paper or abstract, but should
be familiar with the candidate's role on the research project. The candidate is
responsible for ensuring that the letter of recommendation from the senior investigator
arrives by the application deadline. In addition, a candidate must be a member in
good standing of the SRS or must include a completed application for membership
and fee with the award application. Repeat applications from unsuccessful applicants
from previous years are encouraged.
Candidates are welcome to apply for both the Young Investigator Award and the Sleep
Research Society Trainee Award Based on Scientific Merit, but in the event the candidate
receives the Young Investigator Award, he/she will receive only this award. Multiple
awards may be recognized, dependent on the quality of applications.
The deadline for receipt of the Young Investigator Award is Friday, January 25,
2008.
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