APHON Distinguished Researcher Award
Selected by the APHON Steering Council and presented at the annual conference to an APHON member who has excelled as a nurse scientist.
Recipient receives recognition in the annual conference program book, APHON Counts, JOPON, in a press release, and an announcement is sent to the recipient’s immediate supervisor/employer.
Criteria: Candidates for this award must meet the following:
- APHON member in good standing
- Sustained program of substantive research that:
- has made a significant contribution to the scientific foundation for pediatric hematology/oncology nursing
- advanced the care of children with cancer and/or hematological disorders and their families
- Consistent dissemination of research findings as peer-reviewed journal articles and presentations at regional and national venues
- Scientific career advancement culminating in substantial funding support (i.e., R-01 level from NIH or major foundation) as a principal investigator
- Mentorship of emerging scientist(s) with independent or related programs of research
- Contributions to APHON and other organizations with a mission to provide optimal care for children with cancer and/or hematological disorders and their families
Nominations may be submitted electronically by clicking here. Completed nominations must include the nominee's CV and two letters of recomendations that elaborate on the above criteria. Nominations must be submitted by May 31.
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