The Platelet Society Awards
The Platelet Society presents two awards to recognise the achievements of our researchers to the field of platelet and megakaryocyte biology.
The Gustav Born Award
The Gustav Born Award will recognise scientists at advanced stages of their careers.
Gustav ‘Gus’ Born was a pioneer of platelet research and an inspiration to many. You can find out more about his life and work on our Gustav Born page.
Criteria – The Gustav Born Award will be given to researchers for their outstanding contribution to research in the field of Platelets, Megakaryocytes, Thrombosis or Haemostasis. Nominees would normally be expected to have been carrying out independent research for more than 10 years and have made significant contributions to the field over their career.
The recipient will receive a commemorative plaque and will be made an honorary member of the Society. We will feature their profile on our website and the recipient would present a public lecture at which they would be presented their award.
The Alison Goodall Early Career Award
The Alison Goodall Early Career Award will recognise scientists at earlier stages of their careers. Alison is a Professor of Thrombosis and Haemostasis at the University of Leicester, who has worked for many years on the study of platelet biology in health and disease. Alison is an enthusiastic supporter of Early Career Researchers and has provided mentorship and guidance to many scientists and clinicians over the years.
Criteria – The Alison Goodall Early Career Award will be given to researchers at an early stage of their career , who have made a significant advance in our understanding in the field of Platelets, Megakaryocytes, Thrombosis or Haemostasis. This could be via a landmark publication, fellowship, or through education and outreach activities.
The recipient will receive a commemorative plaque and we will feature their profile on our website. The recipient would be invited to give a talk at the Platelet Society Annual meeting where they will formally be presented with their award.
How to submit a nomination for a Gustav Born Award
Eligibility
Any person undertaking work in the field of platelets, megakaryocytes, thrombosis or haemostasis and meeting the following criteria is eligible for this award:
- Have been carrying out independent research for more than 10 years
- Have made significant contributions to the field over their career
Nominations
- Nominations should consist of a statement on the merits and suitability of the nominee, and a summary of their research. (Max 750 words).
- Nominations should be sent to info@plateletsociety.co.uk with GUS BORN AWARD in the subject line
- The closing date for nominations in 2024 is Friday 10th May, at 5pm
How to submit a nomination for an Alison Goodall EC Award
Eligibility
Any person undertaking work in the field of platelets, megakaryocytes, thrombosis or haemostasis and belonging to one of the following categories is eligible for this award:
- Within 12 years post-PhD (excluding career breaks – covid impact statements will also be accepted); or
- up to a maximum of 3 years after securing their first permanent position; or
- up to a maximum of 3 years after award of a substantial research grant fellowship (>£100k FEC per year) that results in a permanent academinc track/tenure position.
Judging criteria
Nominations will be judged upon the following criteria (within the context of the career stage):
- Impact of the research/contribution
- Complexity of the research/contribution
- Novelty of the research/contribution
Nominations
- Nominees must be members of the Platelet Society (Self-nominations can also be made)
- Nominations should consist of a statement on the merits and suitability of the applicant, and a summary of their research. (Max 400 words).
- Nominations should be sent to info@plateletsociety.co.uk with ECR AWARD in the subject line
- The closing date for nominations in 2024 is Friday 10th May, at 5pm