The Nathan Shock New Investigator Award is given annually for innovative and influential publications by an early career professional (Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level). Established in 1986 to honor Dr. Nathan Shock, a pioneer in gerontological research at the National Institutes of Health, and a founding member of The Gerontological Society of America, the award is designed to acknowledge outstanding contributions to new knowledge about aging through basic biological research.
Submission Period: Spring 2025
Eligibility Criteria:
- Nominees must have a PhD, MD, DDS, or equivalent degree and must be within seven years of their postdoctoral research.
Required Nomination Packet Materials:
- A current Curriculum Vitae
Nature of the Award
The recipient receives a framed certificate, and will present a brief lecture at the Biological Sciences Section Section Recognition and Networking Event at the Annual Scientific Meeting.