Accepting Nominations for Lillian Jean Kaplan International Prize for the Advancement in the Understanding of Polycystic Kidney Disease
August 04, 2010 |
Research & Medicine
Lillian Jean Kaplan International PKD Prize
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Lillian Jean Kaplan International Prize for the Advancement in the Understanding of Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), created in 2002, recognizes a medical professional or researcher exhibiting excellence and leadership in PKD research and/or clinical care. The US$50,000 cash prize is one of the most significant awards in the medical research field.
The Lillian Jean Kaplan International PKD Prize was established by the Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Foundation and the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) through the generosity of Thomas Kaplan of New York in memory of his mother Lillian Jean Kaplan, who died from PKD complications in early 2002.
The long term goal of the Prize is to stimulate members of the scientific and medical community throughout the world to increase, or to begin, research that will lead to a treatment and cure for the millions of people, worldwide, who suffer from PKD. It also aims to generate momentum in the field as well as public awareness about the disease.
The Prize recognizes individual(s) whose seminal scientific work or sustained clinical contributions constitute tangible achievement toward improving knowledge and treatment of PKD.
The Prize is awarded every two years at ISN’s World Congress of Nephrology.
AWARD DESCRIPTION
An award of $50,000 USD payable in American funds to an individual winner will be made at the Biennial Congress of the ISN. A joint award for the same discovery or contribution may be given, usually to no more than two individuals.
The Lillian Jean Kaplan International Prize for Advancement in the Understanding of PKD may be made to residents of any country without restriction as to nationality.
Awards are presented at the biennial Congresses of the ISN to each winner, in person. In addition to the $50,000 USD Prize, a citation depicting the winner’s work and a Steuben crystal sculpture will be presented.
NOMINATION REQUIREMENTS
A complete nomination must include the following information:
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The full name and complete contact information for the nominee(s).
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A formal letter of nomination which contains:
i. a statement whether the award should be made to an individual or whether it should/could be
shared with other scientists who may or may not be included in the nomination;
ii. a summary of the contributions of the nominee(s)
iii. a description of how and why the work of the nominee(s) represents a major advance in basic,
clinical understanding of Polycystic Kidney Disease distinguishing those aspects of the work of the
nominee(s) which clearly sets it apart from the work of others in the field.
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A full curriculum vitae and bibliography for the nominee(s).
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At least two letters of support for the nomination.
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The full name and complete contact information for the nominator(s).
PREVIOUS AWARD RECIPIENTS
The next award(s) will be presented at the International Congress of Nephrology in Vancouver, B.C., Canada in April of 2011.
Previous winners include:
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In 2009, for the first time three prizes were awarded – one each to Dr. Lisa Guay-Woodford, Dr. Friedhelm Hildebrandt, and Dr. Corinne Antignac at the World Congress of Nephrology in Milan.
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In 2007, two prizes were awarded – one each to Dr. Jing Zhou and Dr. Vicente Torres at the International Congress of Nephrology in Rio de Janeiro,
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In 2005, two prizes were awarded – one each to Dr. Stefan Somlo and Dr. Gregory Germino at the World Congress of Nephrology in Singapore
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In 2003, two prizes were awarded – one each to Dr. Peter Harris and Dr. Jared Grantham at the World Congress of Nephrology in Berlin
DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS:
December 1, 2010.
NOMINATION PROCESS
Nominations are ranked by the Lillian Jean Kaplan Prize Selection Committee Chaired by Dr. Nathan W. Levin; in addition to Dr. Levin, two (2) representatives are selected by the PKD Foundation , and two (2) representatives are selected by the International Society of Nephrology.
The Committee submits the selected winner(s) to PKD Foundation and ISN Executive Committees for formal approval in January of the WCN year.
The winner(s) are formally announced by ISN and the PKD Foundation 2-3 months prior to the WCN.
The awardee(s) present a keynote lecture and receive their Prize during the WCN.
Nominations are to be sent to:
Dr. Nathan W. Levin
Chair, Selection Committee
Lillian Jean Kaplan International Prize for Advancement in the Understanding of Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Renal Research Institute
207 East 94th Street
New York, NY 10128 USA
Tel: +1 212 360 4954
Fax: +1 212 996 5905
E-mail: nlevin@rriny.com