PANWAT Andreasen Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship Grant

PANWAT Andreasen Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Society of Toxicology
Amount: US $1,200
Last Updated: November 27, 2025

Summary

The PANWAT Andreasen Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship honors the legacy of Dr. Eric Andreasen, who significantly advanced developmental toxicology through zebrafish research. This award recognizes outstanding graduate students and post-doctoral scholars demonstrating scientific excellence and leadership. Recipients receive a $1,200 cash award and a certificate, supporting their attendance at the Society of Toxicology meeting to present their research. This award reflects a commitment to impactful scientific contributions and mentorship.

Overview

About the Award Dr. Eric Andreasen strove to conduct exceptionally sound scientific research that would have lasting societal impacts. He was instrumental in establishing zebrafish as a preeminent animal model for developmental toxicology research. His commitment to others led to the career development of countless scientists. To honor Dr. Andreasen's life and scientific accomplishments, an endowed SOT travel award was created in his name. The Andreasen Award recognizes an outstanding graduate student and post-doctoral scholar that best exemplifies the qualities of scientific excellence and leadership exhibited by Dr. Andreasen. The recipient of the Dr. Eric A. Andreasen Graduate Travel Award for Excellence in Research and scholarship will receive support to present their research at the national Society of Toxicology meeting. Award Details: The Andreasen Award will recognize an outstanding graduate student and post-doctoral scholar who best embodies Dr. Andreasen's scientific excellence and leadership. The recipient will receive a certificate and a $1,200 cash award.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Have a SOT membership level of a graduate student or postdoctoral member Must be a member of the Pacific Northwest Association of Toxicologists (PANWAT) or the Midwest Regional Chapter (MRC) in good standing (all dues paid) Be able to attend the PANWAT reception at the annual SOT meeting to receive the awardGraduate Student: academic background, scientific merit, the potential for research impact, and evidence of leadership and mentoring activities Postdoctoral Scholarin addition to the requirement for graduate students, evidence of aspiration to advance science You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Must be a member of the Pacific Northwest Association of Toxicologists (PANWAT) or the Midwest Regional Chapter (MRC) in good standing (all dues paid)

Ineligibility

Cannot receive any SOT award (from another specialty section or the society) to attend the same national meeting