Goodman and Gilman Award in Receptor Pharmacology Grant

Funder: American Society For Pharmacology And Experimental Therapeutics Inc

The Goodman and Gilman Award in Receptor Pharmacology, established in 1980, honors significant research in the pharmacology of biological receptors. This biennial award recognizes outstanding contributions that enhance understanding of biological mechanisms and drug discovery. Recipients receive a $2,500 honorarium, an engraved plaque, and coverage for travel to the ASPET Annual Meeting. The selection process emphasizes original research and contributions to the field, encouraging diverse nominations from underrepresented communities.

NOTE:  This award is presented biennially, in even numbered years. The nomination is due at the deadline. The nomination must be made by an ASPET member.
The Louis S. Goodman and Alfred Gilman Award in Receptor Pharmacology was established in 1980 to recognize and stimulate outstanding research in pharmacology of biological receptors. Such research might provide a better understanding of the mechanisms of biological processes and potentially provide the basis for the discovery of drugs useful in the treatment of diseases.
The award is presented biennially, in even numbered years, at the award ceremony during the ASPET Annual Meeting.
The award recipient receives the following:

• A $2,500 honorarium
• An engraved plaque
• Complimentary registration and travel expenses for the winner and spouse to attend the ASPET Annual Meeting to receive the award.
• An invitation to deliver the Goodman and Gilman Award Lecture in conjunction with the ASPET Annual Meeting, other ASPET meeting, or webinar.
• Criteria and Selection

The award is to be made on the basis of outstanding, original research contributions as demonstrated in published work or submitted manuscripts as well as a record of accomplishments showing the candidate’s contributions to pharmacology of biological receptors as summarized in the nomination letter and CV.Selection will be made by the ASPET Awards Committee, appointed by the President of ASPET.
Encouraging Diversity
ASPET is strongly committed to providing opportunities to all its members regardless of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or ability/disability. Nominations from and for members of marginalized and underrepresented communities are greatly encouraged.

Eligibility

The candidate must be an ASPET member.
The nomination must be made by an ASPET member.
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Ineligibility

No candidate may be nominated for more than one major ASPET award in any given year.The current Council president and secretary/treasurer are ineligible during their active tenure.Members of the Awards Committee are not eligible to be nominated for an award. If nominated for an award, an Awards Committee member must stand down for that year and be replaced by a temporary member chosen by the Awards Committee Chair and approved by the Awards Committee.