Eminent Parasitologist Lectureship Award Grant

Eminent Parasitologist Lectureship Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The American Society of Parasitologists
Amount: Up to US $1,000
Last Updated: November 26, 2025

Summary

The Eminent Parasitologist Lectureship Award is presented by the American Society of Parasitologists to honor individuals with significant contributions to parasitology. This prestigious award recognizes excellence and international visibility in the field, with nominations accepted from any ASP member. The recipient will deliver a major address at the Annual Meeting, showcasing their research, and will receive a plaque and honorarium, along with reimbursement for travel expenses up to $1000.

Overview

NOTE: The call for nominations will close on the deadline. About Us Founded in 1924, the American Society of Parasitologists comprises a diverse group of about 700 scientists from academia, industry, and government involved in the study and teaching of the scientific discipline of parasitology. Society members contribute to the development of parasitology as a discipline, as well as to primary research in behavior, biochemistry, ecology, immunology, medicine, molecular biology, physiology, systematics, and other related fields of science. Eminent Parasitologist Lectureship Award The Eminent Parasitologist Lectureship Award is presented by the ASP to honor someone who exhibits eminence and international visibility for a substantial contribution to the field of Parasitology over a significant period of time. The award is presented in even-numbered years only. Nomination Nominations may be received from any member of the ASP and will consist of a primary nomination and a minimum of two seconds. The primary nominator will submit the candidate’s Curriculum Vitae, plus a summary outlining the candidate’s contributions to the enhancement of research on parasites. Those seconding a nomination must submit supporting letters that include a serious evaluation of major aspects of the nominee’s scientific work. Selection criteria for the Eminent Parasitologist Lectureship are based on eminence and international visibility for a substantial contribution to the field of Parasitology over a significant period of time. The Awards Committee will then make recommendations to the ASP Council of persons who meet the requirements and who they feel should be considered for the Eminent Parasitologist Lectureship. The award is subject to approval by Council. Award The recipient will be expected to deliver a 50-minute major address at the Annual Meeting of the Society summarizing his/her research endeavors. The Committee Chair must prepare a biographical sketch of the recipient and present this in a 10-minute introduction of the speaker. At the end of the awardee's talk, the Chair will present a plaque and honorarium. Accommodation and travel expenses up to $1000 will be reimbursed.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Nominees should have an established international recognition for substantial contributions to basic scientific research that has impacted the field of Parasitology. Eligibility is not limited to ASP members.