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Dr. Ruth Dayhoff Award for the Advancement of Women in Medical Imaging Informatics

Society for Imaging Informatics

Foundation Annual Grants for Women

Funding Amount

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Deadline

April 14, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Dr. Ruth Dayhoff Award for the Advancement of Women in Medical Imaging Informatics

Overview: This prestigious award recognizes exceptional contributions by women in imaging informatics who exemplify pioneering spirit, professional excellence, and commitment to advancing opportunities for women and underrepresented groups in the field.

Background: Established in 2020 through a $100,000 restricted gift to the SIIMfund from Vincent Brannigan (husband of Dr. Ruth E. Dayhoff) to honor the legacy of Dr. Ruth E. Dayhoff, a trailblazer and visionary pioneer in medical informatics. Dr. Dayhoff made groundbreaking contributions to clinical decision support systems, medical data standards, and VistA Imaging. She was a passionate advocate for women in technology and medicine.

Award Presentation: The award is presented at the SIIM Annual Meeting (SIIM26 scheduled for June 11, 2026 in Pittsburgh, PA).

Eligibility: Women leaders in imaging informatics who demonstrate professional excellence and commitment to advancing opportunities for women and underrepresented groups.

Geographic Scope: Not restricted; appears to be open to qualified candidates internationally.

Contact:

  • Organization: Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM)

  • Address: 19440 Golf Vista Plaza Ste 330, Leesburg, VA 20176

  • Phone: 703-723-0432

  • Email: info@siim.org
  • Recent Recipients:

  • 2020: Tessa Cook, MD, PhD, CIIP, FSIIM

  • 2021: Teri Sippel Schmidt, MS, FSIIM

  • 2022: Mindy L. Yang, MD (and Nikki Fennell, CIIP)

  • 2023: (recipient name not fully specified in text)

  • 2024: Sylvia Devlin, MS, RT(R)(M)(QM), CIIP, FSIIM

  • 2025: Nina Kottler, MD, FSIIM
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Submission Deadline: April 14, 2026

    Award Presentation Date: June 11, 2026 at SIIM26 Annual Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA

    Application Details: The text indicates that "Nominations for the 2026 Dr. Ruth Dayhoff Award are now being accepted" and qualified candidates are encouraged to "submit their materials by April 14, 2026 to be considered for this prestigious honor."

    Specific Application Materials and Process: Detailed application instructions and required materials are not provided in the available text. Applicants should contact SIIM directly at info@siim.org or 703-723-0432 for complete application guidelines and submission procedures.

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    Fields of Work

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