MSBSS Paper of the Year Award Grant

MSBSS Paper of the Year Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Society of Toxicology
Last Updated: August 05, 2025

Summary

The MSBSS Paper of the Year Award honors a peer-reviewed manuscript that bridges molecular and systems biology with toxicology. Eligible applicants must be SOT members and the paper's first author, with submissions accepted from recent publications. The winner receives a monetary award, and both first and senior authors are recognized with a plaque at the Annual Meeting. This initiative promotes research excellence and encourages collaboration in the field.

Overview

Description The Molecular and Systems Biology Specialty Section (MSBSS) is pleased to request submissions for the MSBSS Paper of the Year Award. This award highlights one outstanding peer-reviewed paper that integrates molecular biology and/or systems biology to toxicology research and/or risk assessment. Applicants must be members of SOT (accepted or pending) and members of MSBSS by the time the award is presented. The paper must be a primary manuscript published (electronic or print) in a peer-reviewed journal during the 12-month period prior to the award application deadline. The award applicant should be the paper’s first author and must be a member of MSBSS by the time the award is given. Papers can be self-nominated or nominated by other MSBSS members. Award Details The first author of the selected paper will receive a monetary award and both the first and senior authors will receive an engraved plaque/certificate at the MSBSS reception during the Annual Meeting. The first author will also be invited to showcase their research in a presentation sponsored by MSBSS later in the year.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Applicants must be members of SOT (accepted or pending)