National MS Society: Barancik Prize for Innovation in MS Research
Overview
The Barancik Prize for Innovation in Multiple Sclerosis Research recognizes an exceptional scientist or a team of scientists whose work in MS research has demonstrated outstanding innovation and originality. This annual prize, made possible by the generosity of the Charles and Margery Barancik SO Foundation, is $100,000 to be used at the discretion of the recipient.
Read about the 2014 recipient
Read about the 2013 recipient
Criteria and nominations
The goal of the prize is to recognize innovation in scientific research in the field of multiple sclerosis. Nominations must be submitted on behalf an individual, or team of individuals, by one or more colleagues or mentors. Self-nominations are not permitted. Nomination letters should include current institution and contact information of the nominee, and should address the nominee’s scientific accomplishments with an emphasis on citing the innovative and impactful aspects of the nominee’s work. A selection committee comprised of leaders in science, medicine, and MS advocacy will review nominees. The committee will evaluate:
• Exceptional innovation and originality in scientific research relevant to MS
• Impact and potential of the research to lead to pathways for the treatment and cure for MS
• Scientific accomplishments that merit recognition as a future leader in MS research
Nominees that exhibit these qualities will be invited to submit a final application that will include an interview by the selection committee.
Eligibility
Deadline
Nomination letters should be sent to barancik.prize@nmss.org starting November 1, 2014 until the January 31, 2015 deadline to be considered for the 2015 prize. Notification of the recipient shall occur by June 2015 followed by a public announcement.
About the Charles and Margery Barancik SO Foundation
For over twenty years, Charles and Margery Barancik have been major supporters of research projects in the field of multiple sclerosis. Earlier this year, the Charles and Margery Barancik SO Foundation was organized to carry out some of the Barancik Family’s philanthropic programs. They recognize and believe in the power and influence that one creative and driven individual can have on the course of future events. The Barancik family members have noted the impressive achievements of singular individuals in driving change and attracting others to a cause. Their goal in establishing the Barancik Prize is to recognize and reward MS scientists who can positively and imaginatively impact the direction of MS research going forward. The Foundation is administered through the auspices of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation (GCCF). The Foundation will only consider proposals that it has specifically requested; unsolicited requests will not be considered.