Patrick D. Wall Young Investigator Prize for Basic Science Grant

Patrick D. Wall Young Investigator Prize for Basic Science Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)
Amount: US $2,500
Last Updated: November 21, 2025

Summary

The Patrick D. Wall Young Investigator Prize for Basic Science is awarded to emerging scholars in pain research, honoring those within 15 years of their highest degree. Established in 1987, it recognizes independent research and includes a cash prize of $2,500, along with opportunities to present at the IASP World Congress on Pain. This prestigious award underscores the legacy of Patrick D. Wall, a pioneer in pain neuroscience.

Overview

This prize honors an individual who has achieved a high level of independence as an outstanding scholar in the field of pain in basic science. Scope Patrick D. Wall was a British neuroscientist and a leading expert on pain. He is best known for the gate control theory of pain. In 1973, he acted as the scientific study office for the launch of IASP and subsequently acted as the first editor of PAIN. This prize was launched in 1987 and honors an individual who has achieved a high level of independence as an outstanding scholar in the field of pain in basic science. This prize is presented at the IASP World Congress on Pain and the Fellowships, Grants, and Awards Working Group selects the recipient. Prize Details The recipient is given the opportunity to present their research at the IASP World Congress on Pain. The recipient also receives a plaque, economy airfare to the Congress, Congress registration, and Congress accommodation expenses, and a cash prize of US$2,500.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The candidate must be within 15 years of their highest degree at the time of application. The candidate must be an IASP member at the time of application. The candidate must have performed independent research that was not under the direction of senior scientist. The candidate must have published work in international refereed journals or periodicals. Only work published in international publications will be considered. If selected, the candidate must attend the IASP World Congress on Pain. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.