Awards

The Charles Capen Student Travel Award (IATP) – Deadline Extended to April 30.

The Charles Capen Student Travel Award recognizes Dr. Charles Capen and his legacy as a researcher, teacher, and mentor to the veterinary and toxicology pathology communities spanning more then four decades. Dr. Capen was recognized worldwide as an exceptional leader in veterinary and biomedical research. He was a highly regarded mentor to graduate students and postdoctoral scientists. His students are now leaders throughout academia, government, and industry and have contributed significantly to his reputation as an outstanding teacher and research mentor.

The International Academy of Toxicologic Pathology (IATP) funds an award in the amount of $750 USD which can be used by the successful student for travel or registration costs to attend the Society of Toxicologic Pathology Annual Meeting.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated achievements in the field of toxicologic pathology including but not limited to:

1. Research contributing to public safety as it relates to the adverse health effects of xenobiotics;
2. Establishing test methods and standards that enhance the field of toxicologic pathology; and/or
3. Developing new or novel uses of toxicologic pathology in safety research.

Nominations for this award shall be submitted to the IATP Executive Office. A committee appointed by The Board of Directors of the IATP will determine the recipient by a majority vote. This will occur in mid–May.

The application materials should include a resume (CV), a letter (no more than 2 pages) from the applicant which describes how their work addresses any or all of the areas described above in 1–3, and a letter (no more than 2 pages) from their advisor or mentor which explains the attributes of the student and how they will contribute to the field of toxicologic pathology as a career path.

A certificate and check will be presented at the meeting during the award ceremony.

STP Student Travel Awards

Student Travel Awards are available to Graduate Students for participation in the Annual Symposium of the Society of Toxicologic Pathology. Each of the ten students who are chosen will receive a $1000 stipend to defray travel, and lodging costs associated with attending the convention, complimentary meeting registration, and complimentary student membership (for the following year). Recipients will be honored at an Awards Ceremony prior to the Annual Business Meeting on Wednesday.

Submit Abstracts by April 1, 2010 On-Line

Submit an abstract on-line (should be limited to 250 words) describing your original work involving clinical or experimental research that relates to experimental or toxicologic pathology.

Student Travel Award Flyer and Application

Poster Guidelines

STP Young Investigator Awards

Young Investigator Awards (1st, $500; 2nd $250; 3rd, $100) are also presented at the STP meeting for the top three student poster abstracts. When you submit an abstract on-line, please check the appropriate box to indicate your interest in applying for the Young Investigator Award. Applicants will receive instructions about the selection process and poster judging times via e-mail in April.