Science Writing Competition Grant

The Science Writing Competition, hosted by the Antibody Society, invites students and postdoctoral members to submit original essays of 1200-1500 words on topics related to antibody research. Participants can enhance their writing skills while competing for a $400 cash prize and a chance to attend online courses on antibody engineering. The competition emphasizes creativity, clarity, and originality, with winners being featured on the Society's website. Submissions are accepted from March 1 to May 15.

NOTE: The submission period runs from March 1 through May 15. The first 30 submissions will be considered for the competition.
Clear, concise communication is essential to make your science accessible! The Antibody Society is offering you a chance to grow this skill through a Science Writing Competition. You will hone your ability to research a topic, synthesize knowledge, and express yourself in a coherent and persuasive manner by participating in this competition.
We invite you to submit an essay of 1200 – 1500 words on a topic related to antibody research. Feel free to use an eye-catching self-generated high-resolution graphic (jpg format) to help make your main point. Relevant topics include, but are not limited to:
Antibody engineeringAntibody therapeuticsFc effector function and neutralizationBispecific antibodiesAntibody-drug conjugatesAdaptive immune receptor repertoires
Prize
Winners receive broad exposure of their work, a $400 cash prize, and the option of a free registration to Schrödinger’s online course, Introduction to Computational Antibody Engineering or virtual Antibody Engineering & Therapeutics.

Eligibility

The Science Writing Competition is open only to Society student and postdoctoral members (membership is free).Essays must be the original work of the entrant.Essays should be no more than 1500 words.Entries should be submitted in Word format.Entries submitted after the deadline will not be considered.Essays that have won prizes in other competitions are not eligible.By entering you grant permission for the essay be published on the Society’s website if you are selected as a winner.
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