Apply for IAFNS Emerging Leaders Award for Food Safety and Nutrition Science
Open to U.S. and Canadian professionals with less than 8 years of experience since completing their degree, the award includes $2,000 in unrestricted cash and an all-expenses paid trip to Washington DC for IAFNS Annual Summer Science Symposium at the National Press Club. Winners will be awarded a speaking slot at the symposium to share their insights and accomplishments and receive their plaque.
Self-nominations are welcome. Applications will be judged on the applicants’ research, communication, leadership and collaboration skills and accomplishments. We encourage all young researchers and professionals to learn more about this opportunity, which is geared toward recognizing emerging leaders.
One award will be for food safety and another for nutrition. Qualifications include employment in academia, industry or government with a primary role as a researcher in the area of food safety or nutritional sciences. This award is intended for U.S. or Canada-based researchers. The nominees, as of January 1, 2026, must have received their highest graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a related field within the previous 8 years.
Important Dates:
Application Opens: January 5, 2026
Application Closes: February 13, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
Award Winners notified: Approximately March 23, 2026
Award presentation at IAFNS Annual Summer Science Symposium: June 24-25, 2026.
As an organization, IAFNS drives, funds and leads actionable science to advance food and nutrition science in support of public health. Please apply today and share with your colleagues who may be interested in this prestigious recognition.
Learn more about the Emerging Leaders Award here.
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