Award at a Glance
Award amount: $30,000
Application deadline: No longer accepting applications
Questions? Contact: Member Communities Department
Who can apply: Must be an APS member for a minimum of two years at the time of application
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Award Description
The S&R Foundation Ryuji Ueno Award was established in 2007 through the generous support of Ryuji Ueno, MD, PhD, Sachiko Kuno, PhD, and S&R Foundation. Dr. Ueno and Dr. Kuno are founders of Sucampo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and S&R Foundation, both in Bethesda, Maryland. The Ryuji Ueno Award is given annually to an individual demonstrating outstanding promise based on his/her research in wound healing, tissue remodeling, organ regeneration, or stem cell biology. Relevant projects can include a range of topics in fundamental research; ranging from exploring the cellular and molecular physiology of these processes to the impact on organism physiology.
The award of $30,000 is designated for use in the awardee’s research program in the area of interest to the S&R Foundation. The award does not include any indirect cost reimbursement. The recipient receives complimentary registration to attend the Experimental Biology Meeting and a certificate presented at the Society’s Business Meeting.
Eligibility
Applications are accepted from APS member in good standing for a minimum of 2 years at the time of applying. Applicants must hold an academic rank of assistant professor or a comparable position if the member is not affiliated with an academic institution.
Criteria
The applicant will be required to upload the following documents to their application:
- Description of current and future research program.
- Justification for how and why applicant meets intent of award.
- Abstract submission for upcoming EB meeting.
- Letter of support from your department chair or mentor.
- Other Letters of Support.
- Biosketch, 5-page NIH Style.