Dr. Fritz Eckstein Mid-Career Achievement Award

The Dr. Fritz Eckstein Mid-Career Achievement Award recognizes a mid-career scientist who has made a distinguished contribution to the field of nucleic acids therapeutics.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Education & Experience: Hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree.
  • Professional Standing: Be an independent scientist with 10–20 years of experience, currently holding the rank of Associate or Full Professor (or an equivalent senior industry role).
  • Exclusions: Self-nominations and previous award winners are not eligible.
  • Meeting Attendance: Must attend the current year’s Annual Meeting to present a research talk.
  • Research Activity: Be actively engaged in research at the time of the award.

Nomination Package

The primary nominator is responsible for submitting a single dossier containing:

  1. Cover Letter: A formal nomination statement (max 3,000 characters).
  2. Curriculum Vitae: An abbreviated CV for the nominee (max 3 pages).
  3. Selected Publications: A list of up to 10 key publications relevant to the award.
  4. Letters of Support: Up to three additional letters endorsing the candidate.

Recipient receives:

  • $2,000 USD award
  • Complimentary registration to the OTS Annual Meeting
  • Formal presentation of the award at the OTS Annual Meeting

Questions? Contact awards@oligotherapeutics.org