Jacob P. Waletzky Award Grant

Jacob P. Waletzky Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Society for Neuroscience
Amount: US $30,000
Last Updated: January 29, 2026

Summary

The Jacob P. Waletzky Award, presented by the Society for Neuroscience, honors early career scientists whose research significantly advances the understanding of drug addiction. Eligible nominees must be within 15 years of their PhD or MD, actively engaged in research, and have plans for future contributions to addiction studies. The award includes a $30,000 prize and support for attending the SfN annual meeting, promoting diversity in nominations from underrepresented backgrounds.

Overview

Society for Neuroscience The Society for Neuroscience is the world’s largest organization of scientists and physicians devoted to understanding the brain and the nervous system. SfN exists to: Advance scientific exchangeSupport the neuroscience communityEducate and engage the publicAdvocate for the field Jacob P. Waletzky Award The Jacob P. Waletzky Award is given to a mid-career scientist (within 15 years of his/her PhD or MD degree) whose independent research has led to significant conceptual and empirical contributions to the understanding of drug addiction. Both basic and clinical researchers are eligible for the award. Future plans to continue to make significant contributions to addiction research and treatment is one of the selection criteria. This award is endowed by the Waletzky Award Prize Fund and the Waletzky Family. Recipients receive a $30,000 prize and complimentary registration, transportation (economy air or ground), and two nights hotel accommodations for the SfN annual meeting.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Nomination Criteria:Nominations must be made or endorsed by an SfN member.Nominees do not need to be SfN members.No person may nominate more than one candidate.Eligibility CriteriaNominees must be actively engaged in research at the time the award is given.Nominees must have future plans to continue to make significant contributions to addiction research and treatment.Nominees must have received a PhD or MD (or equivalent) within the past 15 years.Time taken off for child-rearing does not count in these totals. Part-time work and other special circumstances are evaluated at the discretion of the committee.A person can only win one award per year.

Ineligibility

Self-nomination is not permitted.Current SfN officers and councilors are ineligible for nomination.Due to the potential conflicts of interest, members of the selection committee may not be the nominees and they cannot serve as nominators nor write letters of recommendation.