Arnold J. Lehman Award Grant

Arnold J. Lehman Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Society of Toxicology
Last Updated: September 28, 2025

Summary

The Arnold J. Lehman Award, established in 1961 by the Society of Toxicology, honors individuals for significant contributions to risk assessment and chemical regulation. This prestigious award acknowledges achievements in applying scientific principles to regulatory processes and recognizes research that has shaped regulations. Recipients receive a plaque at the SOT Annual Meeting Awards Ceremony, along with a cash stipend. Preference is given to nominees who have not received other SOT awards in the last two years.

Overview

Founded in 1961, the Society of Toxicology (SOT) is a professional and scholarly organization of scientists from academic institutions, government, and industry representing the great variety of scientists who practice toxicology in the US and abroad. The Society’s mission is to create a safer and healthier world by advancing the science and increasing the impact of toxicology. SOT operates under four guiding principles: Serving the needs of the scientific discipline and our members to enhance human, animal, and environmental health. Life-long learning and intellectual scientific stimulation. Diversity of representation in all activities of the Society. Integrity. Arnold J. Lehman Award The Arnold J. Lehman Award is presented to recognize an individual who has made a major contribution to risk assessment and/or the regulation of chemical agents, including pharmaceuticals. The contribution may have resulted from the application of sound scientific principles to regulation and/or from research activities that have significantly influenced the regulatory process. This award consists of a plaque that is presented at the SOT Annual Meeting Awards Ceremony and a cash stipend.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Criteria for award: Member of the SocietyIndividual who has made a major contribution to risk assessment and/or the regulation of chemical agents, including pharmaceuticalsContribution may have resulted from the application of sound scientific principles to regulationResearch activities that have significantly influenced the regulatory processMay be employed in academia, government, or industry You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.