Award Description
The American Physiological Society (APS) Gastrointestinal & Liver (GIL) Physiology Section Distinguished lectureship is named in honor of Horace W. Davenport, PhD, one of the most distinguished members of the GIL Section and a past president of APS. This is the most prestigious award given by the Gastrointestinal & Liver Physiology Section. It recognizes distinguished lifetime achievement in gastrointestinal and liver physiological research, including accomplishments in research, teaching, training and activities within the Society.
The Horace Davenport Distinguished Lecture is selected by the Gastrointestinal & Liver Physiology Section Steering Committee. The ideal candidate will have made contributions whose implications extend beyond the boundaries of gastrointestinal and liver research interests.
Awardees will deliver an honorary award lecture at American Physiology Summit and are recognized at the GIL Section banquet and business meeting. Learn more about Horace Davenport.
Eligibility
The nominee must:
- Be an APS member.
- Have a primary affiliation with the GIL Section.
Criteria
This award is by nominations by APS members only. The nomination package includes: The nomination package includes:
- The nominee's Curriculum vitae.
- A nomination Letter
Applications are only accepted via online submission.
Award at a Glance
Award amount: $1,000, plus up to $2,000 travel reimbursement to American Physiology Summit, reimbursement of the early registration fee to the American Physiology Summit and complimentary admission to the GIL Section banquet.
Deadline: January 15
Questions? Contact: Izumi Kaji, PhD, Chair, GIL Section Awards Committee
Who Can Apply: APS member in good standing with a primary affiliation with the GIL Section.