Jane Silverthorne Early Career Award (formerly ASPB Early Career Award) Grant

Jane Silverthorne Early Career Award (formerly ASPB Early Career Award) Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Society of Plant Biologists
Last Updated: December 28, 2025

Summary

The Jane Silverthorne Early Career Award, established by the American Society of Plant Biologists in 2005, recognizes outstanding research by scientists who are no more than seven years post-Ph.D. The award honors Jane Silverthorne's dedication to nurturing early career researchers. It encourages innovative contributions to plant biology and is open to both members and non-members of the Society. Breaks in academic careers are considered in eligibility, promoting inclusivity in scientific achievement.

Overview

ASPB is a 501(c)(3) professional society devoted to advancing plant science research and education. It publishes three world-class journals and organizes conferences, and other educational activities that are key to the advancement of the science. Mission The American Society of Plant Biologists was founded in 1924 to promote the growth and development of plant biology, to encourage and publish research in plant biology, and to promote the interests, growth, and education of plant scientists in general. Over the decades the Society has evolved and expanded to provide a forum for molecular and cellular biology as well as to serve the basic interests of plant science. Early Career Award The Early Career Award, which was instituted by the Society in 2005, was renamed in 2023 to honor the contributions of Jane Silverthorne to the science of plant biology – and, in particular, her commitment to programs that nurture early career researchers. The award, which recognizes outstanding research by scientists at the beginnings of their careers is a monetary award made annually for exceptionally creative, independent contributions by an individual, whether or not a member of the Society, who is generally not more than seven years post-Ph.D. on January 1st of the year of the presentation. Breaks in careers will be considered when addressing the time limit of this award.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. An individual must generally not be more than seven years post-Ph.D. on January 1st of the year of the presentation.Breaks in careers will be considered when addressing the time limit of this award.Any ASPB member may serve as a nominator and may nominate individuals for more than one award.