American Association for Anatomy: Science Communication and Public Engagement Award Grant

American Association for Anatomy: Science Communication and Public Engagement Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Association For Anatomy
Amount: US $2,000
Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Summary

The American Association for Anatomy offers the Science Communication and Public Engagement Award, recognizing mid-career members for excellence in science communication. This award, which includes a $1,000 honorarium and travel funding, aims to honor those who demonstrate outstanding public engagement efforts in anatomical sciences. Eligible candidates must have at least ten years since their highest degree and two years of continuous membership, showcasing significant contributions to science communication.

Overview

NOTE: The nomination is due at the deadline. About Us The American Association for Anatomy (AAA) is the professional home for more than 2,000 students, teachers, and practitioners of the anatomical sciences. Science Communication and Public Engagement Award Awarded annually to a mid-career member in recognition of outstanding science communication and public engagement efforts in anatomical sciences. These efforts can take various forms, including (but not limited to) public outreach events, public policy advocacy, mass media appearances, and social/online media communication. Funding $1,000 honorarium and $1,000 for travel to Annual Meeting to receive the award

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Criteria:Must be a current member with at least two (2) years of continuous membership At least 10 years since completing their highest degree Materials submitted by applicant: Nomination letter describing the nominee’s philosophy and approach to science communication and public engagement. It should also emphasize the nominee’s public engagement activities, audiences, and metrics describing the outcomes of such events. Furthermore, it is important to establish how science communication and public engagement is integrated into the nominee’s academic and professional work. This award is not intended for one-off outreach events but instead for a body of work and how they’ve influenced or contributed to the nominee’s academic work. Two (2) representative samples or other documentation that illustrate the nominee’s contributions to science communication and public engagement. Nominee's CV (NIH biosketch format preferred) not to exceed 5 pagesReviewed by the Ambassador Committee You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.