Bruce S. Schoenberg International Award in Neuroepidemiology

Sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology and endowed by GlaxoSmithKline, Inc.

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About

This award is in tribute to the career of Bruce S. Schoenberg, MD, in training neurologists internationally in epidemiologic methods. The award salutes those who are in their early and mid-career, who have a strong background and future promise as a leader in neuroepidemiological research. Applicants must reside in a Low-income Country or Lower Middle-income Country as designated by the World Bank.

Timeline

• Applications open: June 25, 2024
• Applications close: October 31, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. CT

Benefits

• Certificate of Recognition
• Complimentary registration for the 2025 Annual Meeting
• Reimbursement for 2025 Annual Meeting travel (coach airfare) and lodging expenses*

*Travel, housing, and per diem benefits are dependent on the ability to execute the in-person portion of the Annual Meeting.

Eligibility

• Must be a permanent resident of a Low-income Country (LIC) or Lower Middle-income Country (LMIC) as designated by the World Bank
• Must have collected study data in a Low-income Country (LIC) or Lower Middle-income Country (LMIC) as designated by the World Bank
• Must have played an important role with a goal for performing future epidemiologic research on a neurological disease in a resource-limited setting(s)
• Industry employees are not eligible to apply

*Individuals from Low-income (LIC) or Lower Middle-income Countries (LMIC) are eligible to apply

Application Process

Applicants should submit one complete set of the following materials:

1. Completed application form
2. Personal statement (<1000 words) on background in neuroepidemiology and future plans to contribute to the field of neuroepidemiology, specifically how the candidate will contribute to neuroepidemiology research in LIC/LMIC regions. Please provide details on the role you played in the abstract.
3. Current curriculum vitae including date of birth, training, and bibliography
4. Maximum 500-word abstract on epidemiological research on a neurological disease study in which the applicant played an important role (abstract will be ineligible for submission to the 2025 Scientific Program).

Nominations 

This award accepts both self-applicants and nominations. Nominators should complete the submission form and select the option "I wish to nominate someone". The nominee will receive an email with a link to complete the award application and upload their application materials. Nominators do not need to provide application materials for the nominee.

Judging Criteria 

All applications received by the deadline date will be judged based on the following criteria: 

• CV: Judges will consider scientific citizenship, track record (number of papers, first authorships, journal impact, etc.), and career stage.
• Summary Lette: Letter should demonstrate the following qualities: innovative, clearly described, impact, consistent with skill set, appropriate statistical methodology, evidence of ethical considerations, and potential to fill a gap.
• Abstract Quality of Writing: Demonstrate the following qualities: clarity, clear relay of methods, succinct communication style.
• Overall Impact on the Field: Judges will consider scientific integrity, academic excellence, legacy of mentorship, outstanding professionalism, and inspiration for future generations.

Questions?

For more information or questions, please contact the Scientific Awards Team at science@aan.com.